HALLMARK CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE RETURNS BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER WITH A STAR-STUDDED LINEUP AND MORE NEW WAYS TO CELEBRATE SEASON
Enjoy a Festive Flurry of Christmas Magic with Hallmark Stars, Artists, and Fellow Fans
Start Planning Your Trip Now before Tickets Go on Sale June 17 at ExperienceHallmarkChristmas.com
KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hallmark Christmas Experience, the ultimate destination for holiday celebration, returns this season to the home of Hallmark's headquarters in Kansas City. Following last year's inaugural run that stole the hearts of tens of thousands of Hallmark fans near and far, this year's Hallmark Christmas experience will deliver even more joy, wonder, and cherished memories every weekend from Thanksgiving to Christmas. Today, Hallmark drops an early Christmas gift, announcing the dazzling Hallmark star lineup and the event schedule to help fans start planning their trips before tickets go on sale June 17 at 10am CT on ExperienceHallmarkChristmas.com.
At the Hallmark Christmas Experience, fans can step into the world of a Hallmark Christmas with activities like Create and Learn workshops with Hallmark Artists, photo opportunities with Hallmark Stars, Signature Dining Experiences, and much more. As for what the Hallmark movie superfans have all been waiting for, Countdown to Christmas enthusiasts can get a sneak peek behind the curtain and catch their beloved Hallmark actors in Stars on Stage productions, including holiday spirit-inspired games and competitions, yuletide panel discussions, and movie screenings. Guests can visit the event website to learn more and choose their own adventure:
Find Magic Ticket Package
Be Merry Ticket Package
Individual Tickets
To help plan your trip, the Hallmark stars eager to celebrate the holiday season with fans are:
WEEKEND ONE, 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
WEEKEND TWO, 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
WEEKEND THREE, 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
WEEKEND FOUR, 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*Talent lineups are subject to change.
"The much-anticipated return of the Hallmark Christmas Experiences allows us the opportunity to continue building a space where Hallmark's purpose-driven values come to life, and where connection, community and Christmas cheer come together," said Lindsey Roy, Hallmark's SVP, Branded Experiences. "We're so delighted to gather our brightest Hallmark stars and our most passionate brand fans to make this holiday season another one to remember."
What's more, guests can feel the magic on weekends at the Crown Center Square, which will deck the halls as the ultimate open-to-the-public go-to destination for nightly tree light shows, live music, and shopping from local vendors. With a one-of-a-kind Hallmark Card sending station, festive food and drink, and event-exclusive merchandise, fans are in store for endless fun and festivities.
For an exclusive video sneak peek of what's in store, please click HERE. Check out ExperienceHallmarkChristmas.com to start planning your trip and visit us on social at @HallmarkChristmasKC to share your memories and special moments all season long.
About Hallmark
For more than 100 years, family-owned Hallmark Cards, Inc. has been dedicated to creating a more emotionally connected world. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, and employing more than 20,000 worldwide, the company operates a diversified portfolio of businesses. The Hallmark business designs and sells greeting cards, gifts, ornaments and gift packaging in more than 30 languages with distribution in nearly 100 countries and 100,000 rooftops worldwide, including a network of company-owned and independently-owned Hallmark Gold Crown stores in five countries. Hallmark Media is entertainment's leading destination for feel-good content and operates three cable networks – Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mystery, and Hallmark Family. Hallmark+, launched in 2024, is our streaming service and membership program delivering the very best of Hallmark all in one place, featuring a blend of all new Hallmark original series, movies, and other feel-good content plus monthly discounts and rewards for shopping at Hallmark retail stores and at Hallmark.com. Crown Center is a real estate development company that manages the 85-acre hotel, office, entertainment and residential campus surrounding Hallmark's headquarters. Crayola® offers a wide range of art materials and creative play toys designed to spark children's creativity around the globe. For more information, visit Hallmark.com. Connect on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hallmark-christmas-experience-returns-bigger-and-better-than-ever-with-a-star-studded-lineup-and-more-new-ways-to-celebrate-season-302477099.html
SOURCE Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Yahoo
Sony Music Labels Acquires Full Rights of Globally Beloved "Spookiz" and Launches Character Business
― Leveraging Expertise Cultivated in the Music Business to Create New Value ― TOKYO, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Music Labels Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director & President: Manabu Tsujino, hereinafter referred to as "Sony Music Labels") has acquired full rights to globally beloved content "Spookiz." This marks the first time that Sony Music Labels, which primarily focuses on music recording business, has come to acquire animated character content. "Spookiz" primarily features 1~3 minutes short non-verbal animations and has garnered a global fanbase in the United States, in Asia (e.g., Philippines, Singapore, India, Japan), in Latin America (e.g., Brazil and Mexico), and in Europe (e.g., United Kingdom). Currently, the official YouTube channel has around 6.1 million subscribers. This year, Sony Music Labels will produce new "Spookiz" animations and launch a new season, while also developing and introducing new characters. Additionally, there will be a focus on creating content that incorporates music to reach and engage with an even wider age group. Sony Music Labels will leverage its expertise cultivated in the music business to create content filled with originality and conduct innovative marketing to further enhance global tuned for exciting new developments in the world of "Spookiz." • Overview on "Spookiz"Synopsis:At an elementary school in the middle of the night, these adorable and wacky monsters come to life! [Spooky + Kids = Spookiz] Cula – boastful and mischievous yet lovable DraculaFrankie – kindhearted Frankenstein obsessed with foodKebbi – energetic and carefree but unpredictable GoblinKongkong – slightly devious but cute Chinese GhostZizi – charming and bright Zombie with a smell Each of the five monsters has their own unique colors and shapes as well as personalities are all showtime for these adorable monsters starts now! Content Introduction:Sony Music Labels will be working with Keyring Co., Ltd., a South Korea based animation studio renowned for its creative prowess and production capabilities. "Spookiz" is an animated character content that primarily features short non-verbal animations. The official YouTube channel, which is the main content distribution platform, has around 6.1 million subscribers (currently as of June 12) and over 3.1 billion total views (currently as of June 12). YouTube Channel: Homepage: • Comments from Sony Music Labels, Representative Director & President: Tsujino ManabuSony Music Labels is embarking on a new a record company, Sony Music Labels has acquired the globally beloved "Spookiz."Building on the expertise cultivated in the music business and with the support of creators and partners, Sony Music Labels will aim to transform these monsters into stars, much like the way artists are developed. The characters will engage in even more heartfelt activities through animation, music, and other mediums. So please stay tuned for the exciting developments ahead. • Usage of Visuals in PublicationPlease include the following credit / copyright in publications using the included visuals.©Sony Music Labels Inc. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sony Music Labels Inc. Melden Sie sich an, um Ihr Portfolio aufzurufen.
Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Yahoo
Tommy Wirkola Returning to Direct ‘Violent Night 2' (Exclusive)
Tommy Wirkola is back in the sleigh for Violent Night 2, the sequel to its Christmas-themed action movie released in 2022, sources tell The Hollywood Reporter. The studio on Wednesday dated the sequel for a Dec. 4, 2026 unwrapping. More from The Hollywood Reporter 'Street Fighter' Movie Removed From Calendar as Phoebe Dynevor Shark Thriller Moves Back a Year Phoebe Dynevor Shark Thriller From Tommy Wirkola Gets Title and Summer 2025 Release Tommy Wirkola on Going From Nazi Zombies in 'Dead Snow' to Singing Semen in 'Spermageddon' David Harbour is back as the icepick-stabbing, skate-slashing Santa Claus, who in the first movie was a bitter drunk headed towards turning back on the holiday until a little girl shows him the light. It's unclear if his lucidity will remain intact for the second outing. Also unclear is if the new story will include Mrs. Claus, briefly mention in the first movie. Universal is eying a September start of production in Winnipeg. Kelly McCormick and David Leitch of 87North are back as producers as are screenwriting team Pat Casey and Josh Miller. Violent Night proved to be a solid hit, gifting the studio a $50 million domestic haul on a budget of around $20 million. It took in an additional $25.9 million from international markets. Wirkola's previous credits include the Norwegian horror hit Dead Snow and relationship action comedy The Trip. In 2022, the filmmaker told The Hollywood Reporter he and the writers were already talking of a sequel that could incorporate ideas they couldn't fit into the first movie. 'We don't see the North Pole, we don't see Mrs. Claus and we don't see the elves,' Wirkola said. 'There were also a few ideas that we loved in the script, but we had to cut them because we couldn't afford to shoot them.' Wirkola is repped by CAA and Untitled Entertainment. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 13 of Tom Cruise's Most Jaw-Dropping Stunts Hollywood Stars Who Are One Award Away From an EGOT 'The Goonies' Cast, Then and Now
Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Yahoo
Paul H. Kim Named COO of CJ 4DPLEX, Americas
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, today announced the appointment of Paul H. Kim as Chief Operating Officer of CJ 4DPLEX Americas. Kim, a seasoned entertainment executive experienced in content strategy, production and business operations, will oversee daily operations and drive strategic growth for the company's premium cinema formats, SCREENX and 4DX. As COO, Kim will continue to manage and build CJ 4DPLEX's relationships with Hollywood studios, filmmakers and talent while strengthening operational efficiency, and expanding CJ 4DPLEX's footprint in the global entertainment industry. Prior to his appointment as COO, Kim served as Senior Vice President of Content & Production, where under his leadership, SCREENX grew from an emerging format to showcasing a full slate of over 26 Hollywood releases annually. He has negotiated long-term studio agreements that ensured direct investment in the format and spearheaded efforts to introduce the first animated SCREENX films in partnership with Illumination and DreamWorks. Kim has also played a key role in growing the company's in-house VFX capabilities. "Paul's deep understanding of production, technology and operations, along with his long-standing commitment to CJ 4DPLEX, uniquely qualifies him for this position," said Don Savant, CEO of CJ 4DPLEX America. "Throughout his extensive tenure with the company, Paul has been vital in shaping our premium formats and enhancing our presence and relationships in Hollywood. His dedication and leadership will be essential as we continue to grow and innovate in the cinematic space." "I am honored to take on this new role at CJ 4DPLEX, Americas and continue driving the company's vision of redefining the cinematic experience," said Kim. "With the growing demand for premium formats, I look forward to working more closely with our studio partners, creative teams, and exhibitors to bring audiences even more unforgettable moviegoing experiences." In 2011, Kim began his career at CJ4DPLEX's parent company CJ Group, which also includes entertainment powerhouses CJ CGV, the fifth largest theater chain in the world, and CJ ENM (CJ Entertainment & Media), who produced the Academy Award®-winning film, "Parasite." Kim played a foundational role in the development of SCREENX in 2012, helping take the format from an early concept to full commercialization. SCREENX, which showcases a 270-degree panoramic viewing experience, is now featured in over 425 locations worldwide. Kim's move to Los Angeles in 2015 marked a pivotal shift in expanding CJ 4DPLEX's presence in Hollywood, helping strengthen its relationships with major studios and secure the company's position in the industry. Kim's promotion marks a new chapter for CJ 4DPLEX as the company continues to push the boundaries of cinematic storytelling. With a focus on innovation and strategic expansion, CJ 4DPLEX is poised for continued growth in the global entertainment landscape. About CJ 4DPLEXCJ 4DPLEX is a leading, next-generation cinema technology company, headquartered in Seoul with international offices in Los Angeles, Beijing, and London. The company has created innovative film technologies for theaters worldwide that include 'SCREENX', '4DX', and 'Ultra 4DX' for consumers to experience films in ways that were never before possible. CJ 4DPLEX is a part of the CJ Group conglomerate that also includes entertainment powerhouses CJ CGV, the fifth largest theater chain in the world, and CJ ENM (CJ Entertainment & Media), who produced the Academy Award®, Golden Globe® and SAG Awards winning film, "Parasite". SCREENX is the world's first multi-projection cinema with an immersive 270 degree field of view. By expanding the image beyond the frame and onto the walls of the theater, SCREENX places the audience directly at the center of the story, creating a visually immersive viewing experience unlike any other. To date, there are over 435 SCREENX auditoriums around the world in 40 countries. 4DX provides moviegoers with a multi-sensory cinema-going experience, allowing audiences to connect with movies through motion, vibration, water, wind, snow, lightning, scents, and other special effects that enhance the visuals on-screen. Each 4DX auditorium incorporates motion-based seating synchronized with more than 21 different effects and optimized by a team of skilled editors. To date, there are over 775 4DX auditoriums around the world, spanning over 70 countries. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE CJ 4DPLEX Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
