The leadup to Christmas is almost as fun as the day itself — especially when you’re counting down the days until the 25th with a fun advent calendar. Trust us, you’re never too old to experience the pure joy that comes with opening a new little door every day to find a brand-new surprise. But — fair warning — the best advent calendars sell out fast.
Thankfully, Walmart has lots of stock right now — from classic chocolates and soothing tea to advent calendars tailored to current obsessions, whether that’s Wicked, Harry Potter or Lego.
We’ve gathered 14 options that’ll suit mom, dad, older kids and little ones, plus a few that will work for the entire crew. Enjoy the ride!
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The one movie everyone is excited to see this season? Wicked. Rather than wait until Christmas, grab this fun-filled advent calendar now to track the days until the film hits theaters. Inside, you’ll find a magnet, a keychain, stickers and more.
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If you know a Harry Potter fan, here’s how to make holiday magic this year. Hidden behind doors are 25 Hogwarts collectibles, including washi tape, stationery, an ornament and a keychain.
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Budding archeologists are sure to dig this bestselling NatGeo advent calendar that unearths a new dino each day. Shoppers at Walmart give it 4.9 out of 5 stars, with many saying the kids in their lives loved it. “This is so cute!” one customer commented. “They are quality but tiny dinosaurs. My son loves it so much!”
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Everyone’s favorite boy wizard and the rest of the Hogwarts gang feature in this advent calendar. By Christmas you’ll have a seasonal mini build for each of the four houses. Every calendar comes with two random collectible Hogwarts portraits.
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Each day, recipients pull out a cute little ornament to add to an adorable wooden tabletop Christmas tree. The whole family will love watching it fill up with decorations as the big day approaches.
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With 24 daily doses of TLC, this advent calendar is perfect for the person in your life (maybe yourself?) who deserves a little pampering. It includes soaps, bath salts and bombs, lotions, and a candle, plus a few festive little surprises.
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Disney lovers will go nuts for this set that packages a hardcover picture book with stickers, a cookie recipe and a family wishlist that are sure to become holiday traditions.
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Send the toddler in your life over the moon with this advent calendar featuring 24 cars, trucks and other vehicles. No batteries needed for hours of fun — just pull back the vehicles and watch them zoom around the room.
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Treat your friends and family to, well, treats! Milk chocolate Lindt favorites like hazelnut cream balls, mini Neapolitans and cute little teddy bears will make everyone smile. The only hard part? Negotiating who gets to each what!
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Turn your advent calendar into a nightly family activity with this clever option. Each day contains 42 puzzle pieces. Assemble them as you go, and by the end you’ll have a completed 1,008-piece Christmas scene.
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Add some sparkle and shine to the holidays. This sweet cal comes with a rose gold bracelet chain, a necklace chain and 22 charms. Jewelry buffs will love swapping out the baubles to create customized pieces.
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Gilmore Girls is the ultimate cozy TV show, so a themed calendar feels right for the snuggliest season of the year. Mother-daughter duos will adore the ornaments, magnets, stickers and other collectibles.
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