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Hallmark is delivering more holiday magic! The company has confirmed that the Hallmark Christmas Experience will return in 2025 for a second season of “joy, wonder, and cherished memories.” 

This year’s event will feature more appearances from fan-favorite Hallmark Channel stars, such as Jonathan Bennett and Lacey Chabert, as well as workshops, signature dining experiences, and more. The merry celebration kicks off Thanksgiving weekend and runs through December 21 at Hallmark’s headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri.  

Hallmark Christmas Experience tickets go on sale June 17 

While the Christmas season is still months away, Hallmark superfans can start planning their trip to the 2025 Hallmark Christmas Experience now. Tickets go on sale June 17 at ExperienceHallmarkChristmas.com. 

There are several levels of tickets available. The “Be Merry” package costs $259 per person and includes entrance to “Stars on Stage” shows (which feature appearances from Hallmark actors), a ticket to the light walk, access to a special community room for package ticket holders, entrance to a Hallmark movie watch party, exclusive discounts and access to event merch, and more. 

The “Find Magic” package costs $699 per person and includes everything in the lower-priced package as well a group photo opp with Hallmark stars, fast lane access for the “Stars on Stage” shows, admission to a “Create & Learn” workshop, access to the Find Magic VIP lounge, and early access to Christmas-themed B&B rooms at The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center. 

Not willing to commit to an entire weekend of Hallmark cheer? Individual tickets are available to panel discussions and events with the network’s stars, such as “Hallmark Hunks: Ask Me Anything,” “How We Make the Movies,” and “Hallmark Murder Mystery Live!” You can also get tickets to individual “Create & Learn” workshops, and dining experiences. Hallmark’s Christmas Square itself is free to enter and features tree light shows, festive treats, a card-sending station, and a holiday market. 

Which Hallmark stars can you see in person at the Hallmark Christmas Experience? 

Dozens of Hallmark stars will be in Kansas City for this year’s Hallmark Christmas Experience. Many are already looking forward to connecting with fans in person. 

“They tried to keep me away – some would say begged – but no way José – had too much fun last year meeting all of you wonderful Hallmark and [When Calls the Heart] fans,” Kevin McGarry wrote on Instagram. 

“Getting to meet you all, hear how these movies have touched your lives, and feel that Christmas magic together… it means more than you know,” Andrew Walker wrote on his social media. “Every conversation, every hug, every shared story—It reminds me why we do this.

Which other Hallmark stars will you be able to see live at this year’s Hallmark’s Christmas Experience? Here’s the full lineup: 

  • November 28-30: Benjamin Ayres, B.J. Britt, Robert Buckley, Paul Campbell, Taylor Cole, Rhiannon Fish, Tyler Hynes, Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe, Jessy Schram, Kimberley Sustad, and Andrew Walker
  • December 5-7: Jonathan Bennett, Wes Brown, Lacey Chabert, Warren Christie, Nikki DeLoach, Brennan Elliott, Ginna Claire Mason, Niall Matter, Tamera Mowry, Melissa Peterman, and Andrew Walker
  • December 12-14: Benjamin Ayres, Erin Cahill, Brooke D’Orsay, Sarah Drew, Pascale Hutton, Erin Krakow, Viv Leacock, Kevin McGarry, Chris McNally, Peter Mooney, and Kavan Smith
  • December 19-21: Rachel Boston, John Brotherton, Heather Hemmens, Tyler Hynes, Hunter King, Barbara Niven, Brendan Penny, Kristoffer Polaha, Holly Robinson Peete, Evan Roderick, and Victor Webster

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