33 Best Adult Advent Calendars That Are Worth the Hype (2024)

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 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?

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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

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 co*cktail of your own.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.