# Hallmark Christmas‑in‑July 2026 > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hallmark-christmasinjuly-2026 > Updated: 2026-08-01T20:27:35.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 7. Hallmark Channel’s annual “Christmas‑in‑July” marathon ran from June 26 to July 31, 2026, showcasing classic holiday titles and debuting four original Christmas movies. The network’s first Disney World collaboration, the romantic‑comedy “Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True,” starring Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle, was promoted with on‑site clips and a trailer on July 2 that highlighted the Polynesian Village Resort, Cinderella’s Wishing Well and Main Street U.S.A. The film’s production wrapped with a celebration inside the park and is slated for Hallmark’s 2026 Countdown to Christmas lineup. The July schedule featured a new original movie each Saturday: “Christmas Under Construction” (July 4), “O Little Christmas Market” (July 11), “Snowbound for the Holidays” (July 18) and “Love Under the Mistletoe” (July 25). Regular Hallmark stars—including Jessica Lowndes, Daniel Lissing, Katherine Barrell, Stephen Huszar, Vanessa Lengies, Marcus Rosner, Jen Lilley and Nick Bateman—headlined the titles. The lineup also included the Hallmark+ exclusive debut of Season 2 of the unscripted series “Christmas at Sea” on July 1. During the same period Hallmark announced a new Hallmark+ limited series, “Paris is Always a Good Idea,” starring Chabert as Chelsea Martin. Adapted from Jenn McKinlay’s novel, the six‑episode romance follows a European road‑trip through Paris, a Spanish vineyard and the Irish hills, co‑starring Scott Michael Foster as Jason Knightly. The series expands the format to a longer narrative, portraying Chelsea, a nonprofit leader, seeking a major donation while navigating a rivalry‑turned‑alliance with Jason. Promotional interviews highlighted the actors’ personal reflections that echo the characters’ journeys, promising unexpected twists beyond a conventional romance. The series premiered on July 30 and generated enthusiastic fan reactions on social media, with Chabert posting a thank‑you video on Instagram and praising the cast and crew. The marathon also sparked budget‑friendly home‑decor trends. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-01: Lacey Chabert's Hallmark Series 'Paris Is Always a Good Idea' Debuts on Hallmark+ Hallmark+ premiered the six‑episode series 'Paris Is Always a Good Idea' on July 30, starring Lacey Chabert as Chelsea, a nonprofit exec navigating love and loss in Paris. Fans responded positively. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lacey-chaberts-hallmark-series-paris-is-always-a-good-idea-debuts-on-hallmark ### 2026-07-29: Hallmark's New Series 'Paris Is Always a Good Idea' Starring Lacey Chabert Hallmark+ debuts *Paris Is Always a Good Idea*, a six‑episode series starring Lacey Chabert and Scott Michael Foster, about a nonprofit leader’s unexpected journey through past loves in Paris. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hallmarks-new-series-paris-is-always-a-good-idea-starring-lacey-chabert ### 2026-07-15: Hallmark Channel's Christmas‑in‑July sparks budget‑friendly home‑decor trends Hallmark Channel’s Christmas‑in‑July movies highlight festive fashion, while Dollar Tree sells budget décor that mirrors the channel’s nostalgic aesthetic. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hallmark-channels-christmasinjuly-sparks-budgetfriendly-homedecor-trends ### 2026-07-06: Lacey Chabert Announces Disney World Holiday Film and New Paris Series for Hallmark Lacey Chabert will headline Hallmark’s Disney World Christmas film and the new Paris‑set series “Paris is Always a Good Idea,” both debuting later this year. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lacey-chabert-announces-disney-world-holiday-film-and-new-paris-series-for-hallmark ### 2026-07-02: Hallmark's Disney World Holiday Movie Trailer Released Hallmark Channel released the first trailer for its Disney World‑set holiday rom‑com “Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True,” starring Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle, set to debut in the 2026 “ 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hallmarks-disney-world-holiday-movie-trailer-released ### 2026-06-24: Hallmark Channel rolls out Christmas‑in‑July lineup and previews Lacey Chabert Disney World holiday movie Hallmark’s “Christmas in July” runs June 26‑July 31 with new movies and “Christmas at Sea” Season 2, while promoting Lacey Chabert’s Disney World holiday film. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hallmark-channel-rolls-out-christmasinjuly-lineup-and-previews-lacey-chabert-disney-world-holiday-mo ### 2026-05-29: Hallmark Channel rolls out Christmas‑in‑July 2026 movie lineup Hallmark Channel’s Christmas‑in‑July 2026 runs June 26‑July 31, debuting four new holiday movies and a Hallmark+ exclusive season of “Christmas at Sea.” 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hallmark-channel-rolls-out-christmasinjuly-2026-movie-lineup --- Cite as: Hallmark Christmas‑in‑July 2026. 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