Hot Wheels 2026 Advent Calendar
Behind 10 of the 24 doors of the 2026 Hot Wheels calendar is a 1:64-scale car, one of them an exclusive snow globe car driven by a yeti; the other 14 doors hold winter accessories such as a reindeer, a sleigh or a gingerbread house. Ten ornament clips let you hang the cars on the tree. Mattel does not print an age on the Amazon US listing. It is rated 4.6 across 109 reviews on Amazon US, at about $27.
Why it makes a good gift
Best for : A child who collects small cars and lines them up on every flat surface.
Best occasion : The Christmas countdown, from December 1.
Why it works : Ten new cars in one month is a lot for a young collector, and the yeti snow globe car is one they will not find in a store; the ornament clips also let the child decorate the tree with them.
Avoid if : The child is under 3: the accessories are small and the listing gives no age.
For
Kids, Teen Boys
Budget
$$ — Affordable
Frequently asked questions
How many cars are inside?
10 die-cast cars at 1:64 scale; the other 14 doors hold accessories.
Is there an exclusive car?
Yes, a snow globe car with a yeti driver, according to the listing.
Can the cars go on the tree?
Yes, 10 ornament clips are included to hang them.
