Do you have a die-hard Harry Potter fan in your life? If so, you won’t want to miss these enchanting Harry Potter advent calendars that deliver almost as much magic as Professor Dumbledore himself!
There’s no need for any “Alohomora” spells or unlocking charms here — these are doors that are designed to be opened, one at a time, all the way to Christmas Day.
So whether your Potter fan is into LEGO, beauty, jewellery, toys, gadgets or collectibles, we’ve rounded up some of the best Harry Potter advent calendars around. Don’t forget to let us know which one is your favourite!
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Enchanting Harry Potter Advent Calendars
Harry Potter Hedwig 7 Days of Socks Calendar
Inside this box you’ll find 7 envelopes, each numbered 1 to 7, with a new pair of Harry Potter-themed socks sealed inside every one. You’ll also get a length of string so you can create your own hanging calendar.
Simply thread the string through the first envelope’s loop, knot it in place, thread the second envelope, knot again, and keep going until all 7 envelopes are strung together. Before long you’ll have your very own hanging Harry Potter socks countdown ready to display.
Available from Boots and other retailers stocking Harry Potter gifts.
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LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar
Celebrate Christmas in the Wizarding World with this magical LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar. Behind each of the 24 doors is a different toy or figure from the Harry Potter series.
As the big day approaches, kids can recreate the Hogwarts letters arriving through the fireplace, collecting gold from Gringotts’ vault, meeting Hedwig the owl, and more.
Features:
- 6 LEGO Minifigures: Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Draco Malfoy, Dudley Dursley and Griphook, plus accessories
- Buildable models such as the iconic Privet Drive and Platform 9¾ signs
- 2 random wizard card tiles to collect each year (16 in total)
- 24 gifts designed to inspire festive scenes from the Harry Potter movies and imaginative play of your child’s own
Available from Amazon and other major toy retailers.
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POP! Harry Potter Advent Calendar
Countdown to Christmas with a line-up of Harry Potter-themed pocket Pop! figures. Featuring the Wizarding World’s favourite witches, wizards, beasts, ghosts and house elves, this POP! Harry Potter advent calendar promises a very jolly Christmas indeed — especially when paired with treacle tart and a mug of hot Butterbeer.
Available from Amazon and other retailers.
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Harry Potter Advent Calendar
Celebrate Christmas like a true Potterhead and crack one of these doors open every day in December. Just like a series of secret Hogwarts passages, each of the 24 doors reveals a new Potter-themed surprise, including quizzes, stationery, miniature memorabilia and more.
It’s a veritable miniature Room of Requirement, bestowing a fresh surprise to brighten those dreary winter days.
Available from Firebox and similar gift retailers.
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Harry Potter Accessories Advent Calendar
This Harry Potter accessories advent calendar is packed with 24 goodies to unveil each day. Items include a selection of pens, keyrings, bookmarks and badges — all officially licensed, silver-plated products that make a fantastic lead-up to Christmas.
Available from The Carat Shop and other licensed retailers.
Harry Potter Charms Advent Calendar
This Harry Potter advent calendar makes festive charm a cinch! Packed with magical accessories, it includes necklaces and a whole host of enchanting charms celebrating the best of the movies and books, plus matching earrings and a pouch to keep everything safe — all waiting to be discovered behind the doors. The perfect pieces for Potterheads.
Available from Truffle Shuffle and other licensed gift retailers.
Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Infinity Calendar
From plush toys and stationery to cloth items and luggage tags, there’s a real mix of gifts inside this infinity calendar — perfect for Harry Potter fans.
The best bit? Once you’ve enjoyed this box, you can use it year after year. Simply source new contents for the box each Christmas, making it a keepsake as much as a countdown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age are Harry Potter advent calendars suitable for?
Most Harry Potter advent calendars are designed with older kids, tweens and teens in mind, thanks to smaller pieces like LEGO minifigures, jewellery charms and collectible figures. Always check the retailer’s own age guidance before buying for younger children.
Where can I buy a Harry Potter advent calendar?
Harry Potter advent calendars are typically stocked by major toy retailers, pharmacies, gift shops and online marketplaces in the run-up to Christmas. Availability and stock levels change from year to year, so it’s worth checking your favourite retailer early in the season.
Are LEGO Harry Potter advent calendars reusable?
The calendar box itself isn’t usually reusable, but the LEGO sets, minifigures and buildable models inside are — kids can keep building and playing with them long after December 24th.
Can adults enjoy Harry Potter advent calendars too?
Absolutely. Many of these calendars — especially the jewellery, accessories and collectible figure sets — are just as popular with adult Potterheads as they are with kids.
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