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The best advent calendars for runners to shop for Christmas 2025
It's time to get your festive countdown on...🎄
Yes, yes, we know it's only September, but when it comes to advent calendars you want to get ahead of the game. That's because these days, advent calendars come stuffed with everything from running socks to shots of caffeine to get you out the door, and even protein bars to keep you fuelled between training sessions. And we have to admit: we're here for it.
So, if you're looking for something a little fitness-focussed this festive season, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve collated our pick of the best advent calendars for runners below, whether you're shopping for yourself or a loved one. We'll also be updating this page as more of our faves go on sale.
The best advent calendars for runners 2025
On sale: Now
Price: £42.00
Value: £70+
The ultimate Christmas countdown for runners, this jam-packed calendar from Bimble and Bolt sells out every year and contains over £70 worth of running goodies, from socks to energy gels, and hydration essentials to tasty snacks. Each day brings a new surprise to support your training and fuel festive runs, whether you’re braving frosty mornings or logging long marathon build-up miles.
Available: Pre-order now (shipping from 29 September)
Price: £68.99
Christmas is the season of giving — and gains, apparently, if Myprotein's advent calendar, which is back for another year, is anything to go by. Behind every door, you’ll find a festive essential; whether it’s a protein-packed snack, a science-based boost, or a seasonal surprise to keep your kit game strong. You'll also find limited edition festive flavours like the Yule Log and Gingerbread Layered Bar or Winter Berry Clear Whey.
Available: Early bird 10th September to Tuesday 21st October, and then on sale until sell out.
Price: £34.95 early bird, £44.95 from 21 October
Sometimes you just need a shot of caffeine to even get into your running gear, and sometimes you need it to perform at your best. Either way, this is a lovely, compactly made calendar of great quality ethically-sourced coffee. There's 25 different sachets, sourced from five countries across three continents, from light, fruity roasts from Africa to luxury roasts from South America. Choose from the ground coffee calendar or the whole bean version to grind yourself.
On sale: Now
Price: £40
Another one for coffee lovers, the Rise Coffee Countdown Calendar offers 24 carefully curated specialty coffees from around the world, each in a 17g pouch – just right for 1–2 cups a day. From Ethiopia to Colombia, enjoy tasting notes of bold chocolate and nuts to bright, juicy fruit. Each coffee is ground medium-coarse, making it perfect for cafetières, pour-overs or AeroPress. Plus, scan the QR code each day to discover tasting notes and stories behind the beans – a daily ritual to savour throughout December.
Bird & Blend Tea Co Tea Advent Calendar 2025
Available: Now
Price: £39.50
More into your tea than your coffee? Bird and Blend Tea Co's advent calendar features 24 unique, tea blends. Each bag is 100% plastic free and recyclable, the teas are hand blended and you get two bags per door — that's two cuppas per day! Even better, Bird and Blend will plant a tree for every calendar purchased.
Plus, you can choose between a regular or caffeine-free calendar.
Available: Now
Price: £55.00
Value: £80
Matcha fans, fear not, there's something for you as well, because this year Bird and Blend have gone and created their very own matcha advent calendar. Yes, really. Like the brand's tea calendar (above) it features 24 delicious matcha flavours, with two tea bags per door.
Available: Now
Price: £205
It’s important for everyone to spend time unwinding over the busy festive period – especially if you're still out there pounding the pavements. Lush’s Advent Calendar is packed with 25 hand-picked vegan products, from all-year-round favourites to festive exclusives you won’t find anywhere else. Expect indulgent treats like the Star of Wonder bath bomb, Golden Delight bubble bar and a Christmas Eve scented candle, alongside skincare heroes such as Dream Cream body lotion. It’s the ultimate countdown to Christmas for anyone in need of some restorative self-care.
Available: Now
Price: £29.95
Another one for the coffee lovers, Grind's calendar contains 25 days of home-compostable, Nespresso® compatible pods, each a unique blend of the company's speciality-grade coffee: from signature House Blend to Extra Dark Blend and even Pumpkin Spice Blend. Plus, you get a bonus pod for the 25th, with two of the brand's limited edition Christmas Blend pods.
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