15 Of Our Favorite Pop-Culture Advent Calendars for 2025
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’Tis the season to countdown in style! Whether you’re shopping for the die-hard collector, the casual pop-culture fan, or anyone who’d rather unwrap a miniature surprise than a candy cane, these 15 pop-culture-themed advent calendars for 2025 are the kind of gifts that give joy every single day in December. Think bold fandoms, unexpected surprises, and major gift-unbox content potential. From building sets to vinyl figures to fashionably themed goodies — there’s something here for every state-of-mind, every budget, and every shelf!
1. LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 — $44.99
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WHY WE LOVE IT: For fans of the galaxy far, far away and lovers of build-it-yourself fun, this calendar from LEGO gives you 24 mini surprises leading up to Christmas. It’s the perfect blend of toy + display piece. Perfect for kids and adult collectors alike! MSRP: $44.99
2. Wicked Premium Advent Calendar — $125.00
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WHY WE LOVE IT: If you have a fan of the musical/film Wicked (or just someone who loves collectibles with glam), this premium calendar delivers luxe vibes.
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WHY WE LOVE IT: Stranger Things (Hawkins vibes + ’80s nostalgia) meets collectible figures — the fun of unwrapping plus the joy of mini-Pop culture. MSRP: $49.99
4. Harry Potter Advent Calendar — $29.99
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WHY WE LOVE IT: Magical, cozy, and evergreen: perfect for the witch-or-wizard in your life. The 2025 version includes minifigures, tiny diorama-style builds, and the kind of little touches that fans adore. MSRP: $29.99
5. Peanuts x WilLiams Sonoma 24 Day Advent Calendar — $39.95
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WHY WE LOVE IT: Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the gang make the holidays sweeter with this candy-filled advent calendar. Each day gives you a Peanuts-themed treat tucked inside a keepsake box designed for display. It’s nostalgic, festive and perfect for anyone who grew up watching the holiday specials. It’s a holiday pick that works for kids and grown-ups alike. MSRP: $39.95
6. Elf: The Official Advent Calendar — $17.00
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WHY WE LOVE IT: Goofy, fun, nostalgic — a calendar inspired by the holiday film Elf. A more accessible price point, plus broad appeal. MSRP: $17.00
7. The Nightmare Before Christmas Advent Calendar — $25.00
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WHY WE LOVE IT: For the alternative, gothic-chic holiday crowd: a calendar themed around The Nightmare Before Christmas with collectible pieces and a darker festive aesthetic. MSRP: $25.00
8. Star Trek Enterprise Advent Countdown— $59.99
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WHY WE LOVE IT: The prefect advent calendar for the Star Trek: Next Generation fans on your list. Shaped like the Enterprise-D, it’s loaded with 24 surprises that bring the franchise to your holiday season. Expect ornaments, trinkets and Star Trek-themed goodies that make each day feel like stepping onto the bridge. Once Christmas day comes around, you’ll have a collection that boldly goes where no advent calendar has gone before. MSRP: $59.99
9. DND Dice Advent Calendar — $27.00
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WHY WE LOVE IT: If your dice bag is already overflowing, you know there’s always room for more. This advent calendar feeds the obsession with a new dice set, pencils or tabletop extras behind every door. Roll initiative every morning in December — by the end, you’ll have enough new sets to make your DM jealous. MSRP: $24.00
10. Funko Bitty Pop! Marvel Countdown Calendar — $34.99
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WHY WE LOVE IT: The merger of hero fandom + mini collectible craze. This one’s got daily reveals, display pieces, and is super Instagram-friendly. MSRP: $34.99
11. K‑Pop Advent Calendar 2025 — $29.00
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WHY WE LOVE IT: Announced for 2025, this calendars taps into the massive global K-pop wave — ideal for younger fans, trend-hunters, and anyone who lives for collect-and-share moments. MSRP: $29.00
12. Harry Potter Honeydukes Advent Calendar — $39.50
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WHY WE LOVE IT: A chewy twist on the Harry Potter theme: sweets, candy-shop aesthetic, 24 small wonders. Perfect for fans who want something whimsical and edible (or at least candy-adjacent). MSRP: $39.50
13. Pokémon Holiday Calendar 2025 (budget version)— $39.99
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WHY WE LOVE IT:
The Pokémon Holiday Calendar 2025 (Jazwares) hits the sweet-spot for fandom gifting: affordable, fun, and built for sharing. At a budget-friendly price it gives you 24 days of surprises (16 mini Battle Figures + 8 accessories) behind each door. MSRP: $39.99
14. 12 Days of Bond — $240.00
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WHY WE LOVE IT:
The “12 Days of Bond” Advent Calendar is the ultimate gift for the fan of style, espionage, and cinematic cool. With its sleek black box, foil-stamped film titles, magnetic drawers and ribbon tie closure, it sets the tone from the moment you unwrap it — pure 007 elegance. Inside, each of the 12 days reveals a meticulously curated surprise—from a gold bullet replica to a silk pocket-square nodding to the earliest Bond films, to limited-edition collectibles that pay homage to the series’ legendary 60+ year run. MSRP. $240.00
15. Hot Wheels 2025 Advent Calendar — $38.00
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WHY WE LOVE IT:
This calendar is a full-throttle holiday win for fans of speed and surprise. With 24 doors you’ll uncover 10 die-cast 1:64-scale vehicles (including one exclusive to this set) and 14 accessory pieces—plus 10 ornament clips so your cars can double as tree décor. MSRP: $38.00
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