Every winter, children and adults from myriad cultures celebrate the Germanic tradition of the advent calendar—reveling in its myriad doors and pockets with eager anticipation of the surprises they ...

The countdown to Christmas is one of the most magical parts of the holiday season, and advent calendars make it even more special. But if you don’t know already, store-bought calendars can be pricey, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As soon as December hits, the official (and long awaited) countdown to Christmas begins. So, make the ...

Are you beyond pumped for Christmas? When Dec. 1 hits, you can finally feel as though it's socially acceptable to count down — because let's be honest, you've secretly been waiting for months. The ...

There is always so much excitement and anticipation leading up to Christmas. Help your kids count down the days with this easy DIY advent calendar that is full of sweet surprises! This advent calendar ...

An Advent calendar has a way of turning December into pure magic. Each little surprise adds a spark of excitement to even the busiest mornings. For kids, it’s like a daily dose of holiday wonder; for ...

Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. First of all, forget what you know about the ...

Are you looking for a simple Do It Yourself Advent Calendar that doesn’t cost a lot of money to make? This idea is fairly popular and I’m sharing all the details for our own DIY Advent Calendar. The ...