From activity-oriented advent calendars like DIY craft kid calendars to science experiment calendars, dress-up Barbie and more, we’ve listed the top-selling products that will pump up any child for Christmas! In our 30 best toy advent calendars to keep them busy leading up to Christmas Day, we’ve also included some classics in our kids advent calendars too. Keep on reading and exploring the variety of playful advent calendars we’ve included to make your December 2021 the most memorable one yet for you and your family. Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned. 

Best Toy Advent Calendars for Kids

2. Barbie Advent Calendar With Barbie Doll, $29.99 at Macys

The adorable Barbie Advent Calendar comes with a signature Barbie doll and features 24 different fashions and accessories including dresses, purses, jewelry, high heels, sunglasses, and even a puppy dog! This girly advent calendar is for ages 3 to 7 years old and will make playtime with Barbie that much more exciting! Barbie Advent Calendar With Barbie Doll, $29.99 at Macys

3. LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 75307 Awesome Toy Building Kit for Kids (335 Pieces), $7.99 at Kohl’s

This advent calendar for boys is selling fast on Kohl’s, so don’t wait on buying the LEGO Star Wars toy advent calendar. It features 335 buildable pieces from Star Wars: The Mandalorian Season 2 including characters, vehicles, weapons and accessories. “The selection of characters and vehicles as well as the special holiday minifigs are wonderful,” a recent 5-star reviewer raves. LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 75307 Awesome Toy Building Kit for Kids (335 Pieces), $7.99 at Kohl’s

4. Squid Game Christmas Countdown Calendar Set, $33.69 on Ebay

Here’s a top-trending 24-day advent calendar based on the popular Netflix Show Squid Games. It features fun squishy fidget toys inspired by the show and is designed to help anxiety and concentration for children 3 years and older. Squid Game Christmas Countdown Calendar Set, $33.69 on Ebay

6. FAO Schwarz Dinosaur Advent Calendar Toy, $25.99 on EBay

Buy the Dinosaur Toy Advent Calendar by the famous FAO Schwarz toy company. Dino-lovers will enjoy the prehistoric reptile-themed gifts ranging from fossil excavation, egg hatching, volcano create and much more! The advent calendar for boys includes plenty of activities for the entire family to get involved in so you can spend quality time together during the holidays. Safety goggles are included! FAO Schwarz Dinosaur Advent Calendar Toy, $25.99 on EBay

12. Fortnite Advent Calendar, $119.99 at Top Toy

This Christmas calendar is sure to be a hit with Fortnite fans—and there are 250 million Fortnite players so chances are you know one. Unlike most advent calendars that have just 24 surprises, this video game-themed advent calendar includes an extra collectible Fortnite figurine on Christmas Day! It’s a bit on the pricer side of $119.99, but it’s one of the newest and hottest toy advent calendars on the market. Get it on Top Toy before the word gets out! Fortnite Advent Calendar, $119.99 at Top Toy

14. My First Advent Calendar, $34.99 at HABA USA

If you have a toddler, you’re going to want this animal-themed calendar that comes with 24 individually-cut wooden animal pieces. An interactive storybook is also included, so at bedtime, you can spend quality time with your kiddo as you read the stories of Theo the Raven and his mission to save Christmas. Each daily story ends with an interactive question for your child to strengthen their visual literacy and comprehension skills. My First Advent Calendar, $34.99 at HABA USA

18. Buildable Train Station Advent Calendar, $26.99 at Uncommon Goods

Get your kids on the advent calendar train and buy this buildable train station advent calendar. For $26.99 at Uncommon Goods, this set includes wooden tracks (a universal size designed to fit with many other sets), characters, train signs, and of course, a rail car. Over 24 days leading up to Christmas, your kid will have a blast assembling their own train station. Buildable Train Station Advent Calendar, $26.99 at Uncommon Goods

22. EIGHT Electronic Games Advent Calendar, $44.99 at Merchoid

Simon Says, Wire Maze, and Code Breaker are a few of the fun electronic games you kid can play in this hi-tech kids toy advent calendar on Merchoid. For kids ages 14+, use an easy-to-follow, full-color instruction booklet that reveals new electronic components each day to build a total of 24 different electronic games. Requires 3 x AA batteries (not included). EIGHT Electronic Games Advent Calendar, $44.99 at Merchoid

24. Melissa & Doug Countdown to Christmas Wooden Advent Calendar, $29.90 at Walmart

If you’ve never done a toy advent calendar before for your kids, keep it traditional and simple. Decorate the tree each day, from the bottom up, in 24 days with an assortment of Christmas ornaments. The best part is you can switch, move, and rearrange the circular pieces to customize the stand-up magnetic Christmas tree! Melissa & Doug Countdown to Christmas Wooden Advent Calendar, $29.90 at Walmart

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