Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Advent calendars are popular among Christian church-goers in the Western world, but the idea dates back to the fourth century.

Today is the first day of the Advent calendar tradition. Do you do an Advent calendar with your kids? Well here are some fun, frugal and in some cases free ideas to help you change it up this year. 1.

A self-filled Advent calendar is a unique gesture during the holiday season. Photo: Getty Images During Advent, everyone who celebrates Christmas looks forward to a small daily surprise from the ...

The first day of Advent is just a little over a month away and there is still time to add some extra fun to your Christmas countdown. From LEGO to The Woobles, here are five ideas for this year’s ...

From pet-friendly advent calendar picks to foodie favorites, these unexpected countdowns from LEGO, Petco, OPI, and more are already stealing the spotlight. By Camila Quimper Dec 03, 2025 10:00 PMTags ...

Finding an advent calendar for teens can be tricky. They’ve outgrown toys but still want something fun to open every day. This 2025 guide highlights teen-approved calendars by interest: beauty and ...

For those who observe Christmas, counting down to the holiday often feels like half the fun. And what better way to patiently (or not so patiently) wait for the 25th than with an Advent calendar? What ...

Spirit-based Advent calendars have steadily grown in popularity over the last decade. They started in Great Britain but are increasingly popular in the US. The calendars feature a shot of spirit for ...