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12 Most Popular Kids' Advent Calendars 2025 (Ages 3–12): What's Inside and Where to Buy

The ultimate countdown to Christmas: building blocks, trading cards, dolls, and toy vehicles.

2025-09-21

The countdown to Christmas just got more exciting! This year's kids' advent calendars are packed with building blocks, trading cards, dolls, and toy vehicles that will keep little ones engaged all December long. Here are the most popular kids' advent calendars of 2025—perfect for ages 3-12, with something for every interest and budget.

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Best Kids' Picks in 2025

1. LEGO City Advent Calendar 2025

2. Pokémon TCG Holiday Calendar 2025

3. Barbie Doll and Fashion Advent Calendar

4. LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025

5. Hot Wheels Advent Calendar 2025

6. LEGO Disney Frozen Advent Calendar 2025

7. LEGO Minecraft Advent Calendar 2025

8. LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2025

9. LEGO Friends Advent Calendar 2025

10. Kinder Chocolate Advent Calendar 2025

11. Haribo Advent Calendar 2025

12. Crayola Art Advent Calendar

13. How to Choose the Right Calendar (and Not Overpay)

14. Frequently Asked Questions

1. LEGO City Advent Calendar 2025

Perfect for budding builders ages 6+, this calendar features 24 mini builds including vehicles, buildings, and characters from the bustling LEGO City. Each day reveals a new piece to add to your city scene, encouraging creativity and storytelling.

2. Pokémon TCG Holiday Calendar 2025

Launching August 22, 2025, this calendar is a collector's dream with 25 surprises including 8 foil Pokémon TCG cards with festive stamps, 6 booster packs, 7 fun packs, 2 coins, 2 sticker sheets, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live. Perfect for Pokémon fans ages 6+.

3. Barbie Doll and Fashion Advent Calendar

Dress Barbie in fabulous day-to-night outfits with 24 stylish surprises! Includes one Barbie doll with straight brown hair wearing a metallic pink zebra print swimsuit, plus trendy clothes, accessories, and even a pet kitten. Perfect for ages 3+ who love fashion and dress-up play.

4. LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025

Join the galaxy far, far away with 24 Star Wars-themed builds including mini figures, vehicles, and iconic scenes. Each day brings a new piece of the Star Wars universe to life. Perfect for Star Wars fans ages 6+.

5. Hot Wheels Advent Calendar 2025

Rev up the excitement with 10 toy vehicles in 1:64 scale plus 24 accessories! Each day reveals a new car or accessory to add to your collection. Perfect for car enthusiasts ages 3+.

6. LEGO Disney Frozen Advent Calendar 2025

Let it go with Elsa, Anna, and friends! This calendar features 24 Frozen-themed builds including mini figures, vehicles, and magical scenes from Arendelle. Perfect for Frozen fans ages 6+.

7. LEGO Minecraft Advent Calendar 2025

Build your way through the blocky world of Minecraft with 24 builds including mobs, tools, and structures. Each day brings a new piece of the Minecraft universe to life. Perfect for Minecraft fans ages 6+.

8. LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2025

Step into the wizarding world with 24 magical builds including mini figures, creatures, and iconic scenes from Hogwarts. Each day reveals a new piece of the Harry Potter universe. Perfect for Harry Potter fans ages 6+.

9. LEGO Friends Advent Calendar 2025

Join Emma, Mia, Olivia, Stephanie, and Andrea for 24 days of friendship and fun! This calendar features builds inspired by the LEGO Friends universe including mini figures, vehicles, and accessories. Perfect for ages 6+.

10. Kinder Chocolate Advent Calendar 2025

The sweetest countdown with 24 days of Kinder favorites—mini Kinder Chocolate bars, Kinder Bueno bites, and festive surprises sized perfectly for kids. A guaranteed daily treat that never misses. Ages 3+.

11. Haribo Advent Calendar 2025

Gummy joy every morning—24 doors filled with Haribo classics like Goldbears, Happy Cola, Starmix, and seasonal gummies. Perfect for candy-loving kids who enjoy variety. Ages 3+.

12. Crayola Art Advent Calendar

Unleash creativity with 24 days of art supplies including crayons, markers, colored pencils, and craft supplies. Each day brings a new tool for artistic expression. Perfect for budding artists ages 4+.

How to Choose the Right Calendar (and Not Overpay)

Picking the perfect calendar is easy when you consider your child's interests and age:

If your child loves… Pick Why
Building & construction LEGO calendars Daily builds + creative play
Collecting & trading cards Pokémon TCG Rare cards + game integration
Fashion & dress-up Barbie Doll + 24 outfits & accessories
Cars & vehicles Hot Wheels 10 cars + track accessories
Art & creativity Crayola 24 days of art supplies
Sweets & treats Kinder / Haribo Daily candy surprise
Imaginative play Playmobil Scenes + storytelling

Tip: Choose the perfect advent calendars for your kids now by adding them to your Wishdeck wishlist! Create a separate wishlist called "For Children" and add exactly what your kids want and love. Then share this wishlist in one click with grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other family members—they can see exactly what your child wants and even book their future gift! No more gift-giving confusion or duplicate presents this Christmas. Your family will know exactly what to buy, and your kids will get the advent calendars they truly want.

Frequently Asked Questions

Many 2025 editions are already on sale, and several are available for pre‑order. The Pokémon TCG calendar launches August 22, 2025, while others are available now.
Depends on your child's interests: LEGO calendars offer building fun, Pokémon TCG provides collectible value, Barbie includes a doll plus outfits, Hot Wheels gives you 10 cars plus accessories, and Fisher-Price Little People offers great value for toddlers.
Yes—popular calendars like LEGO Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Pokémon TCG often sell out quickly. Pre‑order and save backups in your Wishdeck wishlist.
Most calendars are designed for ages 3-12, with LEGO calendars typically recommended for ages 6+ due to small parts. Always check age recommendations on the packaging.
LEGO calendars usually feature new builds each year, while other brands may repeat popular items. Check product descriptions for the 2025 line‑up.
Some calendars like LEGO sets can be shared if kids take turns building, while others like Barbie or Hot Wheels are better for individual use.
LEGO calendars are great for travel as they're compact and provide daily building activities. Avoid calendars with liquid items or fragile pieces.
Most calendars can be opened all at once for immediate gratification, or you can space out the surprises to maintain interest throughout December.
Fisher-Price Little People ($19.99) and Crayola ($24.99) offer great value under $30, while LEGO calendars provide excellent play value at $39.99.
Download Wishdeck, add your favorite calendars from this article, and share your wishlist link in one tap—friends and family can shop directly so your child unwraps what they truly want this Christmas.

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