{
  "id": 15963801,
  "title": "12 days of nerd-friendly Advent calendars — from rubber ducks to Funko Pops",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/12-days-of-nerd-friendly-advent-calendars-from-rubber-ducks-to-funko",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-21T22:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/home/12-days-of-nerd-friendly-advent-calendars-from-rubber-ducks-to-funko-pops-these-countdown-calendars-do-things-a-little-differently"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Advent calendars are typically associated with chocolates, but there are many alternatives that cater to nerdy interests. A variety of calendars featuring unique items behind their cardboard doors can be found.\n\nLego's Advent calendars are a classic, but Funko Pop also offers a wide range of calendars with figurines to suit various obsessions. Stationery enthusiasts, Japanphiles, and puzzle solvers will find calendars tailored to their passions.\n\nSnack preferences may vary, but the allure of artisan cheese (along with accompanying condiments) and Red Bull's variety pack calendar cannot be ignored. The latter contains a standard can of Red Bull for each of the 24 days leading up to Christmas.\n\nThis article explores 12 different nerd-friendly Advent calendars for various interests. Dive into the countdown time with Funko Pocket Pop! Universal Horror Countdown Advent Calendar, count down 30 nights of Japan with the Japan Advent Calendar, enjoy Red Bull Variety Pack Advent Calendar, solve mysteries with Hasbro Clue Advent Calendar, embrace pop culture with Funko Pocket Pop! Pokémon 24-Day Countdown Calendar, admire Met Museum Favorites Advent Countdown, indulge in Joyfy Countdown to Christmas with rubber ducks, and solve puzzles with Papier 24 Day Stationery Advent Calendar.",
  "summary": "Gloriously geeky countdown calendars with doors you'll actually be excited to open.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}