Non-Candy Advent Calendars for Kids 2026: 3 Picks to Count Down to Christmas
Not every child needs 24 chocolates in December. A non-candy advent calendar turns the countdown into something they can wear, collect or hang on the tree, and many can be refilled and used again next year. Here are the three advent calendars for kids we have in store this season, with what is behind the doors and who each one suits.
How to Choose an Advent Calendar for Kids
Before you pick, think about three things:
- What she will do with the surprises. Hair accessories get worn, stationery gets used, and ornaments get hung on the tree.
- Age. Calendars with small pieces suit children who no longer put things in their mouths, usually age 3 and up.
- Whether you want to reuse it. A sturdy calendar can come out again every December and become part of your family's tradition.
1. Mimi & Lula Advent Calendar: for little girls who love hair accessories
Behind the doors of the Mimi & Lula Advent Calendar are 24 hair accessories, one for each day of the countdown: novelty Christmas hair clips, velvet scrunchies, and stars and hearts in pinks, soft green, gold glitter and burgundy. The soft pink box is printed with a Christmas shop scene and ties with a navy ribbon, so it looks pretty on a shelf all month. Recommended for ages 3 and up. See more of the collection in our Mimi & Lula Christmas guide.
2. Disney Princess Official Advent Calendar: for stationery lovers
The Disney Princess Official Advent Calendar from Insight Editions, new for 2026, holds 25 exclusive Disney Princess surprises, including decorative tapes, trivia booklets, keychains and custom stationery. It is a sturdy hardcover calendar, so you can keep it and use it again next year. The stationery and keychains suit kids who can handle small items, older children and grown-up Disney fans.
3. Disney Princess Enchanted Christmas Pop-Up Advent Calendar: a keepsake for the tree
Open the cover of the Disney Princess Enchanted Christmas Pop-Up Advent Calendar and a Christmas tree pops up above 25 compartments. Each holds a removable paper ornament inspired by a princess, like Cinderella's glass slipper, Tiana's water lily and Rapunzel's frying pan. A 28-page guidebook shares facts about each princess and ornament. When the holidays are over, the ornaments go back into their compartments for next year.
Advent Calendars for Kids at a Glance
| Advent calendar | What's inside | Days | Reusable | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mimi & Lula Advent Calendar | Hair clips, scrunchies and hair accessories | 24 | The box can be kept | $63 |
| Disney Princess Official Advent Calendar | Tapes, booklets, keychains and stationery | 25 | Yes, hardcover calendar | $36.50 |
| Disney Princess Pop-Up Advent Calendar | Paper ornaments and a guidebook | 25 | Yes, ornaments go back in | $39.99 |
When to Order an Advent Calendar
Order by mid-November so your calendar arrives before December 1. Our standard shipping takes 3–10 business days, with free shipping on orders over $99. We are a small curated boutique, and our advent calendars are limited and not restocked once they sell out.
Advent Calendar FAQ
Looking for more Christmas gifts? See our Maileg Christmas gift guide and our Frozen jewelry gift guide.
With love,
Doris & Zoey
