Best Hallmark Star Moments at the 2025 Christmas Experience

The Hallmark Christmas Experience has become the kind of festive phenomenon fans dream about all year. The latest Kansas City celebration really showed why.

From wild improv and goofy fan games to those honest, sometimes hilarious moments between stars and fans, the weekend was a blur of laughs, surprises, and, yes, plenty of swooning. It wasn’t just a holiday event—it was a peek behind the scenes at Hallmark stars being their most real, unfiltered, and sometimes downright cheeky selves.

The Hallmark Christmas Experience: More Than Just Holiday Cheer

Kansas City was the fourth and final stop for this year’s Hallmark Christmas Experience. It just might have been the most memorable one yet.

Held December 19 through 21, the event mixed up scripted fun with off-the-cuff chaos. It was a reminder of why Hallmark still rules the cozy holiday scene.

Panels, games, photo ops, and surprise performances filled every corner. Honestly, it felt more like a big family reunion than a formal convention—inside jokes, playful teasing, and moments fans will be replaying in their heads for a long time.

A Dating Game Moment That Had Everyone Gasping

B.J. Britt stole the show during a Hallmark Channel Dating Game spoof. When asked about his superhero costume and its powers, Britt stood up and joked that maybe his birthday suit would do the trick.

The crowd lost it. Andrew Walker and Robert Buckley jumped in, chanting along with everyone else, turning it into a moment of pure, unpredictable fun.

Britt didn’t actually go any further, but the tease was enough to set social media on fire and make it an instant fan favorite.

Why Silliness Became the Weekend’s Secret Weapon

Robert Buckley later admitted that the weekend’s silly tone hit his sweet spot. The laughter wasn’t staged—it just happened, and fans ate it up.

That willingness to be goofy made the whole thing feel special. There was a sense that everyone was in on the joke together.

Taylor Cole and the Return of Frosé Alday

If anyone could upstage the rest, it was Taylor Cole and her winter alter ego, Frosé Alday. Fans from the Hallmark Christmas Cruise probably saw it coming, but seeing the snowwoman again at this event was a whole new level.

Cole, in a giant inflatable snowman suit, jumped, rolled, and even pretended to melt during a Family Feud-style game with fans and stars. The audience just couldn’t stop laughing.

Comedy Meets Commitment

What really made it work? Cole didn’t hold back. She threw herself into the role, and honestly, it’s no wonder she’s become such a fan favorite.

There was a sense that the stars were willing to get a little ridiculous, just for the fans’ sake.

A Christmas Story Retelling Gone Completely Off the Rails

Hallmark fans expect wholesome, but the improvised retelling of the Christmas Story was something else. Paul Campbell and Kimberley Sustad wrote it, but it spun out of control when several leading men jumped in as the Wise Men.

Suddenly, Tyler Hynes and Jonathan Bennett were sitting on top of B.J. Britt, who was on all fours as an animal at the manger. It was absurd, irreverent, and honestly, kind of perfect.

Why Fans Couldn’t Stop Laughing

The best part? The stars poked fun at themselves. Instead of playing it safe, they embraced the chaos.

It was rare to see the Hallmark crowd drop their polished personas and just go for the laughs.

When Weather Threatened the Fun, the Stars Saved the Night

Even bad weather couldn’t ruin things. When outdoor plans got scrapped, organizers hustled to move everything inside.

What happened next was an indoor bash with a live band, comedy sketches, and unexpected music performances.

Jessy Schram’s Nerve-Wracking, Heartwarming Moment

Jessy Schram got thrown into a surprise mini-concert. She was nervous—who wouldn’t be?

But as soon as she hit the stage, her fellow Hallmark stars rushed up front, cheering and fangirling. It was genuine, and you could feel the support.

A Family Affair on Stage

Jonathan Bennett’s husband, Jaymes Vaughan, also performed. It felt less like work and more like a family celebration.

Fans got to see entertainers lifting each other up, right there in the moment.

Tyler Hynes: The Gentleman Who Won the Weekend

Can’t talk about the Hallmark Christmas Experience without mentioning Tyler Hynes. Fans call him the heartthrob with a heart of gold, and it’s honestly hard to disagree.

Whether it was talking with fans in storage rooms or helping other stars up the stairs, Hynes was thoughtful all weekend.

Small Gestures That Made a Big Impact

He’d stand every time a female co-star took the stage. He gave fans his full attention during conversations.

People noticed. And, unsurprisingly, they loved him even more for it.

The Photo Ops That Meant Everything

Some of the most meaningful moments didn’t even happen on stage, but in the photo op room. Fans waited, spent their money, and got real attention from the stars.

The photos showed arms around shoulders, heads leaned in, and stars listening to personal stories.

Why These Moments Matter

Most meet-and-greets are rushed, but not here. The Hallmark stars actually slowed down, connecting instead of just posing.

They juggled filming, panels, games, and tree lightings, but never lost sight of why they were there: the fans.

A Picture-Perfect Ending to a Magical Weekend

What made the Hallmark Christmas Experience so special? It wasn’t just a single moment or highlight.

The real magic came from the collective spirit—generosity, humor, and a feeling of gratitude hung in the air. The stars didn’t just perform; they showed up as real people who genuinely get how much their work means to fans.

By the end, you could feel it—this wasn’t just another holiday event. There’s something about Hallmark that sticks with people, year after year.

Maybe it’s the warmth, or the way everyone connects, or just the simple act of showing up when it actually matters.