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Build-A-Bear brings its dress-up fun to the advent calendar: kids collect a little family of plush friends and a wardrobe to go with them, so the play keeps going well after Christmas. The birth certificates are a sweet Build-A-Bear touch.
Two things to weigh: only 6 of the 25 surprises are plush, and the minis are small, so set expectations for kids who are used to full-size Build-A-Bears.
Description
SKU:
035401
The Build-A-Bear 2026 Advent Calendar has 25 doors to open from December 1 to Christmas Day. Behind them are 6 mini plush friends and 19 mini clothing and accessory pieces to dress them in, plus a Build-A-Bear birth certificate for each plush.
What's inside
- 6 mini plush
- 19 mini clothing and accessory items
- Birth certificates for the 6 mini plush
- An activity sheet on the back of the box
How it works
Open one door a day from December 1 to 25. Some days bring a new plush friend; most bring an outfit or accessory, so kids keep dressing and re-dressing their growing group of minis all month.
What kids learn
- Imaginative play: dressing the minis and making up stories for them
- Patience: one door a day
- Fine motor skills: fitting tiny outfits and accessories
Good to know before you buy
- Age: 3 and up; small parts, not for children under 3.
- Size: these are mini plush, much smaller than a Build-A-Bear made in the workshop.
- Price: on sale for $29 (normally $39) at Build-A-Bear when we checked; sale prices can end without notice.
- When to order: now, so it arrives before December 1.
Who it's for
Young Build-A-Bear fans, and families who want a cuddly, toy-filled countdown rather than chocolate.
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About
Build-A-Bear
Build-A-Bear Workshop began in 1997, when founder Maxine Clark imagined a shopping experience where children could bring their own furry friends to life. The first workshop opened in St. Louis, Missouri, inviting guests to participate in creating their own stuffed animals by choosing a character, watching it be stuffed, adding a heart, and giving it a name. This hands-on experience became the heart of the brand.
Today, Build-A-Bear offers much more than its signature teddy bears. Its collection includes plush animals, outfits, accessories, gift sets, and characters inspired by popular movies, television shows, video games, and other beloved franchises. Whether children choose a classic cuddly companion or a favorite fictional character, they can personalize their furry friend and make it their own.
Build-A-Bear's mission is to “add a little more heart to life,” celebrating the connections and memories that special gifts can create. With opportunities for personalization, imaginative storytelling, and collecting, its products encourage children to express their personalities and create companions that feel uniquely theirs.
