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Best Halloween advent calendars for 2026
Spooky calendars that count down the 13 days to Halloween, from plushies to horror icons to tea surprises.
In brief
Spooky calendars that count down the 13 days to Halloween, from plushies to horror icons to tea surprises. Halloween advent calendars typically count down the last 13 days of October, offering daily surprises from toys to decorations to themed treats. Originally reported by MadeForMums.
Halloween advent calendars are booming
Halloween has exploded in the UK, with decorations and costumes getting more elaborate. The newest trend is spooky advent calendars that count down to the big day.
They count down 13 days
Unlike Christmas calendars with 24 days, Halloween versions count down the last 13 days of October. The number 13 was chosen because it's unlucky.
Squishmallows for plushie lovers
The Squishmallows Halloween calendar includes spooky mini plushies like vampires, pumpkins and candy corn. It costs £34.99 on Amazon.
Funko Pop horror icons
Horror film fans will love this Funko Pop calendar featuring classic monsters like Frankenstein and Dracula, plus Chucky and The Bride. It's £34.95.
Disney characters in costumes
This Disney calendar reveals 13 surprise characters in spooky costumes, including Stitch, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse. Available for £45 at Disney Store.
Baker Ross craft calendar
One of the few calendars spanning the whole month of October, this haunted house kit is perfect for crafty kids. Currently 38% off at £2.95.
Decorations for the whole family
The 13 Nights of Halloween calendar includes decorations for the spooky season, making it perfect for both kids and adults. It's £19.95 on Amazon.
Tea calendar for cosy vibes
Bird & Blend's haunted cinema calendar contains 13 tea, matcha and tea tool surprises. Perfect for parents or older children at £40.
Beetlejuice pins for collectors
Pin collectors and Beetlejuice fans get 12 days of themed pins featuring everyone's favourite bio-exorcist. Available for £23.75 on Amazon.
What to remember
Halloween advent calendars typically count down the last 13 days of October, offering daily surprises from toys to decorations to themed treats.
