It’s that time of the year. Christmas in July is in full swing with Hallmark rolling out their amazing collection of Christmas movies that make you want to crank up the A/C, pour a cup of hot cocoa and snuggle under a cozy blanket. I’ve come to realize this is a great way for me to live in denial as the days heat up. I’m not a summer gal. But even if you are, I’m sure you will be enjoying this month long marathon of Christmas movies.
For me, there’s something a little different this year. I’m all in on Christmas in July because a couple weeks ago I turned in the next Food Blogger mystery manuscript to my publisher and it’s set at Christmas. I can’t wait to share more details of the book with you in the coming weeks. Until then, I thought I’d pair a published cozy mystery set at Christmas with the coziest Christmas movies because this gal loves both!
MURDER AT THE CHRISTMAS COOKIE BAKE-OFF by Darci Hannah
Tucked away inside an old lighthouse in Beacon Harbor, Michigan, bakeshop café owner Lindsey Bakewellis ready to make her first Christmas in town shine bright. But her merry plans crumble fast when murder appears under the mistletoe . . .
With the spirit of the holidays wafting through the Beacon Bakeshop, Lindsey thinks she has the recipe for the sweetest Christmas ever—winning the town-wide cookie bake-off. Unfortunately, striving for a picture-perfect December in Beacon Harbor is a lot like biting into stale shortbread. Low on staff and bombarded by visits from family, Lindsey can barely meet demands at work, let alone summon the confidence to face fierce competition . . .
Self-appointed Christmas know-it-all Felicity Stewart is determined to take the top spot in the bake‑off, and she’s not afraid to dump a little coal in everyone’s stocking to do it. Just as the competition heats up, everything falls apart when the judge is found dead—and covered in crumbs from Lindsey’s signature cookie!
Solving a murder was never on Lindsey’s wish list. But with her reputation on the line during the happiest time of the year, she’ll need to bring her best talents to the table in order to sift out the true Christmas Cookie culprit.
Hallmark Christmas in July Movie Schedule for the week of July 30th – July 6th
Sunday 30th
12:01 AM
Christmas Next Door
Eric Randall, an author of bachelor lifestyle books, is left in charge of his niece and nephew for the holidays. Eric turns to his friend April, a lover of all things Christmas, for help. Stars Jesse Metcalfe and Fiona Gublemann.
2:01 AM
Christmas in Evergreen: Letters to Santa
Lisa Palmer’s trip home to Evergreen for the holidays finds her fulfilling the wishes of a Christmas Past and finding a romance full of Christmas magic. Stars Jill Wagner and Mark Deklin.
4:01 AM
The Mistletoe Secret
Aria hopes being selected for “Sterling Masters’ Big Holiday Adventure” will save Christmas in Midway. Little does she know that Alex Bartlett is the voice behind Sterling Masters. Stars Kellie Pickler, Tyler Hynes, Patrick Duffy.
6:00 AM
The Christmas Cottage
Interior designer Lacey and the maid-of-honor in her best friends wedding finds herself snowed in at the Christmas Cottage, alongside her ex-boyfriend. Stars Merritt Patterson and Steve Lund.
8:00 AM
Next Stop, Christmas
Angie is determined to spend Christmas alone but her usual commuter ride turns into a Christmas train that drops her off in her home town in 2011. Stars Lyndsy Fonseca, Chandler Massey, Lea Thompson, and Christopher Lloyd.
10:00 AM
A Royal Christmas
Prince Leopold, heir to the throne of Cordinia, falls in love with Emily Taylor, a humble seamstress from Philadelphia. But the young prince’s wishes are challenged by his mother, who wants him to marry royalty.
12:00 PM
Christmas Made to Order
Steven recruits holiday coordinator Gretchen to bring Christmas joy to his family. Neither expected the Christmas spirit to bring them closer to each other. Stars Alexa PenaVega and Jonathan Bennett.
2:00 PM
Coyote Creek Christmas
While throwing a “Christmas Around the World” party at her family’s inn, an event planner discovers Christmas magic with a charming father-son duo whose presence brings about tension and joy. Stars Janel Parrish and Ryan Paevey.
4:00 PM
Picture a Perfect Christmas
A photographer who travels the world takes a few days off around the holidays to care for her grandmother. While there, she meets her neighbor, DAVID who needs help watching his 7 year old nephew. Stars Merritt Patterson, Jon Cor.
6:00 PM
Falling Like Snowflakes
A photographer determined to complete her exhibit by capturing a rare photo of a 12-sided snowflake enlists the help of a childhood friend and they go on a mission they’ll never forget. Stars Rebecca Dalton, Marcus Rosner.
8:00 PM
A Biltmore Christmas
Screenwriter Lucy Hardgrove lands the job of a lifetime when she is hired to remake the beloved holiday movie “His Merry Wife!” Bethany Joy Lenz, Kristoffer Polaha, Jonathan Frakes.
10:00 PM
Never Kiss a Man in a Christmas Sweater
Single mom Maggie is facing Christmas alone until Lucas crashes into her life and becomes an unexpected houseguest. Together they overcome Christmas while finding comfort in their growing bond. Stars Ashley Williams, Niall Matter.
Monday July 1st
12:00 AM
Pride, Prejudice, and Mistletoe
When Darcy returns home to plan a Christmas charity event with her old rival Luke, she realizes what is important in life by repairing her relationship with her father and finding love. Stars Lacey Chabert and Brendan Penny.
9:00 AM
Sense, Sensibility & Snowmen
Christmas enthusiast party planners Ella and her sister Marianne clash with client Edward a not so jolly toy company CEO. Starring Erin Krakow and Luke Macfarlane.
11:00 AM
A Very Merry Mix-Up
A woman goes to meet her fiancé’s family at Christmas and winds up at the wrong house. Once the mistake is corrected, she realizes that her bond with the wrong family, and their eligible son, was stronger than she expected.
1:00 PM
A Magical Christmas Village
A Christmas Village brings the magic of Christmas to the lives of Summer and her family, healing old wounds and bringing new love to Summer and her family. Alison Sweeney, Luke Macfarlane, Marlo Thomas.
3:00 PM
The Holiday Sitter
When Sam, a workaholic bachelor, babysits his niece and nephew before the holidays, he recruits help from their handsome neighbor Jason and finds himself in an unexpected romance. Stars Jonathan Bennett and George Krissa.
5:00 PM
A Fabled Holiday
Talia and her childhood best friend Anderson unexpectedly reunite in a familiar looking town full of Christmas spirit that restores its visitors during their times of deep turmoil. Starring Brooke D’Orsay and Ryan Paevey.
7:00 PM
The Secret Gift of Christmas
A personal shopper helps her new client and recent widower reconnect with his young daughter, find them both everything on their wish list, and rediscover the joys of Christmas. Stars Meghan Ory, Christopher Russell.
9:00 PM
Christmas at the Plaza
When historian Jessica is hired to create The Plaza’s Christmas display, she finds more than facts while teaming up with handsome decorator Nick to bring the display to life. Starring Elizabeth Henstridge and Ryan Paevey.
11:00 PM
Checkin’ It Twice
A journeyman hockey player falls for a real estate agent in a career crisis when he’s traded to her hometown and moves into the cottage in her hockey loving family’s backyard. Starring Kim Matula and Kevin McGarry.
Tuesday July 2nd
9:00 AM
The Christmas House
When TV star Mike Mitchell’s parents ask him to bring back a revered family tradition, he revisits the Mitchell family magic of Christmases past. Stars Robert Buckley, Ana Ayora, Jonathan Bennett, Sharon Lawrence, Treat Williams.
11:00 AM
Where Are You, Christmas?
Addy wishes for a year without Christmas and she wakes up in a world of black and white. She must work together with the town mechanic to restore Christmas. Starring Lyndsy Fonseca, Michael Rady, Jim O’Heir, and Julie Warner.
1:00 PM
Christmas with a Kiss
A woman returns home to help with her family’s Christmas Carnival and romance ignites. A photo journalist curates a surprise reunion. Starring Mishael Morgan, Ronnie Rowe Jr. and Jaime M Callica.
3:00 PM
Christmas Class Reunion
Valedictorian Elle is determined to host a perfect 15-year high school reunion. She’s looking forward to seeing her high school crush Kam, but she finds unexpected support in bad boy Devin. Stars Aimeé Teegarden, Tanner Novlan.
5:00 PM
The Most Colorful Time of the Year
A colorblind school teacher finds romance when a student and her optometrist mom helphim see Christmas in color for the very first time. Stars Katrina Bowden, Christopher Russell.
7:00 PM
The Santa Summit
At a Santa themed holiday event, three teachers get their groove back, strengthen their friendship, and unexpectedly find love along the way. Stars Hunter King, Ben Hollingsworth.
9:00 PM
Catch Me If You Claus
Avery Quinn’s shot at anchoring news clashes with a Santa-suited intruder, Chris, who insists he’s Santa’s son on a first Christmas mission. They unravel a career-making story together. Starring Italia Ricci and Luke MacFarlane.
11:00 PM
Holiday Road
Nine strangers, stranded at an airport during the holidays, unite for a Christmas road trip to Denver. Misadventures lead to unexpected bonds and heartfelt conversations. Starring Warren Christie and Sara Canning.
Wednesday July 3rd
9:00 AM
Christmas Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses
Weeks before Christmas, Abbey is hired to decorate the estate of businessman Nick. She must break down the wall between her and Nick, all while keeping the holiday spirit alive. Starring Jill Wagner and Matthew Davis.
11:00 AM
Ghosts of Christmas Always
Katherine is a Ghost of Christmas Present and she must help one soul, Peter, rediscover his Christmas spirit. But this year has something unusual in store. Stars Kim Matula, Ian Harding, Lori Tan Chinn, Reginald VelJohnson.
1:00 PM
My Southern Family Christmas
When invited to cover a Pere Noel Christmas celebration in Louisiana, Campbell, a journalist meets her estranged father and his new family for the first time. Stars Jaicy Elliot, Ryan Rottman, with Moira Kelly, and Bruce Campbell.
3:00 PM
Christmas with the Darlings
When an assistant gives her final notice, she is drawn into helping the charming, younger brother of her wealthy boss as he looks after his orphaned nieces and nephew through Christmas. Stars Katrina Law and Carlo Marks.
5:00 PM
The Royal Nanny
MI5 agent Claire goes undercover as the royal nanny, and must overcome the challenges of her assignment, like resisting the charms of Prince Colin while keeping the family safe at Christmas. Stars Rachel Skarsten, Dan Jeannotte.
7:00 PM
Christmas Island
When a snowstorm diverts Kate’s first private flight en route to Switzerland to Christmas Island, she must team up with an air traffic controller to secure her dream job as the family’s pilot. Stars Rachel Skarsten, Andrew Walker.
9:00 PM
On the 12th Date of Christmas
Two co-workers vying for the same promotion are tasked to create a 12 Days of Christmas scavenger hunt to promote the premiere of a new hotel. Stars Mallory Jansen and Tyler Hynes.
11:00 PM
Christmas by Starlight
When her family’s beloved eatery, The Starlight Café, is slated for demolition, Annie vows to put a stop to it before Christmas. Stars Paul Campbell and Kimberley Sustad.
Thursday July 4th
9:00 AM
A Nashville Christmas Carol
A television producer is forced to work with the man who broke her heart on a country music Christmas special while being interrupted by Christmas spirits determined for her to revisit her past. Stars Jessy Schram and Wes Brown.
11:00 AM
Christmas Waltz
After Avery’s storybook Christmas wedding is canceled, a dance instructor helps her face her fears in life and fulfill her dream of learning to dance. Stars Lacey Chabert and Will Kemp.
1:00 PM
Long Lost Christmas
Interior designer Hayley plans to surprise her recently widowed mother Patricia with the perfect holiday present: the extended family she knows her mom yearns for. Stars Taylor Cole, Benjamin Ayres.
3:00 PM
Small Town Christmas
When a young novelist travels to the hometown of the man who inspired her book, she reconnects with an old flame and helps restore the town’s Christmas traditions. Stars Kristoffer Polaha and Ashley Newbrough.
5:00 PM
A Veteran’s Christmas
Separated from her K9 partner Captain Grace is stranded in a small town for Christmas. Judge Joe offers her a place to stay and takes it upon himself to show Grace everything she’s been missing. Stars Eloise Mumford, Sean Faris.
7:00 PM
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Single mom Jennifer Cullen is having trouble finding joy in the holiday season. Then her Uncle Ralph arrives at her home with the young, handsome Morgan Derby. Morgan’s love of Christmas, and life, is contagious.
9:00 PM
The Nine Lives of Christmas
Zachary Stone, a handsome bachelor with distaste for responsibility, sees his life change before his eyes when he decides to adopt a stray cat.
11:00 PM
A Christmas Melody
An inspiring Christmas story about a single mother, Kari, moving back to her hometown with her young daughter, Emily. When the little girl has a hard time adjusting, she seeks out the help of her music teacher, Danny.
Friday July 5th
The Nine Kittens of Christmas
Cat lovers Zachary and Marilee are thrown back together at Christmas when they’re tasked with finding homes for a litter of adorable kittens. Stars Brandon Routh, Kimberley Sustad, Gregory Harrison.
11:00 AM
My Grown-Up Christmas List
Taylor, a journalist, and Luke, in the military, share a special bond that grows between them over the course of several Christmases that they spend together and apart. Stars Kayla Wallace and Kevin McGarry.
1:00 PM
The Perfect Christmas Present
Tom is “Mr. Christmas,” the guy who can find the perfect gift for that special someone. But when he agrees to help a friend discover his girlfriend’s Christmas wish, he ends up getting too close, and she ends up falling for him.
3:00 PM
Sealed with a List
This holiday season, festive Carley sets out to conquer her list of abandoned resolutions from last year. Aided by coworker Wyatt, she finds love and the confidence to chase her dreams. Starring Katie Findlay and Evan Roderick.
5:00 PM
A Very Merry Bridesmaid
Leah’s 30th birthday is on Christmas Eve, the same day as her brother’s wedding. Her childhood crush is back in town for the wedding and he is determined to make sure her birthday is celebrated. Stars Emily Osment, Casey Deidrick.
7:00 PM
Christmas at Castle Hart
Brooke Bennett travels to Ireland with her sister for Christmas. While there, they meet a charming Earl, who, mistaking them for elite event planners, hires them to host an epic party at his castle. Lacey Chabert, Stuart Townsend.
9:00 PM
Falling Like Snowflakes
A photographer determined to complete her exhibit by capturing a rare photo of a 12-sided snowflake enlists the help of a childhood friend and they go on a mission they’ll never forget. Stars Rebecca Dalton, Marcus Rosner.
11:00 PM
Time for Us to Come Home for Christmas
Five guests are mysteriously invited to an inn to celebrate Christmas. With the help of the owner Ben, Sarah discovers that an event from the past may connect them and change their lives forever. Lacey Chabert, Stephen Huszar.
Saturday July 6th
6:00 AM
It’s Christmas, Eve
Mistletoe magic comes to town when a school superintendent, forced to make cutbacks, meets a widower music teacher and his 9-yr-old daughter. Stars LeAnn Rimes and Tyler Hynes.
8:00 AM
Jolly Good Christmas
When by-the-book architect David hires free-spirited personal shopper Anji, he finds himself on a wild ride across London in search of the perfect Christmas gift but finds something he wasn’t looking for. Will Kemp, Reshma Shetty.
10:00 AM
Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up
Emily and Jared lead the Evergreen Lane HOA toward another successful Christmas season. Lacey Chabert, Wes Brown.
12:00 PM
My Christmas Family Tree
When Vanessa receives the results from her Family Tree DNA test, she discovers a family she didn’t know existed and travels to their home for Christmas. Starring Aimee Teegarden, Andrew Walker, and James Tupper.
2:00 PM
Magic in Mistletoe
When Harrington Davis, author of the popular book series Magic in Mistletoe, loses his holiday spirit, his publicist, April, must step in to help him save his career and find the magic again. Stars Lyndie Greenwood, Paul Campbell.
4:00 PM
Write Before Christmas
Jessica sends Christmas cards to those special to her- the aunt who raised her, her brother, an aging popstar, the teacher that inspired her, and her friend that always tells the truth. Stars Torrey DeVitto, Chad Michael Murray.
6:00 PM
One Royal Holiday
When Anna offers a stranded mother and son shelter in a blizzard, she learns that they are the Royal Family of Galwick. Anna shows the Prince how they do Christmas in her hometown of Kentsbury. Stars Laura Osnes and Aaron Tveit.
8:00 PM
Three Wise Men and a Baby: Extended Cut
Three brothers get the surprise of their lives when they are forced to work together and care for a baby over the holidays. Starring Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes, Andrew Walker, and Margaret Colin.
10:15 PM
Everything Christmas
Lori Jo’s love for Christmas takes her on a road trip to Yuletide Springs, where Christmas is celebrated year-round, to participate in a longstanding town tradition to honor her late grandmother. Stars Cindy Busby, Corey Sevier.
There you have it, this coming week’s Hallmark Christmas movie schedule. For more information on the movies, click here and you’ll be directed to the Hallmark site. There are definitely some movies I intend to watch because I love them. The Most Wonderful Time of the Year is an old favorite and a new favorite is Magic in Mistletoe and one that gives me all the Xmas vibes along with writing books is a Small Town Christmas. I’d love to know which ones are your favorites and what you’ll be watching this week, just leave a comment below.
