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Discover Christmas Movie Magic Filmed in Connecticut

Connecticut knows how to do Christmas. In fact, Connecticut is brimming with so much Christmas charm, it's become a go-to backdrop for holiday films by Hallmark, Netflix, and Lifetime with 22+ Christmas Movies filmed in Connecticut to date. Immerse yourself in holiday magic with a journey through the state, exploring the picture perfect towns where holiday movies come to life. Get ready to feel like you’re starring in your very own holiday movie! Here's how it works:

Connecticut Christmas Movie Trail

  1. Pick a movie from the trail. Click here for a closer look at the 22 Christmas movies filmed in CT!
  2. Watch your chosen movie with friends and family.
  3. Find the corresponding itinerary below to explore the filming locations and step into the scenes you’ve fallen in love with.
  4. Have a question about the trail? Check out our FAQ page.
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1. One Royal Holiday (2020)

One Royal Holiday, starring Laura Osnes, Aaron Tveit, Krystal Joy Brown, Tom McGowan, Geraldine Leer, and Victoria Clark, shot scenes in Woodstock, Putnam, Hartford. Check out these spots you can see in the movie:      

 

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2. Soul Santa (2021)

Soul Santa, starring Tamela J. Mann and David Mann, created its holiday magic in Norwich and Mansfield. Here's how to feel like you're in the movie:

 

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3. A Holiday in Harlem (2021)

A Holiday in Harlem, starring Olivia Washington, Will Adams, and Tina Lifford, found magic in various Hartford and East Hartford locations. Check out these spots where your favorite scenes were filmed:      

 

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4. Wally Lamb's Wishin' & Hopin' (2014)

Wishin' & Hopin', starring Molly Ringwald, Meatloaf, Danny Nucci, Chevy Chase, Cheri Oteri, Blanche Baker, Camila Banus, Sosie Bacon Conchata Ferrell, and Annabella Sciorra, was filmed in Norwich and Willimantic. Here's how to feel like you're in the movie:    

  • Stroll through downtown Willimantic for a brew and a bite.
  • Explore Norwich, home to an acclaimed spa and set near the casinos.
  • While in the area, drive by Norwich Free Academy, featured in the film. 

 

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5. Holiday for Heroes (2019)

Holiday for Heroes, starring Melisa Claire Egan, Marc Blucas, and Latarsha Rose, created Christmas magic in Stonington, Norwich, Mystic, Colchester, Waterford, New London. Check out these spots where your favorite scenes were filmed:      

 

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6. Christmas on Honeysuckle Lane (2018)

Christmas on Honeysuckle Lane, starring Alicia Witt, Colin Ferguson, Laura Leighton, Mary Beth McDonough, and Jill Larson, filmed scenes in quaint, historic Old Wethersfield. Check out these spots you can see in the movie:  

 

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7. Ghosts of Christmas Always (2022)

Ghosts of Christmas Always, starring Kim Matula, Ian Harding, Beth Leavel, Reginald VelJohnson, and Lori Tan Chin, set its backdrop in Hartford, Wethersfield, and West Hartford. Check out these spots where your favorite scenes were filmed:  

 

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8. A Very Merry Toy Store (2017)

A Very Merry Toy Store, starring Melissa Joan Hart, Mario Lopez, Brian Dennehy, Tara Strong, and Beth Broderick, shot scenes in New Britain and Middletown. Check out these spots seen in the film:

  • Explore the selection of creative toys for kids of all ages at Amato's Toy & Hobby.
  • Discover small businesses, culture, and more in downtown New Britain

 

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9. My Adventures with Santa (2019)

My Adventures with Santa, starring Denise Richards, Patrick Muldoon, and Barbara Eden, was filmed in the city of Meriden. Here's how you can explore the area like the characters in the movie:  

 

 

 

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10. Sugar Plum Twist (2021)

Sugar Plum Twist, starring Jamie Gray Hyder and Ektor Rivera, was filmed in many spots across the state from New London and Norwich to Old Saybrook, East Hampton, and Haddam. Check out these spots you can see in the movie:      

 

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11. The 12 Days of Christmas Eve (2022)

The 12 Days of Christmas Eve, starring Kelsey Grammer, Spencer Grammer, and Mitch Poulos, found its backdrop in Mystic, New London, Waterford, Groton, and Uncasville. Step into the magic of the film when you:

 

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12. Mystic Christmas (2023)

Mystic Christmas, starring Jessy Schram, Chandler Massey and Patti Murin, takes place — and was filmed — in one of Connecticut's most iconic towns. That's right... Mystic! Check out these spots you can see in the movie:      

 

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13. Trivia at St. Nick’s (2024)

Trivia at St. Nick’s, starring Brant Dauherty and Tammin Sursok, captured the season in the New London & Mystic area. Check out these spots where your favorite scenes were filmed:

 

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14. The Holiday Fix Up (2021)

The Holiday Fix Up, starring Jana Kramer, Ryan McPartlin, and Maria Menounos, was filmed in the southeastern area of Connecticut. Check out these spots where your favorite scenes were filmed:      

 

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15. Where Are You, Christmas? (2023)

Where Are You, Christmas? starring Lyndsy Fonseca, Michael Rady, Jim O’Heir and Julie Warner, was filmed along the shore in Mystic, Waterford, and Old Saybrook. Check out these spots where your favorite scenes were filmed: 

 

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16. Christmas at Pemberly Manor (2018)

Christmas at Pemberly Manor, starring Jessica Lowndes, Michael Rady, Cole Gleason, Elaine Hendrix, Maddie McCormick, and Steve Larkin, captured holiday cheer along the Connecticut shoreline in Essex and Old Lyme. Check out these spots where your favorite scenes were filmed:        

  • Get a dose of riverfront beauty on Main Street in Essex, where you’ll find shops, restaurants, and galleries.
  • While on Main Street, be sure to dine or stay at the historic Griswold Inn, featured in the movie. 

 

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17. A Very Nutty Christmas (2018)

A Very Nutty Christmas, starring Melissa Joan Hart, Barry Watson, Marissa Jaret Winokur, Rizwan Manji, and Conchata Ferrell, found a festive backdrop in Mystic and Centerbrook. Explore these spots where the movie was filmed:

 

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18. Next Stop, Christmas (2021)

Next Stop, Christmas, starring Lyndsy Fonseca, Chandler Massey, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, and Erika Slezek, was filmed at many Connecticut destinations across towns such as Essex, Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Chester, Deep River, East Lyme/Norwich. Check out these spots where your favorite scenes were filmed:      

 

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19. Romance at Reindeer Lodge (2017)

Romance at Reindeer Lodge, starring Nicky Whelan, Josh Kelly, Nichole Galicia, Beth Broderick, Robert Pine, James McCaffrey, and Lindsay Hartley, created Christmas charm in North Haven, Hamden, and Branford. Check out these spots you can see in the movie:    

  • Check out shops, antiques, sidewalk cafes and more in Branford Downtown.
  • While you're there, don't miss the Branford Green, seen in the movie. 

 

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20. The Santa Con (2014)

The Santa Con, starring Melissa Joan Hart, Barry Watson, Melissa Sagemiller, Scott Grimes, Jaleel White, and Wendy Williams, also found backdrops in Fairfield County. Explore these towns where the movie was filmed:

  • Find lively events and dining in Stamford.
  • Discover shoreline parks, museums, and live music Bridgeport.  
  • Relax at spas and beautiful beaches in Southport. 

 

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21. Broadcasting Christmas (2016)

Broadcasting Christmas, starring Melissa Joan Hart, Dean Cain, and Cynthia Gibb, was filmed all over Fairfield County. Discover these spots where they created holiday cheer:

 

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22. The Noel Diary (2022)

The Noel Diary, starring Justin Hartley, Barrett Doss, Bonnie Bedelia, and James Remar, was filmed in many spots across the state. Visit these locations featured in the movie:

 

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