Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Towns Contest
https://merriestchristmastownscontest.hallmarkchannel.com/
Essay and photo required
One (1) Grand Prize: The “Grand Prize” is for the Location to receive the designation of “Hallmark’s
Merriest Christmas Town” and includes the opportunity for the Location to be the filming location for a
Hallmark movie. Further contracts and agreements shall be negotiated between the Sponsor and the
applicable Location Authorized Representatives.
Twenty-Five (25) Runner Ups: Each Runner Up Location will receive an official designation for the
Location as an “Official Hallmark Christmas Town”, and includes a promotional toolkit (for a period of
time designated by Hallmark,) which includes:
● Official 2026 Hallmark Christmas Town Digital Seal – A custom graphic badge towns can use across
websites, tourism materials, and social media to promote free events only.
● Social & Marketing Templates – Ready-to-use graphics, captions, and story templates designed to
help communities promote their recognition and holiday programming
Countdown To Christmas Promotional Assets – Approved Hallmark Channel imagery, logos, and
messaging that towns can use in local promotions tied to the Countdown to Christmas season.