Advent calendars originate from German Lutheran/Christian traditions, where special countdown calendars were used as a countdown from December 1st through the 25th to mark the birth of Jesus and the celebration of Christmas. Over time, this original idea has evolved beyond its religious roots and they have been adapted to hold a wide variety of themed items from makeup and self-care to teas and books. As the new year begins, EnVi has curated a list of advent calendars to add to your cart to enjoy — perfect for bringing some excitement into 2026!
Celebrate Early with a Birthday Countdown
The first advent calendar on our list is a birthday countdown edition designed to celebrate one’s birthday by turning the days leading up to it into an exciting daily unwrapping. It is sold on Etsy by the shop MyCuteMysteryBox. Shoppers can choose between seven or 14-day surprise options, as well as what type of items they want included. These range from makeup to skincare to jewelry and other accessories.
Elevate Your Routine with a Self-Care Calendar
Self-care is a vital part of an everyday routine, a vital practice whether it’s used to start or wind down your day. This Etsy self-care countdown calendar is designed thoughtfully for women and sold by JSMNatural. It offers multiple duration options ranging from seven days to 24 days, and includes a mix of full-body care products such as soaps, body butter, face masks, and foot balms. It’s a great gift for those who are looking to discover new personal care items to integrate into their daily routine!
Unwrap New Tea Blends
For our tea enthusiasts, believe it or not, there’s a tea calendar waiting for you! This product from Tea Forte offers one-of-a-kind tea blends wrapped in graceful presentation, to enjoy both the unwrapping and the tasting experience. This box is designed around 12 gourmet tea infusions, making it perfect for those who enjoy discovering new flavors and those who want to add elevated tastes to their pantry.
Mini Gifts for Stars Hallow Fans
Advent calendars come in so many different themes that you can find almost anything you love. For those who are TV show viewers, we’ve found an officially licensed Gilmore Girls countdown. Published by Insight Editions, a pop-culture book and collectibles publisher, this calendar is curated with daily Stars Hollow-themed surprises, including stickers, patches, magnets, and other small trinkets to display wherever fans like. And if Gilmore Girls isn’t up your alley, the shop offers a wide variety of other pop-culture advent calendars to choose from!
For the Bookworm in Your Life
LemonHoneyCrafts on Etsy is offering unique book-themed calendars crafted to surprise readers with books and stationary-style goodies, enhancing your reading experience. The countdown options range from three, seven, or 12 days, each assembled with a mix of wrapped books and extras such as daily reading prompts, bookmarks, stickers, and other accessories to turn each day into a cozy, immersive one.
Interested in other gifts or personal items? Check out EnVi’s most recent gift guide here!
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