30+ Advent Calendars for Tweens and Teens

A few weeks ago, I mentioned the viral Squishmallow advent calendar and my DMs were flooded with people asking for advent calendar ideas for teens.

Advent calendars that may have been a big hit when they were toddlers or elementary school may no longer suit their interests!

If you’re looking for advent calendars for teens, I asked my Instagram community for advice and surveyed my teens and tween daughters to pick the best advent calendars for teens that will be a hit in this new stage of life!

30+ Advent Calendars for Tweens and Teens

Exit Escape Room Game – $47
This is one of the TOP teen advent calendar suggestions! This advent calendar is a 24 day Exit game and clue solving adventure! Open the door every day and solve the included puzzle to find out which door you have to open the next day. Ella did this last year and loved it. And many people tell me they do it as a family!

Funko Pop 24 Days Advent Calendar – $31.99 – $59.99
I’ve never heard of them before, but these 2″ daily characters must be pretty popular as they have very high reviews on Amazon and lots of different interests to choose from. From NFL sets, Star Wars, The Office, to Harry Potter (which I’m very excited about), you can find something for everyone!

Anthropologie Beauty Holiday Collection 24 Days of Advent – ​​$98
I’ve heard about this year after year and even though I’m not a teenager, this is probably in the top three things I want. This place is stocked with tons of fantastic beauty essentials and Anthropologie usually doesn’t do anything wrong. This year they are also offering a 12 day program if that’s what you want! These ALWAYS sell out, so act fast!

Lindt Chocolate 24 Day Arrival – $14.99
I love the simplicity of chocolate advent calendars that only cost $1-$5, but the chocolate inside is something I never want to eat. This one still delivers simplicity AND has delicious, edible chocolate in it. Plus, the chocolate is shaped like a cute little teddy bear! If you’re a chocolate lover, Cadbury makes another great advent calendar.

Lego 24 Days of Advent – ​​$26 – $45
I’m not surprised that this is highly recommended. Lego has always done things in a fun and high-quality way. If you have LEGO lovers in your house, this is a total win. Over 24 days, you collect small portions of the complete set and then you can play them as time goes by. There is a Star Wars version, a Marvel version, a Harry Potter version, a City version, or a Friends version.

Hi Clay Building 24 Day Advent Calendar – $30
Carve your way through the Christmas season! Each day comes with new dry clay and a QR code that leads to a video showing how to make that day’s sculpture. Add a hook and string and make it a decoration!

Mindful Gourmet Hot Chocolate Advent Calendar – $24
There’s nothing better than relaxing with a warm cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter’s day. This fun 12-piece hot chocolate set is sure to appeal to any hot chocolate lover, especially with fun flavors like salted caramel doughnut, pistachio macaron, and chocolate cherry!

24 Day Brain Teaser Advent Calendar – $18.99
Do you have a teenager who loves puzzles? This will keep them busy all December! Every day comes with new objects that tease the brain.

Sephora 24 Day Advent Calendar – $50 – $89
This is the #1 suggestion for advent calendars for teens! This advent calendar is full of makeup, skincare, bath, and accessory gifts to open for 24 days! If you want to go even bigger, they have a premium option here!

24 Day Arrival Charm Bracelet – $9.99
Your teens countdown to Christmas with this adorable charm bracelet. Each day add a small Christmas themed charm to your bracelet! My girls LOVE this one and I love how affordable it is!

Arrival Socks – $11.97
Lots of different and fun options. If you prefer to have something with ankle and high socks, this sock advent calendar is a great choice!

Book Lover 24 Days Advent Calendar – $21 – $26
You know I absolutely LOVE this one! Perfect for all reading fans! I’m so glad they give you the option to buy an empty one, allowing you to fill it yourself with little reading trinkets. Or go another route for a few more dollars and fill it with bookmarks, ornaments, and literary surprises! These take a while to ship, so order early!

National Geographic 24 Day Rocks and Minerals Advent Calendar – $24.99
This is definitely an adventure full of treasures! 24 days to unlock different polished stones, fossils or gems. The final day holds a crystal special that all rock lovers will enjoy!

Altard State Jewelry 10 Day Advent Calendar – $148
If you give me this, can I be a teenager at your house for the holidays?! This one is very expensive, but comes with some great pieces – earrings, necklace and ring, and comes in a velvet jewelry box.

Grabie Art 24 Day Advent Calendar – $99
Not only does this one come with art supplies and 6 craft projects to complete throughout the month of December, but it also has an entire holiday town set up as the month progresses!

Gilmore Girls 25 Days of Surprise – $34.99
This is one of the top suggestions when I ask for advice on Instagram! I know people who love Gilmore Girls, I really do LOVE Gilmore Girls. Adorable little pouches contain everyday trinkets, magnets, patches, embellishments and more! Keep in mind that these take a while to ship (2 weeks) so order early!

Williams Sonoma 12 Day ELF – $39.95
We all know how much Buddy the Elf loves sugar, so I wasn’t expecting anything more than a candy-filled advent calendar. A delicious way to get into the Christmas spirit.

NeeDoh 24 Day Advent Calendar – $29.88
Squishy is all the rage right now! If you’re looking for something that’s not Christmas themed, this bright, bold, squeezable gift is just the thing.

12 Day Advent Calendar Daily Puzzle – $24
Galison puzzles are one of my favorite puzzle brands because of their cute pictures and good quality pieces. When I saw this puzzle the day it arrived, I was thrilled! Each 80-piece puzzle is filled with unique holiday scenes that will get any teenager in the holiday spirit.

24 Days of Christmas Through the Window Puzzle Advent Calendar – $28
Another great puzzle option is Christmas Through the Window. It comes with twice the number of puzzles and ends up creating one entire Christmas scene! Very pleasant!

Woobles 12 Days Advent Calendar – $140 if pre-ordered
This is one of the more expensive arrival recommendations, but everyone says it’s 100% worth it! Advent calendar boxes give you a cozy cabin vibe and once you open each box, they turn into furniture to decorate your woodland cabin! Fun idea!

Harry Potter 24 Days of Jelly Beans – $32
This one brings me to the cover of Marauder’s Map! Not only does this one come with a handful of jelly beans to enjoy every day, but you can also test your Hogwarts knowledge with daily trivia questions!

24 Day Fishing Reel Advent Calendar – $30
I never thought of this as an advent calendar, but I understand why someone who loves the outdoors and especially fishing would love something like this!

Man Crate Jerky 25 Day Advent Calendar – $70
My whole family loves beef jerky and this will be our favorite no matter how old we get! Trying a new jerky flavor every day would be a great way to celebrate the holidays.

Trader Joe’s 12 Day Beauty – $20
This is another beauty advent calendar, but on a more affordable scale. Bath salts, lip balm, face masks, you name it, it’s probably on this calendar! This one feels like a no-brainer for teens who love all things skin and body care!

25 Days of Advent Holiday Movies – $10
I love that this movie show can involve the whole family! This printable download includes a list of suggested movies along with some family activities to do together. It also features some blank pages if you want to add your favorite holiday movies, treats, etc! I don’t know many teenagers who don’t love movie marathons!

24 Day Herbal Tea Advent Calendar – $17
I’m not a tea drinker, but I know that those who are are very fond of tea. Enjoying a delicious and comforting new tea to drink every day for the month of December, with a book sounds wonderful to me!

SUGARFINA 24 day Advent Calendar-$55
Sugarfina always has great stuff! I’m a big believer in giving teachers gift cards for Christmas, but one year I included a box of Sugarfina candy with the gift card because the candy was SO good!

Bonne Maman Jam 24 Day Advent Calendar – $49.99
If you have a foodie teenager, this 24 day meal is amazing! We always love a good taste test and this is perfect for trying preserves we might not otherwise try!

Homemade Advent Calendar
And if you’re someone who loves assembling things like this, there’s always the option of making your own! There are great suggestions like sweet notes and coupons (i.e. getting out of dinner, cleaning, going out to eat, etc.) you can open every day!

What advent calendar would you choose for teens?

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