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Hallmark's annual summer TV event, Christmas in July, is just around the corner, starting on July 5. This month-long celebration of holiday cheer will feature a mix of brand-new original Christmas movies, reruns of fan favorites, and a brand-new reality series.
About Christmas in July
Launched in 2012, Christmas in July has become a staple for Hallmark fans who crave Christmas magic even in the heat of July. Throughout the month, the Hallmark Channel will fill its schedule with a mix of brand-new original Christmas movies, reruns of fan favorites from past holiday seasons, and special programming like behind-the-scenes specials or holiday-themed reality shows.
Schedule for Christmas in July 2025
This year's Christmas in July officially starts on July 5 with the premiere of Unwrapping Christmas: Tina's Miracle at 8 p.m. ET. The film is one of four original holiday-themed movies airing consecutively on Saturday nights throughout July.
- Unwrapping Christmas: Tina's Miracle, starring Natalie Hall, debuts on July 5 at 8 p.m. ET.
- Unwrapping Christmas: Mia's Prince, starring Kathryn Davis, premieres on July 12 at 8 p.m. ET.
- Unwrapping Christmas: Lily's Destiny, starring Ashley Newbrough, debuts on July 19 at 8 p.m. ET.
- Unwrapping Christmas: Olivia's Reunion, starring Cindy Busby, premieres on July 26 at 8 p.m. ET.
In addition to the Unwrapping Christmas franchise, Hallmark is also premiering a brand-new reality series, Christmas at Sea, on July 7 at 8 p.m. ET. This all-new, four-part docuseries follows devoted Hallmark superfans aboard the network's inaugural Christmas Cruise, where they mingle with beloved stars like Jonathan Bennett, Wes Brown, Taylor Cole, and Sarah Drew.
What the Stars Have to Say
Actress Cindy Busby, star of Unwrapping Christmas: Olivia's Reunion, shared her excitement about celebrating Christmas twice a year. "I'm a fan of all Christmas all year round. I think Christmas is one of the happiest times," she said during a June 2025 appearance on the Heart in Motion podcast.
How to Watch
Viewers can watch Christmas in July live on the Hallmark Channel and on its streaming service, Hallmark+.
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Get ready to deck the halls and jingle your bells with Hallmark's Christmas in July 2025!