The holidays are here — and what better than Hallmark Channel to welcome them!On Wednesday, Hallmark Channel hosted a Countdown to Christmas Sing-along Drive-in Experience at The Americana at Brand, which featured performances from the likes ofJordin Sparks, Train andForest Blakk— and appearances from Hallmark Channel’s favorite stars.Along with the set of the performance, fans got to see some of their favorite actors tease their upcoming Christmas specials, including formerDesperate HousewivesstarsJames DentonandTeri Hatcher, who reunited ahead of the release of theirA Kiss Before Christmasfilm, which is set to release Nov. 21.James Denton and Teri Hatcher.Lucas Rossi/Peach Hill Media"I think Hallmark Christmas movies are really special because there’s a lot more diversity in storytelling," said actressAshley Williams, who stars inSister Swap: Christmas in the City.Jordin Sparks.Lucas Rossi/Peach Hill MediaAdds Sparks, “Everybody wants love. Everybody wants a great, amazing Christmas with family. The movies make you feel like those things can happen to you!“Jordin Sparks, Holly Robinson Peete and James Denton and Teri Hatcher.Lucas Rossi/Peach Hill MediaAdditionally,Mean GirlsstarJonathan Bennettmade an appearance, ahead of the release ofThe Christmas House 2: Deck Those Hallson Dec. 18.Attendees were able to experience a winter wonderland at the event, which featured ballet dancers, fake snow and a photo moment with Santa Claus himself.Lisa Hamilton Daly EVP Programming, Crown Media Family Networks, James Denton, Teri Hatcher, Wonya Lucas President and CEO, Crown Media Family Networks.courtesy hallmark channelThey were also able to decorate their vehicles with reindeer antlers and grab hot cocoa and snacks before getting to watch some of their favorite stars on stage.“When it comes to decorations, we air on the side of panic,” joked Williams.courtesy hallmark channel"The Bennett-Vonn household, when it comes to decorating for Christmas, we go big!” added Bennett.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Jordin Sparks, Caroline Rhea, Ashley Williams, Lacey Chabert, Lisa Hamilton Daly EVP Programming, Crown Media Family Networks, Wonya Lucas President and CEO, Crown Media Family Networks, Jonathan Bennett.courtesy hallmark channelAlso in attendance were Holly Robinson Peete and Lyriq Bent, who are set to star inOur Christmas Journey, out Dec. 4.The new set of Hallmark Channel holiday films began airing in late October. CatchGingerbread Miracleon Friday at 8 p.m. on Hallmark Channel.
The holidays are here — and what better than Hallmark Channel to welcome them!
On Wednesday, Hallmark Channel hosted a Countdown to Christmas Sing-along Drive-in Experience at The Americana at Brand, which featured performances from the likes ofJordin Sparks, Train andForest Blakk— and appearances from Hallmark Channel’s favorite stars.
Along with the set of the performance, fans got to see some of their favorite actors tease their upcoming Christmas specials, including formerDesperate HousewivesstarsJames DentonandTeri Hatcher, who reunited ahead of the release of theirA Kiss Before Christmasfilm, which is set to release Nov. 21.
James Denton and Teri Hatcher.Lucas Rossi/Peach Hill Media
“I think Hallmark Christmas movies are really special because there’s a lot more diversity in storytelling,” said actressAshley Williams, who stars inSister Swap: Christmas in the City.
Jordin Sparks.Lucas Rossi/Peach Hill Media
Adds Sparks, “Everybody wants love. Everybody wants a great, amazing Christmas with family. The movies make you feel like those things can happen to you!”
Jordin Sparks, Holly Robinson Peete and James Denton and Teri Hatcher.Lucas Rossi/Peach Hill Media
Additionally,Mean GirlsstarJonathan Bennettmade an appearance, ahead of the release ofThe Christmas House 2: Deck Those Hallson Dec. 18.
Attendees were able to experience a winter wonderland at the event, which featured ballet dancers, fake snow and a photo moment with Santa Claus himself.
Lisa Hamilton Daly EVP Programming, Crown Media Family Networks, James Denton, Teri Hatcher, Wonya Lucas President and CEO, Crown Media Family Networks.courtesy hallmark channel
They were also able to decorate their vehicles with reindeer antlers and grab hot cocoa and snacks before getting to watch some of their favorite stars on stage.
“When it comes to decorations, we air on the side of panic,” joked Williams.
courtesy hallmark channel
“The Bennett-Vonn household, when it comes to decorating for Christmas, we go big!” added Bennett.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
Jordin Sparks, Caroline Rhea, Ashley Williams, Lacey Chabert, Lisa Hamilton Daly EVP Programming, Crown Media Family Networks, Wonya Lucas President and CEO, Crown Media Family Networks, Jonathan Bennett.courtesy hallmark channel
Also in attendance were Holly Robinson Peete and Lyriq Bent, who are set to star inOur Christmas Journey, out Dec. 4.
The new set of Hallmark Channel holiday films began airing in late October. CatchGingerbread Miracleon Friday at 8 p.m. on Hallmark Channel.
source: people.com
