The absolute best LEGO Advent Calendars and builds to buy before December 25

Best for: Kids who want a festive countdown filled with simple daily mini-builds and Christmas-themed mini-figures to expand their Lego City world.

Number of days: 24 days

What’s inside: 24 gifts including Santa, Mrs. Claus, 3 elves and a snowman mini-figure.

Ages: 5+ years

Available at:

• $59.99 at LEGO
• $59.99 at Farmers
• $55 at Kmart
• $51.99 at Mighty Ape
• $53.99 at The Warehouse

Best for: Kids who love interactive, cozy winter storytelling and collecting adorable toy animal figures.

Number of days: 24 days

What’s inside: 24 doors with surprises, including 3 mini dolls and 6 mini animal figures: a seal, pony, weasel, polar bear, penguin and a bunny.

Ages: 6+

Available at:

• $59.99 at Lego
• $59.99 at Farmers
• $49 at Kmart
• $53.99 at The Warehouse

Best for: Star Wars fans and collectors who want to celebrate the galaxy far, far away.

Number of days: 24 days

What’s inside: Star Wars characters, droids, and mini builds that create a Droid Smith workshop

Ages: 6+

Available at:

• $59.99 at Lego
• $59.99 at Farmers
• $53.99 at The Warehouse
• $51.99 at Mighty Ape
• $55 at Kmart

Best for: Comic book fans and young superhero admirers who want action-packed micro-builds and exclusive iconic Marvel character figurines.

Number of days: 24 days

What’s inside: 6 mini figurines including Spider-Man, Iron Man, Dr. Doom, Ghost Spider, Captain America and Wolverine, along with 24 small building toys and festive accessories.

Ages: 6+

Available at:

• $59.99 at Lego
• $59.99 at Farmers
• $55 at Kmart
• $51.99 at Mighty Ape
• $53.99 at The Warehouse

Best for: Young builders who love hands-on play and music-inspired creations.

What’s inside: 485 pieces

Ages: 9+

Available at:

• $56.24 at Buy Kiwi Direct
• $66.99 at The Warehouse
• $66.99 at Mighty Ape

Best for: Preschoolers developing early number skills through fun, creative play.

What’s inside: 85 pieces

Ages: 1.5 +

Available at:

• $69 at Kmart
• $60.00 at The Warehouse
• $63.99 at Buy Kiwi Direct

Best for: Kids who love discovering how the world beyond Earth works through creative play.

What’s inside: 519 pieces

Ages: 8+

Available at:

• $49 at Kmart
• $27.99 at Buy Kiwi Direct
• $59.99 at Kidz Stuff Online

Best for: The perfect LEGO set for any animal lover.

What’s inside: 839 pieces

Ages: 9+

Available at:

• $109.99 at The Warehouse
• $119.99 at Farmers
• $99 at Kmart
• $101.99 at Toy World

Best for: Little foodies and vehicle fans who enjoy action-packed, imaginative LEGO fun.

What’s inside: 494 pieces

Ages: 6+

Available at:

• $89.99 at The Warehouse
• $79.99 at Buy Kiwi Direct
• $65 at Kmart
• $89.99 at Mighty Ape

Best for: Kids who love storytelling, creative play and bringing their ideas to life with LEGO.

What’s inside: 602 pieces

Ages: 7+

Available at:

• $98.99 at Mighty Ape
• $99 at The Warehouse
• $87.99 at Buy Kiwi Direct

Best for: Young ninja enthusiasts eager to take on dragons and become the hero of their own story.

What’s inside: 1016 pieces

Ages: 9+

Available at:

• $119 at Kmart
• $135.99 at Buy Kiwi Direct
• $141 at Mighty Ape

Best for: Young vehicle enthusiasts eager to build, explore and solve problems along the way.

What’s inside: 22 pieces

Ages: 2+

Available at:

• $45 at Kmart
• $39.99 at The Warehouse

Best for: Your toddler who is learning to play, interact and perhaps share, too.

What’s inside: 28 pieces

Ages: 2+

Available at:

• $49.99 at The Warehouse
• $43.99 at Buy Kiwi Direct

Best for: The flower lover in your life, whether they have a green thumb or simply enjoy beautiful blooms.

What’s inside: 686 pieces

Ages: 18+

Available at:

• $89 at Kmart
• $98.99 at Mighty Ape
• $87.99 at Buy Kiwi Direct
• $99.99 at The Warehouse

Best for: Crystal collectors, geology enthusiasts and anyone who loves nature-inspired decorative items.

What’s inside: 880 pieces

Ages: 18+

Available at:

• $109.99 at Toy World
• $98.99 at Mighty Ape

Best for: Anyone who loves Japan and its rich culture.

What’s inside: 1363 pieces

Ages: 18+

Available at:

• $189 at Moore Wilsons