Advent calendars (adventskalenders) with chocolates, beauty products or toys are a nice present to give to someone or treat yourself. Make sure you find and order an advent calendar on time and countdown to a wonderful Christmas 2026!
Quick answer: the best advent calendars of 2026 in the Netherlands are the Rituals Adventskalender (€89,90, our overall bestseller), Tony’s Chocolonely (€17,99) for chocolate lovers, LEGO Harry Potter and LEGO Star Wars for kids, and Heinen Delfts Blauw (€75,00) as a typically Dutch gift. Advent calendars start on December 1, so order in October or early November: the popular ones sell out fast.
🎄 Open a door: in this guide
Advent starts on December 1
Top 7 advent calendar bestsellers in 2026
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Rituals Adventskalender 2026 | Overall bestseller | €89,90 | Shop now → |
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Tony’s Chocolonely Adventskalender | Chocolate lovers | €17,99 | Shop now → |
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Maxim’s de Paris Adventkalender | Gourmet gifting | €36,95 | Shop now → |
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Haribo Advent Calendar | Budget pick | €19,99 | Shop now → |
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Heinen Delfts Blauw Adventskalender | Dutch souvenir | €75,00 | Shop now → |
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Lindt Teddy Advent Calendar | Kids’ chocolate | €17,99 | Shop now → |
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Lindt Chocolade Adventskalender Kerstboom | Classic chocolate | €20,99 | Shop now → |
Tip: if some advent calendars are sold out, check for available alternatives here.
Advent calendars are filled with 24 days of surprises. According to the tradition, you start an advent calendar on December 1 and open one door a day, starting with number 1 to number 24.
Popular Dutch advent calendars 2026
Looking for something typically Dutch this year? Rituals and Tony’s Chocolonely are both homegrown Dutch brands, and Heinen Delfts Blauw brings the country’s iconic blue-and-white pottery design to an advent calendar: a fun pick for Dutch culture lovers or as a gift to send abroad.
Tony’s Chocolonely advent calendar 2026
The Tony’s Chocolonely advent calendar is the Dutch chocolate calendar most people search for. The MEGA Kerst Aftelkalender costs €17,99 on Bol.com and comes in two versions:
- Tony’s Chocolonely advent calendar with small chocolates: 24 doors with a small chocolate each.
- Tony’s Chocolonely advent calendar with full size (225 g) chocolates: the bigger gift for real chocolate lovers.
Advent calendars for adults
Not only kids enjoy counting down the days of winter until the festive season starts. So do the adults! Choose an advent calendar that will give you inspiration for a moment each day. Fill the period before Christmas with surprises and moments of happiness!
Best chocolate advent calendars 2026 for adults
- Maxim's de Paris Adventkalender >>
- Toblerone Advent Calendar >>
- Tony's Chocolonely Adventskalender with small chocolates >>
- Tony's Chocolonely advent calendar with full size (225 g) chocolates >>
- Lindt Christmas Tradition Advent Calendar >>
- Anthon Berg 24 Days Chocolate Liqueur Advent Calendar >>
- Lindt Lindor Milk Chocolate Mini Advent Calendar >>
- Ferrero Rocher Collection Advent Calendar >>
Tea advent calendars for adults
- Pickwick Tea Topics advent calendar
- New English tea advent calendar
- Kusmi tea advent calendar Le Grand Hotel
- Pukka Tea Adventskalender 2026
Wine advent calendars
Beauty advent calendars
If you are looking for a present with a Dutch spirit, check advent calendars from the local brands like Rituals. The Ritual of Advent 2026 calendar is already available online.
Rituals advent calendars usually sell out very quickly, so better not wait with ordering them online!
Prices shown are as of September 29, 2026 and may change.
Advent calendars for children
Looking for the best advent calendar for kids in 2026? LEGO Harry Potter and Star Wars calendars are usually the most popular choices, but there are also Disney, Marvel, Playmobil and Paw Patrol options below.
- LEGO Disney Frozen Adventskalender 2025 (43273) >>
- LEGO Marvel Spider-Man Adventskalender (76293) >>
- Paw Patrol Advent Calendar >>
- LEGO Friends Adventskalender 2025, Kerstspeelset (42668) >>
Playmobil advent calendars
View ALL Playmobil advent calendars >>
Chocolate & candy advent calendars for kids (subject to availability)
- Haribo Advent Calendar >>
- Kinder Mini Santa Advent Calendar >>
- KitKat Chocolate Advent Calendar >>
- Lindt Teddy Winter Wonderland Advent Calendar >>
- Lindt Teddy Advent Calendar >>
Advent calendars under €10
Not every advent calendar needs a big budget. These are simple, affordable picks around or under €10 that still deliver a treat a day.
- Heidel Nostalgic Chocolate Advent Calendar, 24 x milk chocolate >>
- Milka Adventskalender 2026 Chocolade >>
- Terry’s Chocolate Orange Advent Calendar 2026 >>
What is an advent calendar?
An advent calendar (adventskalender in Dutch) is a special calendar for counting the days of Advent in anticipation of Christmas. Most advent calendars begin on December 1 and contain 24 small gifts. Check for the best advent calendars 2026 well in advance, as they are usually produced in limited editions and are sold out quickly.
Advent 2026 is coming. Choose the gifts for yourself and your loved ones.
FAQ: Advent calendars
When should I buy an advent calendar for Christmas 2026?
Order in October or early November. Chocolate and toy calendars usually get restocked, but popular beauty calendars, like Rituals’ Ritual of Advent, tend to sell out within days of release.
When do you start an advent calendar?
Traditionally on December 1: you open door 1 that morning and door 24 on Christmas Eve. Advent itself starts on the fourth Sunday before Christmas, which in 2026 is November 29, so some calendars with Advent candles or Sunday gifts begin then.
What is the best advent calendar in 2026?
Our overall bestseller is the Rituals Adventskalender (€89,90). For chocolate lovers, pick Tony’s Chocolonely (€17,99); for kids, LEGO Harry Potter or LEGO Star Wars; as a Dutch souvenir, Heinen Delfts Blauw (€75,00). See the top 7 bestsellers for more.
Which advent calendars are Dutch?
Rituals (beauty and home) and Tony’s Chocolonely (chocolate) are Dutch brands, and Heinen Delfts Blauw has an advent calendar in the blue and white Delft pottery style. All three make a nice gift to send abroad.
How much is the Tony’s Chocolonely advent calendar 2026?
The Tony’s Chocolonely MEGA Kerst Aftelkalender costs €17,99 on Bol.com (price as of September 29, 2026). There is also a version with full size (225 g) chocolates.
What is inside an advent calendar?
Most advent calendars have 24 small doors or compartments, one for each day from December 1 to 24, filled with chocolate, tea, cosmetics, or small toys, depending on the theme.
Are advent calendars only for kids?
No. Chocolate, tea, and especially beauty advent calendars from brands like Rituals, ICI PARIS XL, and Douglas are popular gifts for adults too.
Are there cheap advent calendars under €10?
Yes. Chocolate calendars like Heidel, Milka and Terry’s Chocolate Orange cost around or under €10. See our advent calendars under €10.
Where can I buy advent calendars in the Netherlands?
Bol.com, Amazon.nl, and ICI PARIS XL/Rituals are the main options. We link directly to specific calendars above, sorted by who they’re for, so you can compare and order online.
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