Quick Answer: As of October 18, 2026, three cheese-board advent calendars are confirmed for this season in the US: the 12 Days of Murray's (nine cheeses plus jams, honey and crackers), the Williams Sonoma 12 Days of Cheese crate ($129.95), and Bonne Maman's 24 mini jam jars ($55.99), which pair well with a cheese board. Aldi, Tillamook and others haven't announced their 2026 calendars yet. Aldi's are expected in early November. We'll update this page as they launch.
Last checked October 18, 2026. Advent calendars sell out fast and prices change, so check the retailer before you plan around one.
Confirmed for 2026
| Calendar | Days | What's inside | Price | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Days of Murray's Cheese | 12 | 9 cheeses (3.5 to 5 oz each), 3 spreads, honey, crackers | $65 listed | Murray's Cheese |
| Williams Sonoma 12 Days of Cheese Advent Calendar Gift Crate | 12 | 12 cheeses | $129.95 | Williams Sonoma |
| Bonne Maman Advent Calendar 2026 | 24 | 24 mini jars of jam | $55.99 | Amazon and stores |
| Paxton & Whitfield Cheese Advent Calendar (UK only) | 24 | 24 cheeses, at least 75 g each | £175 with UK delivery | Paxton & Whitfield |
12 Days of Murray's Cheese
Sporked previewed the 2026 box on October 14 and called it a new design. The cheeses include Manchego PDO, truffle cheddar, Merlot BellaVitano, smoked Gouda, Wensleydale with cranberries and Murray's English cheddar, plus Divina fig, sour cherry and Calabrian chili-orange spreads, Greek honey, and Effie's cocoa cakes. When we checked, Murray's page listed it at $65 but showed it as sold out, with a sign-up for restock alerts.
Best for: a cheese lover who'd use it as a 12-night tasting. The portions are big enough to build a small board each night.
Williams Sonoma 12 Days of Cheese
Listed at $129.95 in Good Morning America's 2026 advent calendar roundup. In past years the crate has held cheeses from Beehive Cheese of Utah. It's the most giftable box here and the most expensive per ounce.
Best for: a gift that arrives looking like a gift.
Bonne Maman Advent Calendar
Not cheese, but the most board-friendly calendar under $60: 24 mini jars of jam, also in GMA's 2026 roundup. Pair each day's jar with one cheese and you have a two-ingredient board every night. Fig, apricot and cherry go with almost any cheese.
Best for: pairing with a block of cheddar, brie or Manchego from your own store.
Paxton & Whitfield (UK)
The London cheesemonger's 2026 calendar has 24 cheeses in three deliveries, starting November 27. It ships within the UK only.
Not announced yet (watch for these)
| Calendar | 2025 version | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Aldi cheese advent calendar | Sporked listed a $16.99, 24-taster Aldi cheese calendar in 2025, though another Aldi tracker reported none that year | Aldi's 2026 calendars are expected in stores around November 4 (source) |
| Twelve Days of Tillamook | $149 for 6 cheddars plus 6 surprises (Sporked, 2025) | No 2026 announcement yet |
| Redhead Creamery 12 Days of Cheesemas | $130 for 12 cheeses (Sporked, 2025) | No 2026 announcement yet |
Make your own cheese advent calendar
If the boxes sell out or cost more than you want to spend, make one. Buy six cheeses and six jams or spreads, cut each cheese into two pieces, wrap each in parchment, number them 1 to 12, and pair them by night: a cheese, a spread, a few crackers. Our best brand guides list the top picks at Aldi, Costco, Trader Joe's and other stores.
Turn a calendar into a board
Save one portion from each day, or buy a second wedge of your favorites, and finish the countdown with a full board on Christmas Eve. See our Christmas charcuterie board and the Christmas hosting hub.
Sources
- Sporked: The Murray's Cheese Advent Calendar (Oct 2026)
- Murray's Cheese: 12 Days of Murray's Cheese
- Good Morning America: Unique advent calendars 2026
- Paxton & Whitfield: Cheese Advent Calendar 2026
- Sporked: Best Cheese Advent Calendars (2025)
- Passionate Penny Pincher: Aldi advent calendars
FAQ
What cheese advent calendars are available in 2026?
As of October 18, 2026: the 12 Days of Murray's Cheese, the Williams Sonoma 12 Days of Cheese crate and, in the UK, Paxton & Whitfield's. Bonne Maman's 24-day jam calendar is a good cheese-board companion.
Does Aldi have a cheese advent calendar in 2026?
Not announced yet. Aldi's 2026 advent calendars are expected in stores around early November.
How much is the Murray's cheese advent calendar?
Murray's listed the 12 Days of Murray's Cheese at $65 when we checked, but showed it as sold out.
Can I make my own cheese advent calendar?
Yes. Buy six cheeses and six spreads, cut each cheese in two, wrap and number 12 portions, and pair one cheese with one spread each night.
