20 Christmas Advent Calendar Ideas

Are you looking for some Christmas advent calendar ideas? Then you are in the right place!

I started using a Christmas advent calendar with my kids a few years ago and they loved it! We have made it an annual Christmas tradition now and it is something that they look forward to every year.

We do a countdown calendar with treats for each day leading up to Christmas. I actually do it from December 1st to the 24th. There are a variety of ways to make your own advent calendar and a variety of ways to do the tradition. I thought I would gather up some ideas from my fellow bloggers so you can start your own Christmas advent calendar tradition!

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Advent Calendar Christmas Ideas

To make things a bit easier, I divided all of the advent calendar Christmas ideas by topic, so you can skip to ideas that interested you the most. When you see a project that you like, click the ”read more” button and you will be taken to that project’s tutorial. Then you can pin or bookmark those that you want to make later!

Countdown Advent Calendars

If you are short on time and want to make a quick advent calendar, these countdown-style calendars are perfect for you!

All you need for a Christmas countdown calendar is a chalkboard! See more here! Of course if it is shaped like a mason jar it makes your advent calendar even better!

Chalkboard Christmas Countdown Calendar

Make this chalkboard Christmas countdown calendar in just minutes with items you have on hand around your home! This idea can be done with any chalkboard.

Print this free Christmas countdown calendar and countdown the days until Christmas! Perfect if you usually do an advent calendar!

Countdown to Christmas Calendar: Free Printable!

Get this free, printable Christmas countdown calendar this year as you countdown to Christmas with your kids! It takes just minutes to set up.

Simple To Make Advent Calendar Ideas

For those of you who have more time to spare, these advent calendars are simple to make, require a small amount of supplies, and can be put together in no time!

Christmas Advent Calendar — the EASY way!

Learn how to make this super simple advent calendar! It is even compact so you don't have to hang anything on your walls.

Turn a case of mason jars into an advent calendar for Christmas with this simple idea!

Mason Jar Advent Calendar

Make this mason jar advent calendar for your Christmas celebrations! Your kids will love counting down to the holidays plus getting a small treat each day.

Paper Sack & Clothespin Advent Calendar

If you want to make an advent calendar using inexpensive supplies, then check out this tutorial that uses paper sacks and clothespins!

DIY Dinosaur Advent Calendar

Do your kids love dinosaurs? Then make them this fun advent calendar that includes colorful toy dinosaurs and a fun activity to do each day!

Envelope Advent Calendar

If you are on a budget, this advent calendar is for you! All you need are some plain white envelopes and a list of activities and you can make this advent calendar in minutes!

Box Style Advent Calendars

If you like the look of box-style advent calendars, whether they are big or small, these projects are perfect for you!

Advent Calendar With Plastic Animals

Turn 25 plastic animals into the most adorable advent calendar using spray paint and some pom poms!

DIY Punch Box Advent Calendar

Punch your way through the holiday season, with this fun punch box advent calendar! This calendar is great for kids of all ages and can easily be customized!

DIY Advent Calendar That Makes a Statement

Go big with your advent calendar this year and make a unique paper mache calendar that can hold tons of treats!

DIY Geometric Advent Calendar Blocks

If you want a modern-style advent calendar, then check out this geometric calendar that is made using treat boxes and a black marker!

Wall-Hanging Advent Calendar Ideas

Check out these wall-hanging advent calendars that are easy to create, make great decor, and are customizable!

DIY Advent Calendar by Handmade on the Heartland

Jewelry Box Advent Calendar

Advent calendars don't have to be complicated to make! Turn some jewelry boxes into a stunning calendar using this tutorial!

Instagram Advent Calendar

Do you love Instagram? Then grab your favorite Instagram photos and turn them into this adorable advent calendar!

Wall Mounted Advent Calendar by The DIY Dreamer

Rustic Wall Mounted Advent Calendar

Learn how to make your own rustic wall advent calendar using this simple-to-follow tutorial!

Muffin Tin Advent Calendar

Grab those muffin tins and turn them into the perfect advent calendar using this simple tutorial!

Wood Style Advent Calendars

If you want a traditional-style advent calendar, check out these wood projects that don’t require any wood tools!

Rustic Advent Calendar

If your Christmas style is rustic, then you need to make this advent calendar! Turn a store-bought wooden advent calendar into a rustic advent calendar using chalk paint and stickers!

Easy Wooden Advent Calendar + Advent Calendar Filler Ideas

Turn a Hyggehaus wooden organizer into a customized advent calendar using this simple-to-follow tutorial!

Unique Style Advent Calendar Ideas

Finally, if you are looking for a unique advent calendar that you can’t find at the store, these projects are definitely for you!

Airheads Advent Calendar

For those of you who love Air Heads, this advent calendar is for you! Turn your favorite Air Head flavors into edible advent calendar ornaments using cookie cutters and a food marker!

Felt Advent Calendar

For those of you who love sewing, this advent calendar is for you! Turn wool felt into pockets to create the perfect advent calendar that can be used year after year!

Screen Printed Advent Calendar

Use screen printing to create an adorable and colorful advent calendar that looks store-bought, even though you DIY it!

I hope you enjoyed all of these different variations of the traditional Christmas advent calendar. Try one of these ideas with your kids or use them as a jumping-off point for your own amazing idea!

Want To Buy A Christmas Countdown Calendar Instead?

Love the idea but don’t have time to make your own? You can also buy your own Christmas advent calendar with any of the links below. These links are affiliate links.

Melissa and Doug Wood Advent Calendar

Make an advent calendar for your kids this Christmas with these great ideas! I love using a countdown calendar for the holidays!

Christmas Tree Shaped Box Calendar

Vermont Christmas Company Elves’ Treehouse Chocolate Advent Calendar (Countdown to Christmas)

So, whether you buy or make a Christmas advent calendar, your kids are sure to love it! If you haven’t already, be sure to start this tradition in your own home. Your kids will love it at any age!

5 Christmas Crafts

Did you love these advent calendar Christmas ideas, and are looking for more Chirstmas crafts? Then check out the projects below!