These Are All The 2020 Aldi Advent Calendars You've Been Waiting For

It's the moment you've been waiting for, Aldi Nerds. Aldi has done it again with the long-awaited release of several limited-edition Advent calendars for the 2020 holiday season. 

This year's collection features wine, beer, cheese, chocolate, and even treats for the children and pets in your life. AP News found plenty of other companies have also gotten into the spirit by releasing booze, beauty, and cheese-filled Advent calendars to prepare for the holiday — but no one does Christmas countdowns quite like our favorite discount grocer. Perhaps thanks to the reasonable price point — or the limited amount of stock that tends to show up at each store — these limited releases can be hard to get a hold of. Eager customers line up for hours ahead of a store's opening just to get their hands on one.

USA Today reports that in previous years, Aldi stores across the country sold out of some of their more popular Advent calendars within minutes — bad news for all those stragglers who waltzed into their local Aldi a whole five minutes after they opened, thinking they'd be able to snatch one up. Since these calendars usually aren't restocked, shoppers will need to get their hands on these treats at one of the 2,000 Aldi stores in the states as soon as they're released. We've compiled the line-up this year (and it's a big one), so you'll be prepared for when the holiday Advent calendars hit Aldi shelves on November 4.

This calendar for the adults in your life is perfect for anyone who loves to experiment with their beer selection. The aptly named Beer Advent Calendar retails for $49.99 and features 24 hoppy surprises, each in a full-size 11.2-ounce bottle. The alcohol Advent from 2019 featured six core selections, two Aldi features and seven exclusive varieties, and it's pretty likely that the 2020 version will have similar offerings. Aldi also put a limit of two beer calendars per person last year, so you might want to bring a friend if you're planning on picking up a load of these bad boys.

The Aldi Reviewer gave positive makes to the U.S. debut of the beer calendar in 2019. The first-ever beer calendar gifted varieties such as a peaty O'Shea's Irish Stout, a sweet Licher Hefeweizen, and a malty Boot Tread Amber Ale. Sticking with the store's German roots, the Wernesgruner Pilsner is a classic German beer known for its smooth and crisp taste that unsurprisingly goes great with a grilled burger or brat. The Kinroo Belgian White Ale also received high marks from the reviewer for its citrus and floral notes. 

Since some of these beer selections frequent Aldi's alcohol section even when it's not the holiday season, you may find a favorite or two you can enjoy year-round.

Cheese Advent calendars are a delicious way for food lovers to embrace the chill of the season. Aldi's Emporium Selection Advent Cheese Calendar might not carry the fervor of the booze calendars, but it's still one of its most beloved annual releases. The cheese Advent reveals 24 European cheeses perfect for just a sample of the different styles. Paired with the Wine Advent — as if you hadn't thought of that on your own — you might be able to close your eyes and imagine you're vacationing in a mountain chalet. 

Aldi Reviewer found the discount store updated its 2018 Happy Farms cheese calendar to a more elevated, and $3 more expensive, Emporium Selection version. The Emporium cheese calendar offered more variety with eight different styles in 2019 versus the original five selections. Cheeses included multiple goudas, a mild-tasting edam, mild and aged cheddar, and a red leicester that ends with a bite. If the boxes stick what has worked in previous installments, you can expect all the cheese imported from the United Kingdom, Holland, and Denmark. Enjoyed alone or as a pairing, this food-themed Advent is also well priced at $14.99 for all of the mini cheeses.

The Nutcracker, both as a play and as the slack-jawed, wooden figurine, have become classic symbols of the holidays. Aldi's most premium option for this year's chocolate Advent calendars features a different festive nutcracker on each day. The discount store once again called on Moser Roth, the award-winning and, you guessed it, German brand of premium chocolates to deliver its 24 days of Christmas truffles. Moser Rother chocolates are made from UTZ certified cocoa, which means they support sustainable farming while safeguarding natural resources. It's a responsible brand you can feel good about while partaking in a small luxury. 

 Is this premium option worth the $7.99 price tag? The Homespun Chics stood in line for one hour to get a Moser Roser truffle calendar in 2019, recalling the same energy of a Black Friday deal. The reviewer claimed the truffles tasted just as delicious as Belgian chocolates they had eaten when visiting Belgium. The varieties also included more decadent and imaginative flavors such as bourbon vanilla truffle, creme brulee, and baked apple truffle.

Humans shouldn't be the only ones who get to share in the holiday cheer. Aldi brought back its pet Advent calendar in 2020 for the furry members of the family. Pure Being's Premium Dog Advent Calendar and Cat Advent Calendar feature 25 salmon and sweet potato treats. To endure your pet also receives the best, each treat is all-natural, grain-free, and rich in Omegas. And the pet calendars are a pretty great price at just $5.89 each. 

The Pure Brand partnership is a departure this year from previous Advent calendars. In 2019, The Homespun Chics tried the OmegaSnax version, which rolled out a dog-specific calendar treat in the same flavor. They found the simple ingredients of Atlantic salmon from Scotland and sweet potatoes a welcome reprieve from the typical chicken treats. Plus, the treats arrived in different sizes with a large bone for the final surprise. We will have to wait and see what Aldi's Pure Brand has in store for this year's release, but we're pretty sure your animal friends will love it, no matter what.

Counting down the holidays with children adds a certain magic to the air. Aldi's Paw Patrol Advent calendar isn't exclusive to Aldi, or even the cheapest price — but it's pretty convenient to grab while you're on a grocery run. It's also a more tangible bribe than Santa watching over if your kid refuses to bundle up during the holiday season. For fans of the animated series, the PAW Patrol Advent calendar is a must-have this holiday season.

The Paw Patrol Advent calendar available at Aldi includes small figurines that are all winter and holiday-themed, allowing kids to dress up and create a snow day adventure. The 24-piece set is designed for children to use their imaginations for exciting holiday missions, and for a surprise to be behind each door. The PAW Patrol calendar is best for children ages 3 and older. The limited release is available for $19.99.

Nothing says the holidays like miniature toys that can hopefully keep kids occupied for hours. Aldi knows what parents need and children want with the release of two car-themed Advent calendars for kids. This year, they're carrying Hot Wheels and Cars-themed Advent calendars for the 20202 collection. The Cars Advent calendar features Lightning McQueen, Mater, and other characters from the cast in a miniature racetrack. Each day will reveal more of the track and speed racer set-up to complete the set.

Hot Wheels is a popular return this year. Our Community Now found this toy Advent calendar also turns into a holiday-themed racing surface. Santa makes an appearance in a speedster, and children get to expand the universe with each surprise accessory. The reviewer found this version to be a little lackluster at times, thanks to less-than-thrilling add ons. Couldn't they do better than a traffic cone and a set of tires? Still, it's a great value when priced at 16.99 at Aldi's.