Illinois Town Wins Hallmark Channel’s First-Ever Merriest Christmas Town – Berlin, MD a Finalist

By Mari Lou | October 22, 2026

Carlinville, Illinois was named as the first-ever Hallmark Channel’s Merriest Christmas town after a contest the channel held earlier this year. Also in the running of 25 finalists – Berlin, MD. Berlin still remains an official Hallmark Christmas Town and will be featured on its website, bringing national attention to the historic downtown. Carlinville, Illinois,…

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