The name “Advent Calendar” comes from the Christian tradition of Advent, a period beginning on the fourth Sunday before Christmas, leading up to December 25. “Advent” means “coming” in Latin, referring to the arrival of Christmas. The Advent Calendar began in 19th-century Germany as a way for families to mark the days until Christmas by opening windows or doors on a calendar, revealing small pictures or treats. Over time, this tradition evolved into the modern Advent Calendar with various types of treats and surprises.
