The Hallmark Christmas Experience is officially happening again this year! Set to feature some of your favorite stars from the network, the news of the event has caused quite a buzz, especially among the actors and actresses who fans will be able to see when the holly-jolly festivities roll around.
If you’ve never been before, then you’ll surely be interested to know that “[t]he Hallmark Christmas Experience is an immersive holiday celebration in Kansas City where fans can celebrate the season with Hallmark stars, festive activities, and magical moments,” the event’s website explains.
The 2026 Hallmark Christmas Experience Has So Much to Offer
“Hallmark Christmas Experience is back and merrier than ever for its third holiday season in Kansas City!” Hallmark told fans while announcing this year’s event. “The annual tradition brings the world of Hallmark to life – and this year, there are new opportunities to step even further into the Christmas magic.”
Those who may want to attend should know that the pre-sale begins on May 14, and the public sale starts on sale on May 18, while early bird pricing will take place from May 14 through June 15.
When it comes to the Hallmark stars who are schduled to appear this year, here are the names and dates:
WEEKEND ONE, November 27-29 – Jonathan Bennett (Host), Andrew Walker, B.J. Britt, Brooke D’Orsay, Erin Cahill, Hunter King, Lacey Chabert, Melissa Peterman, Nikki DeLoach, Scott Michael Foster, Taylor Cole and Tyler Hynes.
WEEKEND TWO, December 4-6 – Jonathan Bennett (Host), Alison Sweeney, Brendan Penny, Emilie Ullerup, Heather Hemmens, Holland Roden, Kristoffer Polaha, Niall Matter, Nikki DeLoach, Rachel Boston, Tamera Mowry-Housley, Tyler Hynes and Wes Brown.
WEEKEND THREE, December 11-13 – Jonathan Bennett (Host), Benjamin Ayres, Ben Rosenbaum, Bethany Joy Lenz, Chris McNally, Erin Krakow, Jack Wagner, Jill Hennessy, Kavan Smith, Kevin McGarry, Lachlan Quarmby, Lori Loughlin, Pascale Hutton, Roan Curtis and Viv Leacock.
WEEKEND FOUR, December 18-20 – Jonathan Bennett (Host), Ashley Williams, Autumn Reeser, Catherine Bell, Holly Robinson Peete, James Denton, Kimberley Sustad, Lyndsy Fonseca, Paul Campbell, Robert Buckley, Victor Webster and Will Kemp.
See Stars’ Posts About the 2026 Hallmark Christmas Experience
So what do Hallmark stars have to say about the event? Well, Lacey Chabert took to Instagram to write, “I’m so excited to be able to celebrate the holidays again with you all at the 2026 Hallmark Christmas Experience!! I’ll be there November 27-29. This is always such a special and fun weekend. So much joy! Hope to see you there!”
The event’s host, Jonathan Bennett, wrote, “Couldn’t pick just one weekend, so I’m doing them all.”
Tamera Mowry-Housley told her fans and followers, “I’m so excited to join you in Kansas City again this year to celebrate Countdown to Christmas! You all know how much I love Christmas, so getting to celebrate with you December 4–6 makes it even more magical! Will I see you there? ❤️🎄”
“Tis the season!!…ok,…well,…almost!!! See you there!! @hallmarkplus #hopevalley1874 😘🎄,” came from Jill Hennessy.
“Here we go again… another year, another #HCE 🎄,” Andrew Walker wrote on IG. “Is it too early to say I can’t wait for Christmas? 🤔 You’ve all turned this into one of the most magical Christmas gatherings of the year, and we can’t wait to do it all over again with you. #KansasCity, here we come ❤️”
Roan Curtis told her followers, “kansas city, i’ll see you soon ✨ can’t wait to see you all at weekend 3 of this year’s hallmark christmas experience!”
“This year they really did save the best for last,” Paul Campbell added to the caption of his post. “Join me, and a host of absolute Hallmark Legends, Dec 18-20 in Kansas City for the biggest, brightest, boldest Christmas Experience yet! Can’t wait to see you there!!”
Wes Brown shared a promotional video for the event and wrote, “Truly grateful to be apart of this wonderful group as we head back to Kansas City for another Hallmark Christmas experience! Cannot wait to see you there!!”
B.J. Britt shared a message, saying, “I cannot wait to join you in Kansas City this year again and celebrate Countdown to Christmas! See you this holiday season!”
Holly Robinson Peete wrote, “Excited to share that I’ll be back at the #HallmarkChristmasExperience in Kansas City this holiday season! 🎄✨ Come Hang with me! Can’t wait to celebrate, connect, and make merry memories together! ❤️”
“My first time! Will I meet Santa? Will there be ‘nog? Do I even like ‘nog? Doesn’t matter, I get to meet you guys! An incredible early Christmas treat 🤍,” came from event newbie Emilie Ullerup.
“Wanna come spend Christmas with me?” asked Ashley Williams. “I’m so excited! Let’s go Weekend Four!”
“Hope Valley 1874 & WCTH gonna team up for weekend 3 of #hallmarkchristmasexperience !! 🐴 🎄,” wrote Lachlan Quarmby. “I’m a fan of many things. And one of those things is fandom itself. I think it’s such a rewarding thing in life to have a passion and something to say you’re a fan of. Those things you can instantly bond over with a complete stranger you’ve just met.”
“So if you’re one of the #hearties or a fan of Christmas and want to come celebrate with other fans and these actors, I look forward to meeting you 🫡,” he added.
“Let’s go be merry together‼️,” said Heather Hemmens in her message. “I cannot wait to join you in Kansas City to celebrate Countdown to Christmas. I love getting to meet all of you, and see some familiar Hallmark family faces again! ♥️”
Robert Buckley sent a note to his followers, writing, “Great news gang- last year in Kansas City was so much fun we decided to run it back. That’s right, the #HallmarkChristmasExperience is back, better than ever and I’ll be there. Let’s. Get. Festive. 🎄🎅🏻🧑🏻🎄🎄”
Erin Krakow will also be attending the event, telling Hallmark viewers, “Weekend 3 is primed to be a playful prairie party – plus personable, popular, & pretty presenter @jonathandbennett 👏🏼 See ya there?”
Fans of Catherine Bell may want to snap up tickets, as the star revealed, “I’m so excited to announce… I will be a part of the 2026 Hallmark Christmas Experience!! 🎄🎅🏻 I will be there December 18-20. Cannot wait! 🥰 Hope to see you there!”
“Hello Hearties❤️, Hallmarkies👑, and Holiday Cheer Enthusiasts🎄! For the past two years Hallmark has been hosting four weekends of The Hallmark Christmas Experience; turning their headquarters in downtown Kansas City into an absolutely magical Christmas wonderland that you have to see to believe!” Ben Rosenbaum wrote. “And on Weekend 3 I’ll be returning along with my @wcth_tv castmates and folks from HV1874. Can’t wait to see you there!”
Rachel Boston shared the news by writing, “2026 Hallmark Christmas Experience!!! I am so excited to join you in Kansas City this year and celebrate Countdown to Christmas! Want to spend Christmas with us? Join us for a weekend of movie panels, ice skating, tree lightings, Christmas caroling, and so much more!!! See you this holiday season!”
“Thrilled to my Christmas Stockings to be joining some wonderful people for the last weekend in Kansas City for this Hallmark Christmas Experience, Dec 18-20 (I know it’s early but pre-sale opens soon!),” wrote Will Kemp. “See you there for all the festive fun and the Countdown to Christmas! Yule not regret it…”
“Here we go again!!!” said Brendan Penny. “I’m so excited to announce the lineup for the #hallmarkchristmasexperience week #2 featuring myself, and some of my closest friends!!! Please join us for a special weekend filled with fun, love, laughter, and of course #Christmas. Join us December 4th-6th and lets the fun begin!!”
“I know it’s early for anything Christmas related but this will give you all some time to book yourself a trip to Kansas City! I can’t wait to join everyone this year for the 2nd weekend and celebrate Countdown to Christmas!” Niall Matter mentioned to his fans. “Hoping to see you there this holiday season! #HallmarkChristmasExperience”
He added, “It’s going to be a fun weekend… I tend to crowd surf and break the rules. Don’t believe me? Book a ticket and you’ll see.”
Victor Webster sent his own note out on Instagram, writing, “It’s happening again — one of the holiday season’s most anticipated events is back! A fully immersive, family-friendly experience packed with fun, excitement, and unforgettable memories.”
“If you haven’t experienced it yet, now’s your chance to see what all the hype is about,” he continued. “And for everyone who’s joined us in past years, we can’t wait to welcome you back again!”
“I am so excited to celebrate the holiday season with YOU and this incredible group of humans at The Hallmark Christmas experience in Kansas City!” Erin Cahill wrote. “Weekend One, Nov. 27th – 29th… see you there! 🎄”
Taylor Cole also shared the event-related video and said, “It’s happeningggg 🎄✨ I’m so excited to be part of Weekend One of the Hallmark Christmas Experience in Kansas City, and I can’t wait to celebrate the Countdown to Christmas with you ❤️🤗 I’m so ready for all the twinkle lights, cozy moments, and holiday magic 🎄🎅 🎁 Who’s coming?! 👀”
Hallmark fans who attend this year’s Christmas Experience may also get the opportunity to see Melissa Peterman, who wrote, “I am so excited to be kicking off the Holiday season in Kansas City at the 1st weekend of the Hallmark Christmas Experience! I hope to see you there! November 27th to 29th!!”
“These are just a few of the faces you’ll see at the Hallmark Christmas Experience in Kansas City! And may I just take a moment to say how much I adore and love these humans?” Nikki DeLoach wrote alongside a photo that featured herself and other familiar figures.
“Like Christmas pjs, hanging stockings and gingerbread house competitions, the Hallmark Christmas Experience has become one of my holiday traditions,” she added. “Christmas wouldn’t be the same without seeing your beautiful faces and counting down Christmas together. Please join us in Kansas City for a Christmas weekend you’ll never forget. I’ll be there Weekend One and Two!! Can’t wait to see you. ❤️🎄”
