2026 Advent Calendars For Kids (Updated Weekly)

It’s only mid-September, but 2026 advent calendars for kids are already starting to be released— the popular ones go fast! Each year there seems to be more and more advent calendars to pick from and while it can seem overwhelming I’ve organized them all below for you!

Below are my top picks for the best kids’ advent calendars this year. I’ll keep updating this post all season as more 2026 advent calendars are released, so bookmark it and check back!

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Doll & Character Calendars

American Girl Snowy Surprises 2026 Advent Calendar: Last year this was the most popular advent calendar I shared, and my daughters still play with all the little doll accessories that came out of it. It’s packed with mini outfits and accessories for your dolls, making it a gift that keeps giving long after December.

Mattel Disney Princess Advent Calendar: Perfect princess fans, this calendar hides a small Disney Princess-themed surprise behind every door — from mini figures to accessories — so the magic (and the countdown excitement) builds all month long.

Hello Kitty® and Friends 2026 Holiday Advent Calendar: Sanrio fans will love unwrapping a new Hello Kitty and Friends surprise every day, from tiny figures to cute accessories that are perfect for imaginative play and collecting.

Littlest Pet Shop World of LPS Deluxe Holiday Advent Calendar: This one’s a great pick for LPS collectors — each door reveals a new pet or accessory.

Bluey Advent Calendar 2026: If Bluey is on repeat in your house, this is the calendar to grab — it’s filled with mini figures and surprises featuring Bluey, Bingo, and the rest of the Heeler family.

2026 Paw Patrol Advent Calendar: A go-to pick for Paw Patrol-obsessed toddlers and preschoolers, with a small pup-themed toy or accessory behind every door to keep the countdown to Christmas exciting.

Building Toy Calendars

LEGO Disney Princess Advent Calendar 2026: This calendar combines two kid favorites — LEGO and Disney Princesses — with a small buildable set behind every door, so your little builder gets a fresh mini project each day of December.

2026 LEGO Friends Advent Calendar: If LEGO Friends are more your kid’s thing, you’ll want to snag this one — it’s full of small buildable scenes and characters from the LEGO Friends world.

MAGNA-TILES microMAGS Advent Calendar: This Magna-Tiles calendar is full of mini magnetic pieces that build up into bigger creations as the month goes on. Looking for a lower-price alternative? This Picasso Tiles Advent Calendar is similar for $35.99.

PLUS PLUS Christmas Advent Calendar: A great option for kids who love open-ended building — each day unlocks more of the signature PLUS PLUS pieces, which snap together in endless combinations for screen-free, creative play.

Sensory & Creative Calendars

Play-Doh Holiday Advent Calendar: There’s at least one Play-Doh color and one tool behind each numbered door, allowing for a whole month of imaginative, hands-on play. Tons of my followers have already snagged this one!