You are still sweating the summer heat? Hallmark is prepared to blast away the heat with snowflakes, mistletoe, and a sleigh of holiday-goodness since it is going to present its celebrated Christmas in July lineup, and this year the celebration is more substantial and even jollier.
The Hallmark Channel has two new films, a new, original series premiere, and even a holiday cruise docuseries, which shows that there is no such thing as too early or too hot to declare that it is Christmas season. Die-hard fan of holiday romances or simply seeking some sentimental and warm fuzzy content, July 2025 is already turning out to be your Hallmark holiday paradise.
Grab your gingerbread latte (or iced peppermint mocha) and ready yourself, below we have it all you need to know about the Hallmark 2025 Christmas in July celebration, including how to watch.
What is Christmas in July at Hallmark?
Each July, Hallmark extends the holiday spirit into the summer months with an all-day block of programming full of reruns of fan-favorite movies, the premiere of new movies, and special holiday-themed programming.
It has become a fan-favorite midyear event of Hallmark viewers – and a means of acquiring some seasonal joy before the actual Countdown to Christmas in November.
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Christmas in July, 2025, is especially special, owing to:
Four new original Christmas films that appear each Saturday night.
The premiere of a romantic and quirky holiday series on the Hallmark Channel, Holidazed, which previously was exclusive to the Hallmark+ app.
The launch of the Christmas at Sea, four-part docuseries capturing Hallmark first-ever star-studded holiday cruise that includes celebrities, fans, and holiday fun.
What is New: 2025 Holiday Movie Lineup July
The new original movies will be shown at night every Saturday in the month of July on the Hallmark Channel.
- Unwrapping Christmas: Tina Miracle
First airs Saturday, July 6
Alec Santos & Natalie Hall in the leading roles
Tina does not believe in Christmas miracles, but then she gets stuck in a snow-covered village with an irresistible chocolatier. They both learn that even the coldest hearts may be warmed by love. - Unwrapping Christmas: letters to Nick
Saturday, July 13
Cast: Tyler Hynes & Autumn Reeser
What happens when the letters of a little girl to Santa Claus end up on the wrong desk, the one at a busy Washington, DC newspaper? Why, the too-busy journalist becomes her Christmas angel, of course, and discovers his own heart rekindled in the process. - Unwrapping Christmas: Homecoming Lane
Saturday: July 20
Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker Star
A business woman is forced to come home to tie up the loose ends of family business where she encounters her old flame and learns to ask herself what Christmas is all about. - Unwrapping Christmas: Season of Second Chances
Saturday, July 27
Starring Jonathan Bennett & Kat Graham
Two business competitors have to join efforts in order to revive a local Christmas market after a failed business deal but, in the process, it becomes clear that second chances always take on unexpected turns.
Look Out! Watch These Specials
Holidazed Hallmark Channel Premiere
Originally airing on Hallmark+, the eight-episode romantic dramedy focuses on five friends that love the holidays as they find love, loss, and humor in the most wonderful time of the year. Imagine Love Actually and Friends going out on a date and getting married. With tinsel.
Premieres on Thursdays, beginning July 4, on Hallmark Channel
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Christmas at Sea – Hop on the Hallmark Cruise!
Take an exclusive tour behind the scenes of the very first Hallmark fan cruise, a four-part docuseries with exclusive interviews, celebratory fan experiences, and surprise guest appearances with the likes of Lacey Chabert and Brennan Elliott.
Episode releases will be Sundays starting July 7 on Hallmark Channel and Hallmark+
Watching Hallmark Christmas in July
Now that Hallmark is off of Peacock, here are the best streaming options:
- Hallmark+ (Best Appropriate Content)
Stream everything Hallmark, plus exclusive shows and movies with Hallmark+, your best choice.
You will need to subscribe on a monthly basis
Live streams and movies in the library
- Philo
Philo is cheap and simple to operate, and you can get Hallmark Channel and Hallmark+ with the basic package.
$25/month
There were 70+ channels involved.
7 days free trial
- Frndly TV
An affordable streaming service to the holiday-addicted. Frndly TV allows you to stream all three Hallmark channels.
Prices begin at 7.99/month
Possesses cloud DVR
Easy and kid-friendly interface
- DirecTV Stream
The other cable option which has Hallmark. Our recommendation goes to viewers needing a classic, a TV guide interface.
Plans begin at 79.99/ month
Why Christmas in July is so popular with Fans
Christmas in July is more than a silly stunt by Hallmark and instead is a nostalgic stunt to many of its viewers during a mid-year mark.
The long-time Hallmark fan Michelle Osei said, “It is a warm hug in a stressful season to watch Christmas movies in July.” It adds some tinsel to the commonplace.”
Be it a small Christmas party, baking cookies or simply cuddling up in front of the AC, Christmas in July 2025 is the best reason to enjoy happiness, love and a bit of magic, even in the heat of summer.
