Build your way to Christmas with these best-selling LEGO advent calendars

Whether you’re staging epic space battles or just displaying the builds, this LEGO advent calendar is sure to bring the force this holiday season. With mini versions of iconic ships like the Millennium Falcon and the X-wing, it invites fans to relive 25 years of LEGO Star Wars history. The festive twist? You get five collectible minifigures, including a holiday-themed Luke and Leia.

Key features:

• Perfect for both kids and adults
• 368 pieces
• Five collectible minifigures
• 18 mini builds featuring iconic Star Wars vehicles and scenes
• Includes ships from 1999’s X-wing to 2024’s Crimson Firehawk

Also available at:

• $45, Big W
• $53.99 (usually $59.99), Myer
• $59.99, The Iconic
• $59.99, David Jones

Gear up to save the holidays with the Guardians of the Galaxy advent calendar. Overflowing with 24 days of surprises, this calendar contains mini builds and six fan-favourite minifigures, including Star-Lord, Groot and Rocket. With everything from spaceships to blasters, it’s an-action-packed gift that’ll bring plenty of Marvel magic to your Christmas countdown.

Key features:

• Six minifigures, including Star-Lord, Groot, Rocket and Mantis
• Mini builds like the Guardians’ spaceship and a blaster
• 24 days of Marvel-themed surprises
• Combines with other LEGO Marvel sets for even more adventures
• Designed to meet high LEGO quality and safety standards

Also available at:

• $47 (usually $59.99), CATCH

This Spider-Man advent calendar is filled with mini builds and accessories inspired by New York City’s iconic street scenes. With Spider-Man, Miles Morales and other favourite characters hidden behind every door, kids can experience 24 daily adventures straight out of the Marvel universe.

Key features:

• Ages seven and up
• Five minifigures including Spider-Man, Green Goblin and Miles Morales
• 24 daily surprises with buildable toys and accessories
• Features New York-inspired scenes from Spider-Man films
• Includes a Sandman catapult and two mini cars for races

Also available at:

• $45, Amazon
• $49, CATCH
• $59.99, The Iconic
• $59.99, David Jones

Make each day a Marvel-sized adventure with this pick from Avengers. Packed with daily surprises, it brings beloved characters like Doctor Strange and Iron Man to life through fun builds. From jetpacks to Quinjets, kids will have a blast tapping into their inner superhero.

Key features:

• Seven minifigures including Spider-Man, Iron Man and Black Widow
• Mini builds like a Quinjet, jetpack and Hydra Train
• Mix and match gifts to recreate Marvel film scenes
• 24 days of surprises
• Compatible with other LEGO Marvel sets

Also available at:

• $49.99, eBay

Perfect for kids aged five and up, the LEGO City advent calendar is brimming with cheerful characters, festive mini builds and awesome accessories. Plus, the box transforms into a snowy winter village playmat, setting the stage for endless holiday adventures.

Key features:

• Fun characters and seasonal mini builds
• Includes accessories for added play value
• Features a fold-out playmat
• Easy step-by-step building instructions included
• Combines with other LEGO City playsets

Also available at:

• $49, Target
• $49, CATCH
• $53.99 (usually $59.99), Myer
• $59.99, The Iconic
• $59.99, LEGO

Prepare for a magical countdown! Tailored for kids aged five and up, this set is bursting with Disney charm. Inside, little ones will find favourite characters such as Elsa, Tiana, Ariel, Moana and Mirabel, along with adorable sidekicks like Pua, Snowgie and baby reindeer Sven. The calendar box also unfolds into a colourful game board leading to the Disney Castle.

Key features:

• 253-piece building toy
• 24 days of surprises, including character figures and mini builds
• Includes beloved Disney characters and festive accessories
• Comes with fun items like presents, a seesaw and a treasure box
• Compatible with other LEGO Disney building sets

Also available at:

• $45, Big W
• $49, Target
• $53.99 (usually $59.99), Myer
• $59.99, David Jones
• $59.99, LEGO

The magic of Christmas is well and truly alive with this Harry Potter LEGO advent calendar, guaranteed to enchant any witch or wizard. Kids will uncover charming mini builds and characters from the Wizarding World as they count down the days. With festive touches like a Hogwarts Christmas tree and collectible portraits, it’s a fun and imaginative way to celebrate the season.

Key features:

• 301-piece set with eight Harry Potter characters
• 16 festive mini builds celebrating all four Hogwarts houses
• Includes two of 14 collectible Hogwarts portraits
• Compatible with the LEGO Harry Potter Great Hall set
• Easy-to-follow building instructions on the back of each door

Also available at:

• $45, Amazon
• $53.99 (usually $59.99), Myer
• $59.99, The Iconic
• $59.99, David Jones

Christmas is a time for spending quality moments with loved ones, and this Friends Advent Calendar – featuring Paisley, Olly and their family, along with fun activities and festive surprises – encapsulates just that. Each day unveils a new delight, from baking biscuits to launching snowballs.

Key features:

• Includes five characters: Olly, Paisley, her parents and younger sister, plus two baby pet figures
• Features a snow cat figure and various festive accessories
• Each door reveals a buildable activity, like a catapult and a snow castle
• Activities include baking, sending letters and winter sports

Also available at:

• $45, Big W
• $59.99, The Iconic
• $59.99, LEGO
• $59.99, David Jones