Vegan & Dairy-Free Chocolate Advent Calendars Guide: 2026 Roundup

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Assortment of dairy-free chocolate Advent calendars from Moo Free and other vegan-friendly brands displayed against a pink holiday background

Looking for vegan Advent calendars in 2026? Whether you’re craving classic dairy-free chocolate or gourmet truffles, I’ve rounded up the vegan and dairy-free Advent calendars available to U.S. shoppers this holiday season!

My first vegan Advent calendar came from overseas many years ago. I am happy to report that as of 2026 there are not only U.S. shops that stock various UK Advent calendars, but U.S- based brands who are making them as well.

This guide includes vegan chocolate Advent calendars (and some gummies). Sure, there are plenty of other vegan-friendly Advent calendars around such as makeup and skincare, food and beverages, toys and accessories. However this guide is for those looking to experience or share the nostalgia of chocolate Advent calendars, without dairy or cruelty involved.

What’s in This Guide?

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2026 Vegan Advent Calendars on Amazon

What Even Is an Advent Calendar and Why Does it Exist?

Advent calendars are a seasonal tradition that many of us participate in regardless of religious affiliation or consideration for its origin. Heck, they even have Hannukah calendars now!

Advent Calendars are just that, a calendar that leads up to “Advent,” the 4 week season associated with coming of Christ. The term “Advent” comes from the Latin word “adventus” which translates to “arrival”. Traditionally, Advent begins on the Sunday closest to the feast day of St. Andrew the Apostle (Nov. 30) and lasts for the next three Sundays.1 However, modern tradition has moved the start of Advent Calendars to December 1st, to align with Christmas.

The first printed Advent calendar was made in Germany in 1908, and by the 1950’s was popularized in America thanks to President Eisenhower and his grandchildren who were photographed with the calendar.2

Advent Calendars are often made of paper and plastic, with numbered doors that have a singular candy waiting on the other side. In recent years they have expanded to include all sorts of food and non-food items ranging from hot sauce and tea bags, to makeup, and toys.

What is the Difference Between a 12 and 24 Day Advent Calendar?

24-Day Advent Calendar – BEFORE Christmas

A 24-Day Advent calendar is intended for daily use for the lead up to Christmas. Beginning on December 1st and ending on Christmas Eve (or day).

12-Day Advent Calendar – AFTER Christmas

A 12-Day Advent calendar is intended to begin on Christmas Day. The “12 Days of Christmas” that the song is about, actually STARTS on Christmas Day and carries through January 5th. So 12-day calendars are the Christmas gift that keeps on giving, literally!

Why? The 12 Days of Christmas or “Christmastide” are a festive religious season celebrating the nativity of Jesus. Each day represents the time it took for the three wise men or kings to visit the baby and offer gifts.3

Affordable Vegan Advent Calendar Options?

I am still waiting for the day I find vegan Advent calendars that are priced comparably to the traditional ones. Specialty items like these are where people get the idea that “vegan is more expensive.” In reality, a vegan diet is more affordable than the standard American diet, but specialty products, like seasonal holiday treats that people can live without, are where the price point increases.

That being said, overseas vegan Advent calendars can be found at a similar price point to non-vegan. However, shipping them to the U.S. makes them significantly more expensive. I’ve limited my Advent calendar guide to U.S.-based brands or imported versions that don’t triple in price once shipped. The range of prices in this guide is between $17-$94, with the lower end representing traditional-style Advent calendars, and the higher end representing premium versions with things like truffles.

*Please note that all prices reflected are as of November 12th, 2026

DIY or Reuse!

One of the most affordable and eco-friendly ways to celebrate is to create, repurpose, or reuse something you already have and make your own custom Advent calendar. Then you can buy your own vegan treats to fill it! I have seen others even purchase small trinkets second-hand instead of solely using candy.

If you’re looking to start fresh, search for a hanging pocket Advent calendar or wooden drawer calendar that comes pre-decorated or ready to customize, and reuse it year after year. You can also DIY your own Advent calendar with envelopes, paper bags, or stacked paper tubes covered with tissue paper (think punch and grab!). You can find more ideas on Pinterest!

Vegan Advent Calendars: U.S.-Based Brands & Stores

*Please note that all prices reflected are as of November 12th, 2026

No Whey! Foods – New Jersey

No Whey! is a candy and treat brand that is vegan, kosher, and free from the top 9 major U.S. food allergens.

No Whey! Vegan Advent Calendars:

No Whey! Foods Vegan Milkless Advent Calendar – traditional style with shaped chocolate pieces behind each window

NEW The Pure Bliss Collection Premium Advent Calendar Includes:

  • 4 Eggnog Truffles
  • 4 Mint Coins filled with our signature Mint Patty Cream
  • 4 Mint Truffles
  • 8 Special Edition Christmas Smooches
  • 4 Limited Edition PeaNOT Presents filled with our signature Sunflower Butter Cream
  • 4 decadent Fudge Truffles

Where to buy?

You can purchase No Whey Advent Calendars on Amazon or from nowheychocolate.com for shipping.

No Whey! Foods Milkless vegan chocolate Advent calendar with numbered holiday stockings
No Whey! Pure Bliss Collection premium chocolate Advent calendar with red and gold holiday packaging

Chococo – New York

Chococo is a UK founded brand that has a US online shop and physical storefronts in New York. Chococo is 100% plastic-free, sustainable, and ethical, slave-free chocolate.

Chococo’s Vegan Advent Calendar was named as “Best New Vegan Calendar for 2025” by Vegan Food & Living and “Best Vegan Chocolate Advent Calendar 2025” by The Telegraph.

Chococo Vegan Advent Calendar:

Chococo Plant-based Advent Calendar – an assortment of dark and oat milk chocolates including:

  • NEW Champagne Truffle
  • NEW Magic Mocha
  • NEW Cheeky Cherry
  • NEW Date Night
  • NEW Midnight Orange
  • NEW Pecan & Maple
  • Chilli Con Choc
  • Chai Spiced Gem
  • Spiced Rum Gem
  • Tawny Port & Fig
  • Panela Panache Truffle
  • Moreish Marzipan
  • Glorious Ginger
  • Elegant Earl Grey Tea

Where to buy?

The Chococo Vegan Advent Calendar can be purchased directly from their website at chococo.nyc or from online store feastyvegan.com for shipping.

Chococo plant-based chocolate Advent calendar with green and blue geometric artwork

Dallmann Confections – California

At Dallmann Confections, every chocolate tells a story. Led by Isabella Knack, a third-generation chocolatier, Dallmann Confections blends rich Austrian heritage with bold, modern flavors. 

Not all varieties are vegan-friendly but the Advent calendar is.

Dallmann Confections Vegan Advent Calendar ($85):

Dallmann Confections Countdown to Christmas Calendar includes chocolates filled with the following flavors:

  • Candy Cane Peppermint Patty
  • Sugar Cookie
  • Gingerbread House
  • Christmas Morning Cinnamon Roll
  • Holiday Eggnog
  • Warm Apple Strudel
  • Stocking Chocolate Orange
  • Coconut Snowball Cookie
  • Christmas Market Candied Almond
  • Raspberry Linzer Cookie
  • Hot Cocoa & Marshmallow
  • Christmas Toffee Crunch

Where to buy?

You can purchase Dallmann Confections Vegan Advent Calendar on their website here. (Buy 1, Get 1 at 25% Off)

Dallmann Confections Countdown to Christmas vegan chocolate Advent calendar featuring winter woodland animals

Missionary Chocolates – Oregon

Missionary Chocolates was founded in 2008 by Melissa Berry, a Naturopathic Physician. All truffles are dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free & soy-free.

Missionary Chocolates Vegan Advent Calendars ($80):

Assorted Mixed Red Box – An assorted selection of delicious seasonal & standard flavors — no alcohol-based truffles.

Holiday Cocktail Blue Box – An indulgent mix of our 5 seasonal cocktail-inspired truffles:

  • Pinot Noir Red Wine
  • Dark Rum
  • Cherry Manhattan
  • Whiskey Ginger
  • Bourbon Whiskey

Where to buy?

You can order Missionary Chocolates Advent Calendars from their website here for shipping.

Red Missionary Chocolates Advent calendar with numbered illustrated doors and decorative bows
Blue Missionary Chocolates Advent calendar with numbered illustrated doors and decorative bows

Hotel Chocolat – US Online Store

Hotel Chocolat was founded in the UK in 2004. They make luxury chocolate with a commitment to sustainability.

Hotel Chocolat Vegan Advent Calendars:

Hotel Chocolat Unbelievably Vegan Advent Calendar – Nutmilk chocolate

Hotel Chocolat Dark Chocolate Advent Calendar – 70% cacao dark chocolate

Where to buy?

Hotel Chocolat Advent Calendars can be ordered for shipping from Amazon and their website us.hotelchocolat.com

Vegan Nutmilk Hotel Chocolat Advent calendar opened to reveal individually wrapped chocolates
Vegan Dark Chocolate Hotel Chocolat Advent calendar opened to reveal individually wrapped chocolates

Divine Chocolate – Washington D.C.

Divine Chocolate is ethically-sourced and Fairtrade certified. They are also co-owned by their cocoa farmers in Ghana.

Not all varieties are vegan-friendly but the dark chocolate Advent calendar is.

Divine Dark Chocolate Advent Calendar:

Where to buy?

Divine Chocolate Vegan Advent Calendars available on Amazon or divinechocolateusa.com for shipping. I am usually able to find this at World Market in-store, but their inventory goes quickly!

Black Divine dark chocolate Advent calendars featuring colorful holiday illustrations
Gold Divine dark chocolate Advent calendars featuring colorful holiday illustrations

Vermont Nut Free Chocolates – Vermont

Vermont Nut Free Chocolates was founded by the mother of a little boy with a life-threatening peanut allergy. They were the first confectionary company to operate a peanut and tree nut free facility on purpose, beginning in 1998. Vermont Nut Free Chocolates are peanut free, tree nut free, coconut free, sesame free, egg free.

Not all varieties are vegan-friendly but the dark chocolate Advent calendar is.

Vermont Nut Free Chocolates Dark Chocolate Advent Calendar:

Where to buy?

You can find Vermont Nut Free Chocolate Calendars Amazon and their website here.

Please note that Advent calendars must be ordered no later than 11/24 for guaranteed delivery before 12/1 (for shipping destinations within the U.S.). 

Vermont Nut Free Chocolates Dark Chocolate Advent calendar with numbered illustrated doors

Vegan Advent Calendars: Imported

A NOTE ON IMPORTED CALENDARS: There are many vegan Advent calendars available in other countries but the price substantially increases due to international shipping. For this reason I’ve limited the imported options to trusted retail sites who do not include additional shipping.

Some of the international brands I found but did not include full details on are:

If there is a calendar you think I should add, please let me know!

*Please note that all prices reflected are as of November 12th, 2026

George Costanza saying that Art Vandelay is an importer-exporter

Moo Free – United Kingdom

Moo Free has been making Christmas more inclusive since 2010, when they became the first UK company to create a dairy-free “milk” chocolate Advent Calendar. Moo Free Calendars also come in white chocolate as of 2020, and all candy is Rainforest Alliance Certified, as well as dairy free, gluten free, nut free, soya free and 100% vegan.

Moo Free Vegan Milk Chocolate Advent Calendars:

Moo Free Vegan White Chocolate Advent Calendars:

Where to buy?

Moo Free Vegan Advent Calendars available on Amazon or Walmart for shipping in the US.

Assortment of Moo Free dairy-free chocolate Advent calendars in milk-style and white chocolate varieties
Assortment of Moo Free dairy-free chocolate Advent calendars in milk-style and white chocolate varieties
Assortment of Moo Free dairy-free chocolate Advent calendars in milk-style and white chocolate varieties
Assortment of Moo Free dairy-free chocolate Advent calendars in milk-style and white chocolate varieties
Assortment of Moo Free dairy-free chocolate Advent calendars in milk-style and white chocolate varieties

McGuire Chocolate Company – Canada

McGuire Chocolate is a bean-to-bar chocolate maker using ethically traded chocolate. Their truffles are hand-painted with naturally colored cocoa butters. McGuire promises you will never find lecithin, flavorings, or ingredients you can’t pronounce in their chocolate, and the truffles are also gluten and soy free.

McGuire Chocolate Company Vegan Advent Calendar ($94 + Free Shipping):

McGuire Chocolate Company’s Vegan Advent Calendar – featuring handcrafted bonbons and mini bars made from bean-to-bar chocolate.

Where to buy?

You can order the McGuire Chocolate Company Advent Calendar directly from their website for shipping. (FREE International Shipping)

Volume Discount: For every additional calendar you buy, the price per calendar is reduced by $5 (up to four calendars). All calendars must be shipped together to the same address. Example: A family of four pays $80 for a standard calendar – a total savings of $60 – and everyone gets their own! Please Note: products ordered with the advent calendar will be shipped at the same time as the calendar.

McGuire Chocolate Company vegan Advent calendar in dark packaging with an illustrated Christmas tree

Noteworthy Vegan 12-Day Candy Advent Calendars

*Please note that all prices reflected are as of November 12th, 2026

YumEarth – 12-Day Advent Calendar

YumEarth was created by families for families and offers a variety of organic, allergy friendly sweets. YumEarth products are free from: eggs, fish, gluten, dairy, peanuts, shellfish, soy, tree nuts and sesame.

YumEarth Holiday Organic 12-Day Advent Calendar includes ($23.41):

Where to buy?

The YumEarth 12-Day Advent Calendar is available on Amazon. It does not appear to have been replenished on YumEarth’s website, so it may not be returning once it runs out at other retailers.

YumEarth 12-day holiday candy Advent calendar with green packaging and illustrated numbered doors

Missionary Chocolates – 12-Day Advent Calendar

You can learn more about Missionary Chocolates above.

Missionary Chocolates 16 Pc. 12-Day Advent Calendar ($20) – featuring fun holiday-themed solid chocolate pieces, each day reveals a different shape sure to delight

Where to buy?

You can order Missionary Chocolates Advent Calendars from their website here for shipping.

Missionary Chocolates 12-day Advent calendar with numbered illustrated doors and decorative bows

Did I miss an Advent calendar you think I should add? Let me know in the comments!

Sources:

  1. https://www.npr.org/2022/12/11/1141855237/advent-calendar-history-evolution ↩︎
  2. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/advent-is-a-season-of-candlelight-reflection-and-expectation ↩︎
  3. https://www.almanac.com/what-are-12-days-christmas ↩︎

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