Fill your DIY advent calendar with exciting non-candy surprises that spark joy every day of December!
These creative fillers provide daily doses of fun, learning, and holiday excitement for kids of all ages.
15 Non-Candy Advent Calendar Filler Ideas
From fidget toys to building sets, these non-candy options create memorable countdown moments that kids will love discovering each morning.
1. Christmas Mochi Squishy Toys 24-Pack
Add festive fun with 24 mini squishies featuring snowmen, candy canes, and Santa designs!
Made from non-toxic TPR material that's soft and easy to clean.
Perfect stress relief toys that stimulate creativity through squishing.
Buy this Christmas Mochi Squishy Toys on Amazon.
2. Christmas Make-a-Face Stickers 24 Pieces
Create silly faces on Christmas elves, Santa, snowmen, and penguins!
Each sheet features 3 designs of eyes, mouths, and eyebrows.
Reusable high-quality paper stickers encourage creativity and teamwork.
Buy this Christmas Make-a-Face Stickers on Amazon.
3. Mini Christmas Activity Books 24-Pack
Exercise thinking and creativity with 24 mini books featuring mazes, coloring, and puzzles!
Includes 24 stacking crayons for complete fun.
Compact size perfect for little hands.
Buy this Mini Christmas Activity Books on Amazon.
4. Fluffy Plush Kids Keychains 24 Pieces
Delight kids with 24 adorable fluffy plush keychains in 4 different sizes!
Perfect for decorating school backpacks.
Makes excellent rewards and classroom prizes.
Buy this Fluffy Plush Keychains on Amazon.
5. Butter Slime Kit 24-Pack Two-Toned Containers
Squeeze and twist super soft non-sticky butter slime in dual-color containers!
Cultivates hands-on ability while relieving stress.
ASTM and CPC certified safe.
Buy this Butter Slime Kit on Amazon.
6. Mini Christmas Resin Ornaments 24 Pieces
Decorate with miniature ornaments featuring Santa, snowmen, and reindeer!
Made from high-quality polymer resin that's reusable and durable.
Easy to hang throughout the home.
Buy this Mini Christmas Ornaments on Amazon.
7. Play-Doh Ultimate Color Collection 65-Pack
Create with 65 small 1-ounce cans featuring 60 different colors!
Includes classic rainbow plus Sparkle, Confetti, and Color Burst.
See-through resealable cans store for repeated play.
Buy this Play-Doh Color Collection on Amazon.
8. Fidget Toys Sensory Pack
Keep hands busy with stress balls, liquid timers, and squishy toys!
Suitable for stress relief and sensory stimulation.
Perfect for classroom prizes and party favors.
Buy this Fidget Toys Pack on Amazon.
9. Air Dry Clay 24 Colors with Tutorial Book
Enhance creativity with 24 colors of soft modeling clay!
Includes 72-page tutorial book with over 50 shapes and animals.
No-mess formula with sealed storage bags.
Buy this Air Dry Clay Set on Amazon.
10. Shoe Charms 44-Piece Animal Collection
Personalize shoes with 44 PVC animal-shaped charms!
Easy to install and remove when desired.
Cool designs make delightful decorative accessories.
Buy this Shoe Charms Collection on Amazon.
11. Pull Back Cars 28-Pack Mini Vehicles
Race with 28 pull-back cars featuring smooth rounded edges!
No batteries needed for pull-back-and-go fun.
Portable 2.7-inch size fits in pockets.
Buy this Pull Back Cars Set on Amazon.
12. Insect Building Sets 24-Pack
Build 24 different mini insects including dragonflies, bees, and butterflies!
Each pack includes insect introduction and assembly instructions.
Vibrant designs spark curiosity about nature.
Buy this Insect Building Sets on Amazon.
13. Magnetic Puzzle Books 24-Pack
Solve magnetic puzzles in 8 themes including dinosaurs, princesses, and space!
Book-style design keeps pieces secure with no mess.
Perfect for quiet play time.
Buy this Magnetic Puzzle Books on Amazon.
14. Marine Animals Building Set 24-Pack
Construct 24 mini sea creatures including sharks, dolphins, and whales!
Each pack comes with instruction booklet.
Detailed 3D designs teach about marine life.
Buy this Marine Animals Building Set on Amazon.
15. Christmas Toys Assortment 250 Pieces
Unwrap 20 different toy types including fidget poppers, bracelets, and squishies!
All toys feature Christmas patterns like trees and snowmen.
Beautifully designed gift box perfect for sharing.
Buy this Christmas Toys Assortment on Amazon.
Final Thoughts on Non-Candy Advent Calendar Fillers for Kids
These non-candy advent calendar fillers transform December into daily surprises that inspire creativity and joy.
From fidget toys to building sets, each item provides screen-free entertainment. Perfect for DIY advent calendars that deliver excitement beyond chocolate treats.
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