Mystery boxes are having a major moment this year, and it’s easy to see why. Half the fun is guessing what’s inside, and the other half is finally finding out!

From adorable plush pals and miniature figures to hatching creatures, this list has all sorts of surprises in store. Kids can unbox favorites from the worlds of Dungeons & Dragons and Care Bears, or meet quirky new characters to add to their collections. Whether swapping finds with friends or hunting for ultra-rare pulls, these toys will definitely keep you on your toes.

For more surprises your kids will love, check out our full 2026 Holiday Gift Guide.


DUNGEONS & DRAGONS QUESTERS

Dungeons & Dragons goes beyond the tabletop with these figures that encourage imaginative, fantasy-inspired play. Collect buildable figures, 1.75-inch mystery creatures, and more. 

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  • MSRP:
  • $7.99-19.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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FUGGLER GOLD EDITION FIGURE BLIND BOX

Weirdness shines even brighter with 4.5-inch Fuggler characters featuring eye-catching gold details, mischievous charms, and golden accessories. There are five to collect.

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  • MSRP:
  • $7.97
  • Age:
  • 6+

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GEM PETS

Kids can dig through heart-shaped soap with the included double-sided digging tools to discover 10 hidden gems that decorate the collectible pet. Once all the gems are found, kids can press the soap back together for reuse.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99 each
  • Age:
  • 5+

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GODZILLA SCRAMBLE

Kids can collect all seven mystery Godzilla figures, each approximately 4.5 inches tall and featuring a unique, wacky design. Each figure arrives folded in an egg shape, so each figure is a surprise.

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  • MSRP:
  • $9.99 each
  • Age:
  • 4+

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HAPPY HAUL

Happy Haul’s latest drops feature more plush, clip-ons, and figures hiding inside mystery boxes. Collect new characters and styles from brands like Disney, Stitch, Winnie the Pooh, Care Bears, and The Grinch (pictured).

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $9.99 each
  • Age:
  • 8+

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LITTLE PA PARTY SHOW SERIES

In this bag charm blind box series, kids can unbox one of seven surprise party-themed Mr. Pa collectibles, including a secret hidden style. Thanks to the clip, they can attach the stuffed animal to a backpack, tote, and more.

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  • MSRP:
  • $15.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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MOMIJI SUGAR PLUM WOOD BLIND BOX MESSAGE DOLLS & PENDANT PLUSH COLLECTION

Teens can add positive and woodland vibes to their collection with these blind boxes that feature uplifting messages in each collectible.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $18.99-24.99 each
  • Age:
  • 15+

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PALWORLD CHEEBEE MICRO MYSTERY PAL EGG

Kids can collect their favorite Palworld Pals with this collection of micro figures, which come in egg-shaped packages. There are 15 characters to collect, including ultra-rare Gold or Silver Chillets.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $7.99 each
  • Age:
  • 3+

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PRIMAL HATCH HATCHING MEGALODON

Kids awaken the beast when they add water, which foams, fizzes, and eventually turns red before the Megalodon jumps out. Kids can play with the shark after the reveal, or reset it and reveal it again.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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  • Type:
  • AAA
  • Quantity:
  • 3

STARBOX NOOK NOOKS SERIES 1 BY STARBOX

Kids can unbox a surprise creature that comes snuggled inside an LED-lit mini home. Discover a bunny that lives in a retro TV, a penguin that sleeps in the fridge, and more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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  • Type:
  • LR44
  • Quantity:
  • 3

MGA’S MINIVERSE REAL MUSIC

Each mystery pack ($11.99) includes four mini vinyl records that play 30-second clips when paired with the MGA’s Miniverse Real Music Record Player ($21.99). Fans can listen to songs by Britney Spears, The Beach Boys, Blink-182, Amy Winehouse, Public Enemy, Elton John, Def Leppard, and more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $11.99-21.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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CARE BEARS CUTIE COMPANIONS

Kids can bring their favorite Care Bears with them whenever they go with these blind-boxed, limited-edition plush danglers. Each bear is dressed in a hooded animal costume, with six characters to collect in the series.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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DRIP DROPS

Kids can show off their style with this lineup of tiny sneaker collectibles. Series 1 has 16 styles with brands including Hot Wheels, Godzilla, and Smiley. Each Drip Drops collectible features a display-ready shoebox, real laces, a display case, and a keychain to take them on the go.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $11.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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ONEZZZ

This mystery box series features characters wearing animal onesies in playful poses. There are 13 figures to collect, including a butterfly, a panda, an axolotl, and more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $14.99 each
  • Age:
  • 6+

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WARRIOR CATS MINI MYSTERY PLUSH SERIES 2

Build your Clan with Series 2 of the Warrior Cats mystery plush from the best-selling book series! Each box opens to reveal a super-soft, 6-inch mini cat, with eight characters to collect.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $11.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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Natalie Miller

Natalie Miller

Natalie is an Assistant Editor for The Pop Insider, The Toy Insider, and The Toy Book. She is a Hufflepuff, a theme park enthusiast, and still holds the school record for the most Accelerated Reader points. If you're looking for her, she's probably at the nearest coffee shop, arguing over who the best Spider-Man is or trying to pet a stranger's dog.

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