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Jun 27, 2024

The Best LEGO® Advent Calendar Sets to Buy In 2023

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Are LEGO® Advent Calendar Sets Worth It?

LEGO® advent calendar sets are a fantastic choice for anyone looking to add a touch of excitement to their Christmas countdown.

The LEGO Group has transformed the cherished tradition of advent calendars into something truly magical with themed sets that ignite your imagination and creativity.

Why LEGO® advent calendar sets are so much fun:

Calendars offer a daily dose of creativity and surprise, as each door reveals a small LEGO® brick build or Minifigure.

Unlike traditional chocolate-filled calendars, LEGO® advent calendar sets offer a healthier twist, promoting imaginative play and problem-solving skills along the way!

LEGO® advent calendar sets are a hit with LEGO® fans of all ages, making them a great pick for families and enthusiasts alike!

One of the most exciting aspects of LEGO® advent calendar sets is the variety of themes available. With Star Wars™, LEGO® City, Harry Potter™ and everything in between, there's a calendar to suit every interest.

The All-New LEGO® Advent Calendar sets for 2023

Make your Christmas countdown truly magical with an advent calendar like no other. These festive sets bring joy and excitement to all, and we're here to explore each one.

  1. LEGO® Star Wars™ Advent Calendar Set (753366) £29.99

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Prepare to embark on a galactic adventure with the LEGO® Star Wars™ Advent Calendar set. This calendar showcases beloved Star Wars™ characters and memorable scenes. If you're a fan of the Force, be sure to check out these delightfully festive Minifigures.

Why this advent calendar is stellar:

Features 8 LEGO® Star Wars™ Minifigures, including festive versions of Emperor Palpatine™, an Ewok™, and even a Pit Droid. A Gonk Droid transforms into a reindeer and Omega even has her very own sledge!

15 mini-builds ranging from The Justifier and The Mandalorian™’s N-1 Starfighter™ to Clone Command Centres and the charming Ewok™ village.

Perfect for Star Wars™ fans aged 6 and over

With this 320-piece set, you can build festive joy throughout the holidays and play out your favourite Star Wars™ stories, from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™ to Star Wars: The Clone Wars™ and Star Wars: The Bad Batch™.

  1. LEGO® Harry Potter™ Advent Calendar Set (76418) £29.99

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Enter the Wizarding World with the LEGO® Harry Potter™ Advent Calendar Set. This magical set is filled with beloved characters, enchanted objects and surprises inspired by Hogwarts™ and beyond. Perfect for Potterheads, it's a delightful way to count down to Christmas.

What makes this calendar enchanting:

6 beloved Minifigures, including Harry Potter™, Hermione Granger™, Ron Weasley™, Draco Malfoy™, Aberforth Dumbledore™, and Madam Rosmerta™, alongside iconic items from the Harry Potter™ movies.

18 Hogsmeade™ village mini-builds. From The Three Broomsticks™ Inn and the Hog's Head™ Inn to Zonko’s™ Joke Shop and the delectable Honeydukes™ candy store, each mini-build captures the essence of these beloved locations. These sets include 2-3 builds relating to each place, along with other festive items to enhance the magic.

For budding builders, you'll find illustrated instructions on the back of each door, making the assembly a breeze.

Ideal for Harry Potter™ fans aged 7 and up.

Minifigures and buildable models from this 227-piece holiday calendar can be seamlessly combined with other LEGO® Harry Potter™ sets, offering endless play-and-display possibilities.

  1. LEGO® Friends Advent Calendar Set 2023 (41758) £19.99

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In January 2023, the LEGO® Friends universe underwent a significant expansion, introducing fresh characters and novel locations to inspire an abundance of creative adventures.

For fans of the LEGO® Friends series, this advent calendar offers a delightful journey with the Heartlake City gang.

This calendar boasts:

Create a playmat with modules that snap together easily, making it fun and simple to build a dynamic pet playground.

10 LEGO® Friends Minifigures.

24 mini-build toys provide hours of role-play excitement as children create various pet-themed adventures in their very own pet playground.

Perfect for children aged 6 and up

The calendar itself measures over 9 inches (25 cm) high, 14 inches (37 cm) wide, and 2 inches (6 cm) deep, promising a world of pet-themed wonders.

  1. Marvel Avengers™ Advent Calendar Set 2023 (76267) £29.99

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The Marvel™ advent calendar set caters to superhero enthusiasts, offering a thrilling daily dose of Spider-Man™, Captain America™, Iron Man™, and other iconic Marvel™ characters. With exciting builds and collectables, these calendars are sure to be a hit with Marvel™ fans. Image

This thrilling calendar packs a powerful punch with:

7 iconic Minifigures straight from the Marvel™ cinematic universe: Okoye, Doctor Strange™, Captain America™, Spider-Man™, Wong, Iron Man™, and Black Widow™.

Beloved characters and mini-builds and accessories inspired by the epic Marvel™ films.

Build a Quinjet, take flight with a jetpack, gear up with an ice hockey kit, and even confront the formidable Hydra Train.

Aimed at young superheroes aged 7 and over, this Marvel Avengers™ Advent Calendar Set delivers 24 days of surprise treats, igniting imaginative play and excitement.

Kids can combine different elements to create their very own Marvel™ tales and epic showdowns, ensuring that the fun lasts for months beyond the holiday season.

  1. LEGO® City Advent Calendar Set 2023 (60381) £19.99

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This delightful calendar is designed to let kids count down to Christmas with a dash of LEGO® brick magic.

Inside, they'll discover familiar festive characters, seasonal mini-builds, and an array of accessories that add a touch of festive cheer to the holiday season.

Take a look at what’s included:

Winter wonderland playmat is the perfect backdrop for creating holiday-themed LEGO® brick-based stories and scenarios.

The LEGO® City Advent Calendar set box itself is a generous size, measuring over 26 cm (10 in.) high, 38 cm (15 in.) wide, and 7 cm (2.5 in.) deep.

Perfect for fans of building LEGO® sets aged 5 and over.

Each surprise in the LEGO® City Advent Calendar set comes with an easy-to-follow building guide, printed on the inside of each calendar window.

These colourful miniature builds and fun characters are designed to ignite creative role-play, making the holiday season even more magical.

Where to Buy and Availability

You can purchase LEGO® advent calendar sets from a variety of places, including:

The LEGO Group's Official Website: The LEGO Group typically releases their advent calendar sets on their official website and in LEGO® Retail Stores. They often become available in early to mid-September.

Toy Retailers: Major toy retailers such as Argos, and Smyths Toys alongside many others usually stock LEGO® advent calendar sets as part of their holiday offerings. These calendars are often available from September or October onwards.

Online Marketplaces: You can also find LEGO® advent calendar sets on popular online marketplaces like Amazon, and eBay. No one wants to waste money on a fake, so be wary when purchasing from third-party sellers.

Second hand: Whether you're hunting for a vintage calendar or hoping to snag a discontinued edition at a bargain, exploring the second-hand market can be a rewarding way to add to your collection. Explore platforms like Vinted, Depop, and other online sellers!

The LEGO Group Certified Stores: If you have a store in your area, they are likely to carry LEGO® advent calendar sets. Remember to check for availability and release dates, so you can be the first to bag your festive favourites!

LEGO® advent calendar sets are like the holiday goodies that disappear faster than you can say "ho, ho, ho!" They are highly sought after, so don't wait to grab them once they hit the shelves. And the best part, the LEGO Group often sprinkle discounts throughout the holiday season, so keep your eyes peeled.

Looking for a simple way to earn cash for an advent calendar purchase? Look no further! WeBuyBricks provides competitive prices for your unused LEGO® sets.

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