33 Best Adult Advent Calendars That Are Worth the Hype

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With Christmas less than a month away (we're not counting down the days or anything), now’s the time to set up our holiday decor, wrap up our shopping lists, and mark our calendars to gather round the tree and share a festive meal with loved ones. If you're more of a Who than a Grinch, advent calendars are a great way to get into the spirit of things.

Although advent calendars are most often for children or entire families, fortunately, there's now a way for adults to get in on the fun, too. Companies are selling advent calendars just for those of us 18 and over, and the options are abundant. From self-care gurus and foodies to wine-os and music buffs, everyone can find an advent calendar to enjoy and display during the holidays. Heck, there are even calendars for pets these days!

Advent calendars are selling out fast, so save yourself the grief and go ahead and get these now, as restocks are hard to come by. From the best chocolate and tea advent calendars to skincare and alcohol-themed options, find the 32 best adult advent calendars for ringing in Christmas 2023, below. Many can arrive at your door in just a few days (or in some cases as little as 24 hours), so you're sure to get them just in time for the start of December.

The Advent Calendar for Couch Potatoes

The name of this advent calendar might be a little counterintuitive, but it's actually perfect for those of us who let the holiday season get the best of us...and our waistlines. Each day includes a few different exercise options for you to try, because who actually has time to work out in December?

Best of Harry & David Advent Calendar

Perhaps the only thing better than Christmas dinner is all the sweet snacks to enjoy in the leadup to the holidays. With this calendar, you'll get a variety of Harry & David's most popular treats over the course of 24 days, such as trail mix and chocolate-covered peppermint cookies.

24 Spices of Christmas Advent Calendar

Explore flavors from around the world with this Vahdam advent calendar. Recommended by Michelen star chef Vikas Khanna, it comes with 24 aromatic, Single Origin spices, as well as a recipe book and $200 worth of gift vouchers. Plus, it gives back; one percent of proceeds from every purchase will be donated to the education of farmers' children.

Warming Joy Tea Advent Calendar

If coffee isn't your thing, this calendar contains 24 handcrafted, luxury teas that are sure to uplift your morning, afternoon, or evening.

Gourmet Licorice Advent Calendar 2023

If you love a sweet treat but are tired of the same ole' desserts, this gourmet licorice advent calendar will help satisfy your craving. You get 24 days of chocolate-covered licorice balls, all meticulously crafted in Denmark with rice flour and without gelatine—making them entirely gluten-free, too! As another feel good element, the packaging is composed of 75 percent recycled cardboard.

Jewelry Advent Calendar 2023

Add to their stack without spending a small fortune thanks to this affordable jewelry advent calendar. It's packed with 24 trendy baubles, including drop earrings and a gilded year necklace to help ring in 2024. Plus, it comes with a few fun festive pieces, too.

"12 Days of Cheesemas" Advent Calendar

Want to know the Gouda thing about this advent calendar? You'll get 12 days of mouthwatering blocks and bags of cheese, such as smoked cheddar and dill curds.

Jerky Advent Calendar

Meat lovers, rejoice. This calendar includes 25 jerky bits in a range of festive flavors, from teriyaki beef to pepperoni pork sticks.

25-Day Beauty Advent Calendar

Get $800 worth of skincare and makeup products from popular brands like YSL and Charlotte Tilbury thanks to Bloomingdale's stunning advent calendar.

Holiday x Bannecker Advent Calendar

It's just like the chocolate-filled advent calendar you grew up with, but so much better. Filled with 24 of Venchi's assorted Italian milk and dark chocolates, this is one advent calendar you'll savor every day of the season.

Couples Advent(ure) Calendar 2023

Let the adventures begin! This couples' advent calendar stars 12 festive scratch-off experiences to help spice up your dates this holiday season. Each "challenge" features an area to journal and attach a photo once you complete it, so you can create new traditions and memories together in no time!

12 Days of Hot Cocoa Advent Calendar

For those who love snuggling up with a cup of hot cocoa basically every day of the season, this advent calendar has everything they need to feel the cozy vibes: 12 festive cocoa flavors and eight large marshmallows to pop on top.

Handcrafted Caramel Advent Calendar

Craving caramel? From vanilla and maple to dark chocolate and chocolate peppermint, you'll get 24 assorted caramels in 12 flavors to indulge in.

12 Days of Christmas Advent Puzzle Calendar

The holiday season is so often a time of chaos and constant movement, so this puzzle calendar is a welcome respite to pause for a minute every day and relax a bit. Also, it has the most adorable puzzles!

Woodford Reserve 8 Day Cocktail Advent Calendar

A signature drink goes a long way at a holiday party, and thanks to this advent calendar, you'll have eight premium mixers and barrel-aged bitters that'll help you make a cocktail of your own.

12 Days of Brainteasers Advent Calendar

Some people like to jumpstart their morning with coffee, others, a puzzle to get their wheels turning. This unique advent calendar will put their problem solving skills to the test, featuring a dozen metal ring puzzles they'll have to figure out how to untangle and re-connect each day.

Williams Sonoma Holiday Advent Calendar: 24 Days of Baking Cookies

Bakers will get everything from piping bags to biscuit cutters in this 24-day advent calendar that'll make cookie decorating one to remember this holiday season.

Holiday Advent Calendar Gift Set

Whether you're new to the fragrance scene or consider yourself a scent artisan, Diptyque's limited-edition advent calendar has 24 designer soaps, perfumes, and more that'll leave you and your space smelling delightful.

Fine Art Advent Calendar 2023

For artists, nothing beats getting new supplies to help them explore their craft. Give them the gift of that joy every day of the season with 12 mini gifts to unpack, from brushes to acrylic paint.

Oliviers & Co. Advent Calendar

Restock your condiment cabinet with this gourmet selection of sweet and savory oils, vinegars, salts, and spreads that are perfect for topping off your holiday grub. For a decadent surprise, you also get a few chocolate truffles sprinkled throughout.

Yellowstone Advent Calendar

A great gift for devotees of the Duttons, this advent calendar has 12 pairs of crew socks Yellowstone fans can sport with popular characters and symbols from the hit show.

12 Nights of Wine

You won't have to travel to wine country to get a taste of the best vino from around the world. Vinebox's "12 Nights of Wine" advent calendars feature comforting reds or a versatile mix of red, rosé, and white wines from the likes of Italy and France.

Jewelry Advent Calendar Box 2023

Here's a gift that will truly keep on giving. This jewelry advent calendar from handmade, celebrity-loved accessories brand Mignonne Gavigan includes 12 if the label's best-selling pieces, from elegant earrings to necklaces and pendants.

Michael Storrings 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar Puzzle

Instead of playing the same old board games, the family can gather round to put these cheery puzzles together. This advent calendar comes with a dozen 80-piece puzzles, each of which celebrate festive scenes from around the world.

Holiday Scratch Off Advent Calendar Playlist

What are the holidays without caroling? This musical advent calendar features 12 scratch-off numbers that reveal QR codes linked to carols sung by rising artists.

Warming Joy Advent Calendar

If coffee isn't your thing, this calendar contains 24 handcrafted, luxury tea blends that are sure to uplift your morning, afternoon, or evening.

Elf Advent Calendar

Any holiday movie buff knows that Elf is a certifiable classic. This 12-day advent calendar inspired by the film allows fans to indulge in some of Buddy’s favorite treats, like maple syrup, candy canes, and candy corn.

Dolly Parton Advent Calendar

This advent calendar sells out every year, so it's best to snatch it up right now. It's filled with some of the star's favorite holiday sweets like chocolates, caramels, gummies, and mints.

The Book Lover's Advent Calendar: 25 Bookish Gifts for Readers

Perfect for the book worm in your life, this calendar comes with 25 bookish surprises like a winter reading bingo card and reading-themed stickers.

Hot Sauce Advent Calendar

As the saying goes, variety is the spice of life. And that couldn't be truer than with this spicy advent calendar. This comes with a selection of 12 hot sauces to enjoy, ranging from sweet and savory to mild and hot.

Jerky Advent Calendar

Meat lovers, rejoice. This calendar includes hatched-green-chile, Korean BBQ, and sweet and spicy jerky from popular brands like Righteous Felon, Side Project, and Fusion.

Japonica 12-Day Advent Calendar Candle Gift Set

A new festive scent awaits every day with Voluspa's fragrant advent calendar, featuring 12 gorgeously-packaged votives that can each burn for up to 15 hours.

Spice Advent Calendar

Explore flavors from around the world with this Williams Sonoma advent calendar. Le Comptoir Colonial, a Parisian spice specialist, developed this kit with 24 spices that pair well with vegetables, meat, fish, and desserts.

Christmas Popcorn Advent Calendar

For those who are always craving a fresh bowl of popcorn, this advent calendar includes a range of kernel varieties, gourmet seasonings, and inspirational recipes so you can experiment beyond the typically buttery snack.

Beauty Advent Calendar

Get $700 worth of skincare and makeup products from popular brands like Nars and Mac thanks to LookFantastic's stunning advent calendar.

12 Mornings of Coffee

In the words of our favorite caffeine addict, Lorelai Gilmore, "Everything in my life has something to do with coffee." Apparently even advent calendars. This calendar contains 12 different expertly chosen holiday blends.

Alcohol Tree Advent Calendar

Alcohol advent calendars are great, unless you're selective about your tastes (which most of us are). This tree lets you pick exactly what alcohol you'd like and fill it with up to 24 bottles yourself so you know you're going to love every single choice.

Williams Sonoma Peppermint Bark Advent

Williams Sonoma's Peppermint Bark is a holiday staple for so many people, so it's no surprise they made it in festive advent calendar form. Indulge in your favorite holiday sweet treat every day of the season with this top-selling calendar.

Gourmet Chocolate Advent Calendar

It's just like the chocolate-filled advent calendar you grew up with, but so much better. Filled with 24 of Compartés award-wining chocolates, this is one advent calendar you'll savor every day of the season for.

Keepsake Holiday Advent Calendar with Treats

You'll love the rich chocolates inside this advent calendar, not to mention the fact that you can enjoy it every year after filled with treats of your choosing.

Man'Stuff Advent Mega Toiletry Calendar Bath Set

Get ready for a whole month of him smelling so fresh and so clean. This advent calendar comes stocked with a variety of toiletry products he'll love like shaving cream, body wash, and bath salts.

Limited Edition Advent Calendar

Bonne Maman makes some of our favorite spreads (besides homemade, of course) so it's no surprise that this advent calendar caught our eye. It comes stocked with 23 limited-edition spreads and one honey, with flavors like caramel with cinnamon and raspberry chocolate that are sure to brighten every morning.

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