With the start of December only weeks away, it’s time to get your hands on one of the best Advent calendars for horses before they sell out. Everyone loves the Christmas countdown and what better way to do this than treating your horse to his very own Advent calendar. You might also be interested in a luxurious equestrian-themed Advent calendar or a horsey Advent calendar for children if you’re starting Christmas shopping, too.
We’ve rounded up a real range of Advent calendars – and we’ve even included a few fill-your-own that can be used year after year. Whatever you choose, we think the happiness they bring every morning or evening is worth every penny.
Best Advent calendars for horses
Stud Muffins Advent Calendar
You can be sure your horse will look forward to his daily treat with this Advent calendar.
Lincoln Thelwell Christmas Ride Advent Calendar
Always a favourite, this Thelwell calendar features a classic festive Norman Thelwell sketch. Behind each door is a Thelwell Ponio carrot chip cookie.
Crunchits Charity Advent Calendar
Filled with tasty low sugar treats for your horse to enjoy. With all net proceeds going to Redwings Horse Sanctuary and international charity, Brooke, this Advent calendar is the perfect way to please your pony while supporting both charity’s work to help horses and donkeys in need.
Maxima Mix ‘N’ Munch Advent Calendar
The calendar contains natural horse treats with no molasses, soya or artificial flavours and colourings. There are two treats behind each door in four limited edition flavours that are not usually available in the UK – kiwi, wild fruit, apricot/peach and beetroot.
Likit Rainbow Snacks Horse Treat Advent Calendar
The perfect way to reward your pony in the run up to Christmas. Behind each door hides a delicious handful of low-sugar treats in a variety of flavours – apple, mint, strawberry and banana.
Personalised Pets Christmas Tree Advent Calendar
This tree has 24 little pouches with horse heads printed on them, which can come empty or treat-filled – it’s up to you!
Lincoln Naughty or Nice Advent Calendar
This fun Advent calendar from Lincoln has 24 individual opening windows, each containing delicious mince pie flavoured treats your horse is going to love!
Little Rider Pony Treat Advent Calendar
Perfect for pony-mad kids and adults alike, this calendar contains two tasty treats behind each door.
Kramer Advent Calendar for Horses
A beautiful, festive Advent calendar for your horse. The 24 doors are filled with our Original Landmühle treats, including apple cinnamon stars, banana hearts and raspberry drops.
Effol Advent Calendar
This calendar is packed full of gifts for horse and rider from Effol, Effax and Hey Sport. This year, in addition to new and popular products from Effol and Effax, it also features practical trial size products from the popular detergent brand Hey Sport.
Best horse Advent calendars for children
Playmobil Christmas Baking at the Rider Café Advent Calendar
With animals to care for, festive accessories, and a heartwarming atmosphere, this detailed 81 piece Playmobil playset promises endless storytelling joy.
Breyer Horse & Unicorn Friends Advent Calendar
Open one of the 24 numbered doors each day leading up to Christmas to reveal a surprise Mini Whinnies horse, unicorn, or accessory. A countdown and an engaging gift encouraging year-round play, all in one! Includes: 7 unicorns, 6 horses, 2 riders and an assortment of accessories.
Personalised Unicorn Christmas Advent Calendar
Fill the pockets of this personalised Advent calendar every year.
Schleich Horse Club 2025 Advent Calendar
A must-have calendar for a pony-mad child. They can enjoy 31 days of surprises and horse-themed fun. Each day brings something special—from horses and foals to bales of hay, feed buckets, grooming tools, and stable equipment—perfect for building out their farm and caring for horses throughout the holidays.
Thelwell Showjumping Santa Advent Calendar
This Advent calendar is a delight for adults and children with its lovely cover and stickers featuring illustrations from the much-loved cartoonist Norman Thelwell. Open a door every day in December and find a beautiful Christmas sticker!
Playmobil Christmas Sleigh Ride Advent Calendar
This Advent calendar has figures, horses, animals and accessories behind every door. It has 68 pieces in total, which is plenty for a fun play scene.
Craze Galupy Unicorn Advent Calendar
Perfect for a unicorn-lover, this Advent calendar is filled with unicorn figures and accessories.
Horse Advent Calendar
This Horse Advent Calendar for 2025 features 24 distinct horse ornaments that offer a daily surprise throughout December. Each day reveals a new design, from elegant Friesians to spirited Mustangs, creating an exciting countdown to Christmas.
You might also like:
The best luxury equestrian Advent calendars available for 2025
64 great gift ideas for pony-mad children
56 great gifts for the horse obsessed
Horsey Christmas jumpers you need in your life
Advent calendars for pooches to start the Christmas countdown
Subscribe to Horse & Hound magazine today – and enjoy unlimited website access all year round
Horse & Hound magazine, out every Thursday, is packed with all the latest news and reports, as well as interviews, specials, nostalgia, vet and training advice. Find how you can enjoy the magazine delivered to your door every week, plus options to upgrade your subscription to access our online service that brings you breaking news and reports as well as other benefits.
