Knight Templar Advent Calendar 2026

The Knight Templar Advent Calendar 2026 opens December with a castle scene, an armoured knight and ornate gold framing. Its dark presentation gives the countdown a medieval character, while 24 numbered windows introduce a daily ritual leading towards Christmas Eve.

Inside are 24 acrylic decorations featuring Knight Templar-inspired figures and equipment. Each reveal adds another piece to arrange, allowing the collection to develop alongside the rest of the seasonal display.

Choose Standard for a compact format or Premium for larger printed pieces. Both versions contain the same number of decorations, supplied in hanging or upright formats according to their construction.

What Each Version Contains

The calendar combines a paper outer box, moulded plastic inner tray and 24 acrylic pieces, also described as mica. The tray organises the contents behind the daily windows, while die-cut dotted lines mark where each compartment opens.

Every piece has double-sided printing, with one matte side and one glossy side. Protective film covers the pieces before use and should be removed before they are placed on display.

Standard is convenient for a smaller shelf, desk or tabletop arrangement. Its compact pieces can gather near the box or occupy spaces between other decorations.

Premium provides larger artwork and a larger presentation box. It suits a display where you want the individual designs to be more visible and have enough room for the complete collection.

Allow space beyond the closed packaging when planning placement. Revealed pieces need suitable hanging points or level standing positions, so the finished arrangement may occupy more room than the box alone.

A Medieval Scene in Black, Gold and Silver

The front artwork places an armoured Knight Templar wearing a large cross against medieval castle scenery. The central figure gives the composition a clear subject, while the architecture establishes the surrounding setting.

Black supplies the strongest background contrast. Gold ornamental borders frame the scene, and silver-coloured details bring definition to the armour imagery. A red banner identifies the advent calendar and adds a warm accent to the darker presentation.

This combination gives the box a formal, illustrated character. It can remain behind the revealed pieces as part of the display, connecting the smaller decorations with the larger castle scene.

The ornament artwork continues through figures, weapons, shields, armour and cross motifs. Variations in equipment give the pieces different outlines and details to notice, while the shared palette keeps them visually coordinated.

The metallic-looking colours belong to the printed design. The decorations themselves are acrylic, with their character and equipment details represented through the artwork.

Arranging the Knights Through December

Begin on December 1 and open one numbered window each day through December 24. Follow the die-cut dotted lines gently, then ease the acrylic piece from the moulded tray without pulling against its smaller edges.

Peel away the protective film before displaying it. The matte and glossy surfaces reflect room lighting differently, so adjust the piece’s position until its printed details are easy to see.

A hanging-format decoration has a hole for a suitable hook or ribbon. A piece supplied with a stand base is intended for upright placement on a stable, level surface. Use the method provided for the individual piece.

Standing decorations can form a group in front of the calendar box, with the castle artwork behind them. Hanging versions can join a nearby Christmas tree or seasonal branch, carrying the medieval theme through a wider arrangement.

Leave a little room between pieces so the shields, armour and other illustrated details remain distinguishable. The coordinated black, gold, silver and red colours will help the collection feel connected.

A Gift for Someone Drawn to Medieval Artwork

The calendar suits a recipient who enjoys castles, armoured characters and small themed collections. Its appeal lies in having something to discover and arrange over several weeks, followed by a complete set of decorative keepsakes.

Giving it before December begins allows the recipient to enjoy the full sequence of openings. It can also become a personal seasonal project, with each new piece finding a place among existing decorations or collectibles.

Once Christmas Eve arrives, the acrylic pieces can remain together as a themed display. They can also be packed away carefully and brought out for another seasonal arrangement.

Caring for the Printed Pieces

Use a soft, dry cloth to remove light dust, handling the printed faces gently. Avoid unnecessary moisture, prolonged direct sunlight and rough contact that could mark the surfaces.

Keep the paper box dry. Retain it with the moulded tray where practical to help organise the collection between displays.

When storing the pieces, position them so their faces do not rub against one another. Keep any stand bases together with the decorations so the set is ready to arrange again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the knights made from metal?

No. The listed contents are acrylic pieces with double-sided printed artwork. Gold and silver refer to colours within the design, not the material of the decorations.

Are these sculpted figures?

The character and equipment details are represented through printed acrylic artwork. The pieces are supplied for hanging or upright decorative display.

Can every ornament both hang and stand?

The construction is listed as either a hanging piece with a hole or an upright piece with a stand base. Use the format supplied for the individual decoration.

Does Premium contain more pieces?

Both versions contain 24 pieces. Premium changes the piece measurements and box dimensions.

Can the collection be displayed after Christmas?

Yes. The daily windows provide the countdown, while the revealed acrylic pieces can remain together as a themed arrangement.

Let the castle artwork set the scene, then enjoy giving each newly revealed knight a place in the December display. Explore more medieval-inspired seasonal decorations.