12 best non-chocolate advent calendars for 2024 to grab before they’re gone

Discover the top 12 non-chocolate advent calendars for 2024: perfect alternatives to traditional treats

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Looking for the best non-chocolate advent calendars to make this year's festive countdown extra special? We've done all the hard work so you can glide towards the Christmas season with some fun and unique alternatives to traditional chocolate treats.

While we’ve found plenty of brilliant chocolate advent calendars, we know they’re not everyone’s cup of tea. If you fancy switching things up this year, we’ve uncovered a variety of non-chocolate advent calendars that are sure to brighten your December. From luxurious beauty and fragrance calendars to gourmet food and drink options, there’s something for everyone. And for the kids, toy advent calendars are guaranteed to be a big hit.

Sam, a busy mum of three, tells us why her nonchocolate advent calendar is her yearly indulgence: “In our family, presents are usually just for the children, so I treat myself to a beauty advent calendar each year. The Look Fantastic one is always my go-to, but I’ve got my eye on the new Charlotte Tilbury advent calendar this year!”

Although popular choices like Charlotte Tilbury’s often sell out quickly, we’ve rounded up the best non-chocolate advent calendars for 2024. Whether you’re after beauty, fragrance, food, or fun options for the kids, there’s something for everyone this Christmas.

12 best non chocolate advent calendars for 2024

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Heidi Scrimgeour
Deputy Editor

Heidi is a seasoned parenting journalist with over 15 years of experience. She has contributed to numerous UK national newspapers, including The Guardian, The Times, and The Telegraph. Her work has also appeared in a variety of print and digital magazines, such as Psychologies and Mother & Baby, where she was Shopping Editor for six years. In this role, she specialised in consumer features, including buying guides and baby gear reviews. Heidi is also a mum of three.