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Black Friday deals on advent calendars include Lego, Bluey and more — save up to 70%

Waited until the last minute? You're in luck, because you can snag this year's top Christmas countdowns for as little as $9.

Lego Disney advent calendar
December's here, and so is advent calendar season. Shop the best Black Friday deals on this year's cheeriest Christmas countdowns for kids (and kids at heart). (Lego)

'Tis the season for advent calendars! A bunch of this year's buzziest releases are long gone, but there are still quite a few Christmas countdowns up for grabs — and right now, you can get them for a fraction of the price during Amazon's Black Friday sale. The deals are still up and running, so don't wait and save up to 70% off advent calendars from Lego, National Geographic and other beloved brands.

I know, I know — you've got Christmas gifts on the brain, but you know what arrives weeks before Santa? Advent season. So, if you want to ensure that you and your family have something to open sometime this month, then take my advice and pounce now.

As Yahoo's resident gifting expert, I've seen and tested dozens of the most popular advent calendars — from those filled with chocolates and coffee to beauty faves — so I know which ones are actually worth your money. Bestsellers abound during this year's Black Friday sales, starting at just $9.

School is winding down ahead of the holidays, but that doesn't mean the learning has to stop. Some days, little scientists will experiment with floating coins, secret messages and growing crystals; other days, they'll unveil a new gemstone to add to their collection. 

Get 24 days of scientific fun for just $22 — that's over 40% off its original price! 

$32 at Amazon

Assemble a mini puzzle each day, then connect 'em on Christmas Eve to see all 1,000 pieces in their glory. The daily jigsaws are on the smaller side and reviewers say they only take a few minutes to complete, so they won't suck up what little downtime you have this time of year. 

"The puzzle pieces are marked on the back so they can be returned to the correct individual box for future use," one reviewer pointed out. Grab it for just $10 — a serious steal in my eyes! 

Save $15 with Prime
$15 at Amazon

Let Elsa, Tiana, Ariel, Mirabel and Moana tag along this holiday season. Build a small scene for each princess — including Ariel's undersea palace — then flip over the box to play the built-in board game with up to five other Disney lovers.

This is one of the last Lego advent calendars still in stock at Amazon— and, not to mention, on sale. Snag it while you still can and save $10. 

$36 at Amazon
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Cozy up with a cup of tea each night. You'll get 24 different flavors in this countdown — ranging from earthy greens to fruity herbal blends. Another plus: "This one is compact and easy to hang up in your kitchen or in a pantry cabinet," one routine buyer wrote. Get it for just $15 — and grab one for your tea-loving pal while it's on sale. 

$15 at Amazon

It's ofishial: This advent calendar is perfect for anglers of all ages. Once the 24 days are up, they'll have a collection of fishing lures for all, er, fishy situations, from topwaters for catching bass and trout to spoons that are specifically for deeper dives. Get it for 20% off during Black Friday. 

$24 at Amazon

Cheese and crackers! Bluey was recently named the most-watched show in the U.S. in 2024, which comes as no surprise to the kids (and parents) who love it so. If it's on repeat in your house, then lean into the fun with this themed calendar. 

Bluey, Bingo and the rest of their crew will take young (and old) readers on an adventure (make that two dozen adventures) in the lead-up to Christmas. There are 24 mini books in total — a mix of short stories, coloring pages and kid-friendly activities. A countdown that convinces them to read during winter break? It doesn't get much better than that — well, it does because it's also nearly 30% off for a limited time. 

$22 at Amazon

No bells, whistles or Santa-shaped chocolates here. Nope, just a treemendous tannenbaum decked out with 24 colorful ornaments and a gold star on top. This Melissa & Doug favorite has racked up thousands of five-star reviews, with one writing that it's "terrific for practicing fine motor skills."

Everything's magnetic, so you don't have to worry about losing any of the baubles as Christmas draws near. Plus, the base of the tree doubles as a storage space for the extras. Snag it now for nearly 30% off and revel in its magic during future Christmases.

$22 at Amazon

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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