Hallmark Channel Announces Christmas in July 2026 Event!

As the mercury rises during the height of summer Hallmark Channel gives fans a merry way to stay cool with its annual Christmas in July programming event.  From Friday, June 26 – Friday, July 31, fans will be treated to a festive schedule of original movies from Christmases past to help them beat the summer heat. 

Beginning July 4, a new original movie will premiere every Saturday night for four consecutive weeks!

CHRISTMAS UNDER CONSTRUCTION Kicks Off Hallmark Channel's Christmas in July 2026 Event

Premieres: Saturday, July 4, at 8 pm Eastern

Starring: Jessica Lowndes and Daniel Lissing

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Chelsea (Lowndes) and Jake (Adam Hurtig) are America’s sweethearts and the stars of a hit reality show, Renovation Romance, where they help couples transform their homes and relationships.  For a live Christmas special, they’re tasked with renovating a cozy New Hampshire cabin alongside a new duo, Cooper (Lissing) and Janice (Samantha Kendrick). But behind the festive cheer, Chelsea and Jake’s relationship is fading.  As their latest project progresses, it becomes clear to Chelsea that she and Jake have different priorities in life and must decide if their relationship can be salvaged or if it’s time for a fresh start.

Hallmark fans were first charmed by Lissing and Lowndes when they starred together in the 2016 hit A December Bride, so this reunion will be extra special.

O LITTLE CHRISTMAS MARKET

Premieres: Saturday, July 11, at 8 pm Eastern

Starring: Katherine Barrell and Stephen Huszar

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Olivia (Barrell) is a gifted miniature artist who has devoted her heart to the town’s Christmas market, a tradition started by her late father.  When a corporate developer plans to tear it down, she risks losing the legacy she holds dear.  A chance meeting at a train station with Grayson (Huszar), a talented yet unfulfilled architect, sparks an unexpected connection. Their bond is tested when Olivia learns his firm is behind the buyout.  As Christmas draws near Olivia rallies the community to save the market after securing a delay to the final decision. Amid the holiday magic, Grayson and Olivia’s romance blossoms despite being on seemingly opposite sides of the deal.  Together, they must find a way to merge their dreams and save the market, discovering that in order to endure love – like art – requires taking a leap of faith.

SNOWBOUND FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Premieres: Saturday, July 18, at 8 pm Easter

Starring: Vanessa Lengies and Marcus Rosner

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Cassidy Evergreen (Lengies) is an ambitious guest services manager at her family’s boutique hotel company who is determined to prove she’s ready for the next step in her career.  Her mother – and boss – Joanne (Kathryn Greenwood), sends her to Ridgeford Valley to evaluate the future of the charming but struggling Linden Lodge.  Upon arriving, she meets Trey Sanderson (Rosner), the lodge’s devoted co-owner who is doing everything he can to preserve it.  Alongside his spirited daughter, Lilly (Skywalker Hughes), Trey is working tirelessly to keep the lodge’s beloved holiday traditions alive, including the town’s annual Christmas Festival.  As Cassidy becomes part of the festivities – from untangling Christmas lights and snow tubing adventures to helping Lilly sell holiday wish lanterns for charity – she begins to discover the magic that makes Linden Lodge so special.  Along the way, Cassidy finds herself drawn to Trey, Lilly and the close-knit community that gathers there each Christmas season.  But when outside pressures threaten the future of the lodge, Cassidy must decide what truly matters most.

LOVE UNDER THE MISTLETOE

Premieres: Saturday, July 25, at 8 pm Eastern

Starring: Jen Lilley and Nick Bateman

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Interior designer Grace (Lilley) runs a business with her best friend and her brother in the quaint town of Ivy Glen but is too busy for a real relationship.  Ryan (Bateman), a successful New York City financial advisor and Grace’s former high school crush, returns home planning to sell his grandmother’s historic St. Nicholas House.  The mayor convinces him to revive the beloved Ribbons & Bows charity fundraiser and brings Grace on board to help.  Working side by side to pull the event together, the former couple reminisces and feelings they once shared slowly resurface.  But will this yuletide reunion lead to love under the mistletoe?

CHRISTMAS AT SEA SEASON 2--EXCLUSIVELY ON HALLMARK+

Available to Stream Wednesday, July 1

Featuring Hallmark Stars: Benjamin Ayres, Jonathan Bennett, Rachel Boston, B.J. Britt, Wes Brown, Erin Cahill, Paul Campbell, Taylor Cole, Nikki DeLoach, Heather Hemmens, Tyler Hynes, Ginna Claire Mason, Brendan Penny, Kimberley Sustad, Andrew Walker, and Ashley Williams

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Get ready for another adventure on the high seas as Hallmark superfans meet their favorite stars on a Christmas cruise to Cozumel, Mexico. With holiday cheer, unforgettable moments, and celebrity surprises, this cruise is one to remember.

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