It’s a fact we as grown-ups have learned to be true: the excitement of Christmas certainly doesn’t simply end once you hit adulthood. From planning an elaborately themed cocktail to plotting the best gift purchases, festive fun is for the whole family! So why shouldn’t we get to join in the fun of advent calendars, too?
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If you believe that the countdown shouldn’t just be reserved for kids, you’ve come to the right place. From chocolate (of course) to coffee, to DIY, these are the best advent calendars 2021 has to offer.
Psst – for more adult-friendly Christmas cheer, check out our best boozy advent calendar picks and our best beauty advent calendar picks, too!
Foodie
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1. 24 reasons to smile advent calendar, $45, T2
The countdown to Christmas is on and what better way to countdown than with a specially curated selection of T2 teas? Choose from tea bags or loose leaf tea and enjoy a different variety each day. Cups at the ready, tea lovers!
2. Kids Advent calendar, $69, Koko Black
It wouldn’t be an advent calendar round up if we didn’t include chocolate, would it? Handcrafted with 100% natural ingredients, no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives this the perfect pick for those with little ones in the family.
3. Cadbury Santa’s workshop Advent calendar, $20, Big W
A Christmas classic, the Cadbury advent calendar never fails to deliver. 24 days, 24 chocolates, need we say more? Just try not to eat them all at once!
Homewares
4. Christmas toys memory advent calendar, $740, Villeroy and Boch
Homewares brand Villeroy and Boch are known for their fine designs and commitment to quality. This sweet set is something you can bring back out year after year, as you uncover a new decoration for the porcelain tree every day. A great one for families that will likely become a bit of an heirloom!
5. Friends: the official advent calendar, $37.50, Amazon
We all know a Friends fanatic. Capture the Christmas spirit in an iconic way with 25 days of keepsakes and trinkets – from fun paper ornaments to Friends-inspired recipe cards.
6. Palm Beach Collection Christmas Advent calendar, $79.95, Surfstitch
Support a family owned and run Australian business for Christmas this year. This 12 day calendar includes mini hand-poured scented candles that will burn for up to 25 hours.
Beauty
7. Assorted fragrances advent calendar, $250, Glasshouse Fragrances
Could there be a more indulgent way to countdown to Christmas? Featuring 24 of Glasshouse Fragrance’s most popular scents in the form of shower gel, body lotion, eau de parfum and hand cream, you can have a self-care moment on the daily as you prep for the big number 25.
Here, we’ve compiled the top 15 beauty Advent calendars in Australia.
Booze
8. 2021 whisky loot Advent calendar, $299, Liquor loot
The whisky loot Advent calendar includes 24 x 30mL premium whiskies from six different countries, across 19 different regions. With free shipping, order the final release now so it arrives in time for December 1.
Here, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best boozy Advent calendars in Australia.
Kids
9. Mattel Polly Pocket advent calendar, $45.34, Amazon
This winter wonderland-themed advent calendar is filled with 34 Polly Pocket themed surprises. Unpack the collectibles over 24 days, which include dolls, snow vehicles, toy treats, wearable jewelry, a horse, a husky dog, a bunny, two penguins and more.
For our round-up of the best advent calendars for kids, click here.
Lego
10. LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar for Kids, $51.90, Amazon
After opening the 24 doors to reveal everyone’s favourite Harry Potter characters and some iconic Hogwarts moments, kids can have a go at playing the board game printed on the calendar with the included spinner.
Here’s a round-up of the top 2021 Lego advent calendars. But be sure to act fast as these sell like hotcakes!
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