October is well underway and there's a chill in the air which means spooky season has officially begun. Now's the time when jack-o-lanterns line front stoops and skeletons are propped on every other lawn on the block.
Whether you're most excited about this year's costume, giving out candy to trick-or-treaters or just looking forward to a scary movie marathon at home, you can now take the countdown to Oct. 31 quite literally thanks to Halloween-inspired Advent calendars. We found options for everyone from the little ones who need not-so-spooky picks to adults who love horror (and everyone in between).
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Halloween Advent calendars for kids
Haunted House Countdown Calendar
Behind each door, they'll find a Halloween-themed joke. They'll look forward to starting off each day with the fit of giggles each joke is sure to illicit.
Peanuts Countdown to Halloween
"It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" is a fall time and Halloween classic. This countdown calendar celebrates that story and others within the Peanuts universe by unveiling a new story each day in October leading up to the beloved holiday.
Disney Villains: 13 Frights of Halloween
Forget Cinderella and Ariel! Instead, count down to Halloween with Ursula and Maleficent in this villainous 13-day calendar. Open envelopes that contain spooky relics relating to each infamous Disney character, such as evil cards from Dr. Facilier’s deck from “The Princess and the Frog.”
Box Lunch “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Hanging Halloween Countdown Calendar
Fans of this Disney classic will enjoy the little nods made to the film on this countdown calendar that doubles as décor for the season. Move the included bat down the calendar according to how many days are left or count up according to the date.
Williams Sonoma Halloween Countdown Calendar
There's a treat lurking for them behind each of the 13 doors on this countdown calendar. Inside, they'll find everything from gummy and traditional candy corn (a classic) to skull and pumpkin mini lollipops.
Pottery Barn Kids Ghostly Countdown Calendar
This customizable felt calendar comes with 31 pockets, perfect for storing sweet treats for your littlest boos to discover each day. Decorated with ghosts, bats and stars, the lead-up to Halloween has never been sweeter.
Halloween Advent Calendars for teenagers and adults
"Harry Potter" Dark Arts: Countdown to Halloween
Ditch your muggle title for 13 days of surprises with this “Harry Potter”-themed calendar. Within each pocket are behind-the-scenes gifts, “magical keepsakes” and fun facts about the series that will have you jumping for joy higher than a chocolate frog.
Funko Pop! 13-Day Horror Advent Calendar
Fans of horror movies and Funk Pop! won't be able to contain their excitement for this Advent calendar. Behind each door, they'll find figurines from iconic horror franchises like "Annabelle," "It" and more.
Funko Pop! 13-Day Spooky Halloween Countdown Calendar
Hype yourself up for the horror-filled holiday with the characters that make it so. Each door reveals figurines of characters like Jack from "The Shining" and Freddy Krueger.
Decorative Halloween Advent and countdown calendars
Michaels Countdown to Halloween Tabletop Décor
Move the spider according to the current date, or countdown to Halloween with this simple tracker that comes in the shape of a coffin. It’s an easy way to get the little ones involved and excited for the holiday.
Calendar Bags Halloween Countdown
Add a little creativity and a personal touch to your Halloween decor with these canvas tote pouches from Etsy. Sneak a dollar aisle knick-knack inside or stuff them to the brim with candy. Turn one (or all!) of the bags into a scavenger hunt for children to look forward to.
Etsy Wooden Halloween Countdown
With black, curly wooden numbers to signify how many days there are until Halloween, this wooden countdown board from Etsy can serve as a kitschy decor piece as well. A witch’s shoes serve as a stand for the board, adding to the thought and detail put into this piece.
Pottery Barn Kids Felted 3D Ghost Advent Calendar
This adorable Advent calendar proves to be the least spookiest option on this list, making it perfect for little ones. Stick small candies in each numbered pocket or move the included felt spider to countdown the days until it’s time to trick-or-treat.
Pottery Barn Scary Squad Halloween Countdown Calendar
This more traditional advent calendar has 31 days worth of treats behind each flap, decorated with ghosts dressed up for the holiday. It has a series of lights embedded within for a bit of added whimsy.
Pottery Barn Haunted House Countdown Calendar
This larger Advent calendar is perfect for housing larger goodies that allow you to get creative with the treats you put inside. The drawers are various sizes so you can put things like individually-wrapped treats in some cubbies and individual candy corn pieces in others.
