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Shoppers have the opportunity to nab a free LEGO advent calendar this weekend, but they'll need to be swift. The calendars, which have been lauded for providing 'hours of fun' and leaving children 'over the moon,' come highly recommended by all who've purchased one from Argos thus far. The LEGO City and LEGO Friends advent calendars typically retail for £20 each, but thanks to a special offer from a money-saving website, there's a way to bag one without spending a penny. TopCashback is offering all new members who purchase an advent calendar worth £20 or more before 31 October a complimentary £20 bonus. This means that savvy shoppers who register for free with TopCashback and buy either the LEGO City or LEGO Friends calendar from Argos can essentially get it for free once the bonus is paid. Meanwhile, those desiring a film franchise-inspired LEGO Advent calendar, such as the Star Wars or Harry Potter versions, which usually cost £30, will find it priced at £9.61 at Argos after the bonus and cashback are applied. High-end beauty advent calendars have seen a surge in popularity in recent years, with the M&S £60 option particularly appealing to shoppers who can bag over £300-worth of beauty products with a qualifying spend of £35. However, more unconventional advent calendars have also gained traction, offering children and fun-loving adults a wide array of treats to enjoy throughout December, reports Wales Online . There's the Craft Buddy's Disney Crystal Art Advent Calendar (£34.99), which offers a jolly festive figure each day to be crafted and added to the reusable magnetic Christmas tree, or an adorable Marvel Funko Pop calendar (£25). There's even an option dedicated to the popular children's cartoon Bluey (£25), so there are plenty of entertaining options still available alongside Argos' extensive range of LEGO advent calendars. Over time, the variety of LEGO advent calendars on offer each year has flourished, with Star Wars, Harry Potter, Minecraft, Spiderman, Disney Frozen and more all captured in calendars to bring joy throughout December for 2025. However, two of the earliest, and arguably most cherished among younger children, remain LEGO City and LEGO Friends. The LEGO City Advent Calendar is designed for children aged 5+ and is filled with 186 festive pieces ideal for integrating into brick building fun. Characters include Father Christmas, a man dressed as a Christmas tree and Mother Christmas carrying a pretzel. On the other hand, the LEGO Friends calendar will feature many familiar faces for fans of the TV show it draws inspiration from. Aimed at children aged 6+, the 237-piece calendar includes Aliya, Autumn, Liann, Nova and Leo along with a Christmas tree, hot chocolate station and more. Both sets are perfect for imaginative young LEGO fans who enjoy constructing their own creations, providing numerous festive elements that can be integrated into larger builds. Customers who have already purchased them for Christmas 2025 have awarded the calendars impressive ratings of 4.8 and 4.7 stars out of 5, with 100% of Argos buyers for both calendars stating they would recommend them. One five-star reviewer called the LEGO City version 'probably the best Christmas present ever,' commenting: "Every year my son receives this advent calendar and he is over the moon with it." Another branded it as 'good value,' even before the TopCashback freebie, whilst a third noted it as having 'lots of cute mini figures. '. Meanwhile, examining the LEGO Friends calendar , one customer commended it for delivering 'hours of fun,' stating: "Bought for granddaughter last year, really pleased with it. So I bought her this year to build on it. Good price and hours of fun. Quality is good too, lots of variety when opening doors. Assembly is easy with no issues to speak of." Another shopper was coming back to purchase one for a second year, revealing: "My children loved these Lego advent calendars last year so making a tradition of it." Whilst there aren't any negative reviews for the set on Argos, like all Lego sets, the pieces are rather tiny, making it unsuitable for very young children who might be better off with a Play-Doh (£20) or Bluey advent calendar. However, for enthusiasts eager to get their hands on a free LEGO Advent calendar, full details on how to do so can be found below.
