Although Advent calendars have become hot-ticket items, they still reflect their ancient Christian meaning, writes Matthew Robert Anderson.

The 19th day of the annual Space Telescope Advent Calendar shows a distinctive galaxy, featuring a vast “brim” made of dark ...

To celebrate the holidays, Adopt Me! is running an in-game Advent Calendar. Each day, you can log in for a reward, all the ...

Coronation Street stars Jack P Shepherd and Ben Price have exposed drama on set, after a well-intentioned Christmas gift led ...

Coronation Street actor Jack P Shepherd, best known as David Platt in the soap, and co-star Ben Price, who plays Nick Tilsley ...

It’s a pure joy making your own calendar. It’s not just about the result—it’s the glitter-covered chaos, the giggles when ...

From pet-friendly advent calendar picks to foodie favorites, these unexpected countdowns from LEGO, Petco, OPI, and more are already stealing the spotlight.

What's a better way to count down the days until Christmas than with ... pickles? Advent calendars are a popular way to count down to Christmas, with a surprise each day. More traditional Advent ...

We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. Remember the SNL “Christmas Morning” sketch—the one where the whole family unwraps a bounty of perfect gifts ...

Being a nerd is a year-round commitment. That includes how we keep time during the most wonderful time of the year. While some people count down the days to Christmas with traditional advent calendars ...

A glass of whiskey, surrounded by Christmas decorations, gift boxes and candles. Whiskey Advent calendars have soared in popularity and offer a curated introduction to whiskeys from around the world.

Why settle for tiny pieces of chocolate when you could unwrap a Pokémon card, a Funko Pop or a Star Wars LEGO ship instead? Advent calendars have gone full geek mode, with options for fans of movies, ...