The Best Non-Chocolate Advent Calendars 2024 (And They’re All Available To Buy Right Now)

The Lookfantastic 2024 Beauty Advent Calendar could be its best one yet. Ranked at number two by the Grazia team as one of the best beauty advent's on the market every year this calendar sells out - and for good reason. With a whopping 13 full-size goodies and a further selection of mini surprises, the countdown to Christmas has never looked so good. Some of the best products I've spotted inside the advent calendar include the much-loved ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream (30ml) and the Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 59 Perfume Mist - and while I would somewhat be tempted to keep these for myself, they would make great small gifts or stocking fillers.

Drop date: It's live now!
Value: £100 (for £565 worth of products)
Number of days: 25

Born in East London, Grind has carved out a niche by combining artisanal coffee with a commitment to sustainability. The brand's aesthetic - think minimalist design with a touch of industrial chic if you haven't seen it already - perfectly mirrors its ethos; sophisticated yet unpretentious. This year its 2024 advent calendar boasts 25 days of home-compostable Nespresso compatible pods, each with a unique blend of Grind's speciality-grade coffee (that's also sourced from small farms). The calendar even includes a special 'Christmas' blend, which sounds delicious and is described as having notes of orange, pecan, treacle and dark chocolate.

Drop date: It's live now!
Value: £32 (a bargain considering you also get a bonus pod for the 25th)
Number of days: 25

Fashion commerce writer, Gemma Lavers says: 'I like to think of myself as a savvy shopper, so when I saw that the Gold Jewellery Advent Calendar contains jewellery worth over £800, for £395 - I thought to myself - I can girl math my way out of this. Not only is it great value for money (whether you choose to keep all the gems yourself or gift some to others), but it also has an array of chic, everyday pieces. I particularly love the Mini Star Ridge Pendant Necklace and of course, the Lucy Williams Mini Orb Ear Cuff. Missoma also did a good job at curating a collection of jewellery for its 2024 advent calendar that feels cohesive yet diverse - inside there's a mixture of earrings, necklaces and bracelets, and they can all be worn at once, or just one at a time.'
Read the full review of the Missoma Jewellery Advent Calendar here.

Drop date: It's live now!
Value: £395 (for £827 worth of products)
Number of days: 12

Spread the Christmas cheer (pardon the pun) this December with this adorable Bonne Maman Jam Advent Calendar, filled with delicious jams and spreads to enjoy. Included is 23 mini jars of fruity jam or sweet spread, featuring festive flavour combinations, like purple fig with cinnamon, pear and cocoa conserve and coffee caramel and chestnut honey conserve. What I think is also the best part about this calendar is that with each day - and each new conserve or spread - means another topping for your toast in the morning. By the end of the 25 days you'll find you've tried a whole host of spreads you never thought you would have.

Drop date: It's live now!
Value: £29.75
Number of days: 24

The LEGO City advent calendar is the perfect way to keep festive excitement building (quite literally) in the lead up to the big day. I'm sure this advent calendar would be a dream come true to little ones - and nostalgic adults alike - as each day reveals a mini build, character or accessory. Inside is 24 surprises, including a Christmas tree and snowman, as well as the leading lady and man themselves, Mr and Mrs Claus. Another great thing about this LEGO calendar is that the box folds out to create a snowy winter village scene, which makes for the perfect backdrop for numerous stories and adventures. Plus, the advent is a great excuse to add to your LEGO collection with some festive flair.

Drop date: It's live now!
Value: £16.99
Number of days: 24

Fashion commerce writer, Gemma Lavers, says: 'Matcha is a relatively new thing to me - as probably to most too - and I'm unashamedly really getting into it. For any matcha-lovers you might have in your life, this advent calendar is the perfect present for them (or for yourself). Inside is what the brand says are '24 magical matcha flavours' (mysterious) which is enough to make 48 cups of matcha. I won't spoil all the flavours for you, but to give you a taste of what you've got in store, the calendar contains very interesting matcha flavours like spiced pumpkin pie and mint choc chip, as well as of course, the original pure Japanese Matcha Green Tea.'

Drop date: It's live now!
Value: £52 (contains 48 cups of matcha)
Number of days: 24

You're going to want the perfect manicure in time for the big day, and this advent gives you four limited-edition shades to practice with before the 25th. Also inside the calendar is two nail art markers in a festive silver and gold, and an orange cuticle oil. Trust me when I say this cuticle oil is worth investing in the entire calendar for - it smells heavenly and works wonders on my extremely cracked fingers (thanks, winter). The Mylee calendar is not your traditional open-the-door advent, instead the 12 boxes snugly sit inside a pink and red swirled keepsake tin - perfect for storing your polishes, cuticle oils and nail files afterwards.

Drop date: It's live now!
Value: £55
Number of days: 12

Worth over £307, The White Company's highly covetable advent calendar will make Christmas feel extra luxurious. A daily indulgence, discover 25 pull-out drawers filled with everything from a full size signature candle to a mini home spray in best-selling scents. The best part about this calendar is that there's 25 days of glorious gifts - rather than 24 - which is great. On the outside there's an exclusive illustration of its flagship store that has been decorated for Christmas, and on the inside sits 25 drawers that house these extremely chic products. Plus, this year The White Company promise there's four full-size products, which is more than last year.

Drop date: It's live now!
Value: £195 (for £307 worth of products)
Number of days: 25

Say hello to Ilchester's swanky new Cheese Advent Calendar. That's right, the premium advent calendar is offering this huge box of twenty-four delicious cheeses for each day of the Christmas season.

Treat yourself to a delicious surprise every day from royal favourite, Fortnum & Mason with their Feasting Advent Calendar. Comprising everything you need for the most luxurious start to the festive season, this calendar contains treats such as classic teas, biscuits, chocolate and confectionery to mouth-watering preserves, condiments and festive tipples.

Always losing your hair ties or know someone who is? This unique Xmas Collection Time to Shine advent calendar from Invisibobble will really make them smile. With a selection of hair-loving accessories (plus, some VERY cute festive options), it'll be useful for years to come.

The Fragrance Shop Advent Calendar is one for those who really love their perfumes out there. This advent calendar is jam-packed with indulgent fragrances as well as beauty staples. Includes top-sellers like Prada, Marc Jacobs and YSL. It keeps selling out so make sure you snap it up quickly.

If you know a whisky fan who deserves a treat this Christmas, then it doesn't get much better than the Whisky Advent Calendar by Master of Malt. It includes an expertly curated collection of 24 hand-waxed 30ml drams of whisky from a range of incredible producers, including distillers, blenders, and bottlers.

Do they know it's Christmas? Dogs, that is. Well, probably not. But, if all the humans are getting treats all month, then it feels a bit cruel to leave them out. So, why not treat them (or your favourite canine-loving human) to this Personalised Dog Advent Calendar wreath? 24 biscuit treats, one for each day of December. Just make sure it's hung up nice and high!

For the man in your life, we present the perfect pre-Christmas gift: Man'Stuff Grooming Advent Calendar. Not only will he smell gorgeous, but he'll feel like a million bucks.