Peanuts franchise announces new holiday content for 2026

The Peanuts franchise is expanding its holiday offerings for the 2026 season with both live entertainment and animated content.

Knott’s Merry Farm will debut a new version of the Snoopy on Ice show titled ‘Snoopy’s Merry Christmas Follies’ at the Walter Knott Theater. The theme park’s holiday lineup also includes the ‘Tis the Season Tree Lighting Ceremony, ‘Home for the Holidays’ at the Calico Mine Stage, and melodramas at the Bird Cage Theatre based on works by Charles Dickens and O. Henry.

In animation, Apple TV will release ‘Snoopy Presents: 12 Days of Snoopy’ on digital streaming on November 13, 2026. Directed by Matt Ferguson, the special follows Snoopy as he attempts to get off Santa’s naughty list. The production features original music from artists including John Legend, Kamasi Washington, Leon Bridges, and Laufey.