Unwrap these Advent Calendar gift sets this holiday season

Christmas in the Philippines is famously long and festive. Parols light up the streets, carols echo in malls, and countdowns begin months before December. One tradition that captures this anticipation worldwide is the Advent calendar.

First created in 19th‑century Germany, families marked each day of Advent with chalk lines or devotional images. In 1908, Gerhard Lang commercialized the idea, producing the first printed calendar with 24 windows to open before Christmas.

Today, Advent calendars have evolved into a marketing powerhouse. Global brands—from coffee makers to skincare labels—fill them with daily surprises, turning the countdown into a ritual of engagement and delight. In the Philippines, they fit naturally with our tingi culture and love for extended celebrations, offering bite‑sized joy that lasts all season.

Not to mention that we’ve also grown obsessed with blind boxes and little trinkets.

So, whether you’re looking for an Advent calendar for yourself or someone special, we made a list that can help you find one to make your Christmas even more festive.

For coffee lovers

Warm your Christmas mornings with this Nespresso Advent Calendar. This bundle contains 23 coffee pods, plus a festive cup. This is available in boutiques, pop‑ups, and their official online store and app.

🛒 Brew festive cups of coffee with this set

For the self-care girlies

The Body Shop Advent Calendar has 24 different skincare and body products – a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves pampering.

🛒 Pamper you or your loved ones with this set

For home cooks

Elevate everyday meals with curated ulam favorites with this Delimondo Advent Calendar. This contains various samplers of Delimondo favorites and some meals we’re sure you’ve yet to try.

🛒 Buy this bundle from Delimondo

For makeup girlies

This affordable Ryx Advent Calendar contains sets from their bestsellers to new launches, a great opportunity to start experimenting with your holiday look.

🛒 Try this makeup set

For those with a sweet tooth

The Auro Chocolate Advent Calendar features 24 premium treats, including single-origin cacao and Filipino-inspired flavors like Ube Coco and Calamansi.

🛒 Taste these award-winning Filipino-made chocolates

For the creative kid (or kids at heart)

Gifting a creative kid or maybe someone who is a kid at heart? Have them unwrap a Play-Doh mini can and accessory a day with this set! This keeps the countdown screen-free and fun.

🛒 Get the creativity juices flowing

The Advent calendar turns the wait for Christmas into a month-long ritual of joy. In a country that celebrates the season longer than anywhere else, it’s a tradition that feels tailor-made for Filipinos. – Rappler.com

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This piece was co-written with BrandRap intern Elisse Dizon. Elisse is passionate about leadership, brand journalism, and community engagement. She aspires to be a journalist, and thus she actively contributes to initiatives focused on combating fake news. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration at the University of the Philippines Diliman.