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SiriusXM Christmas channels return with 25 handcrafted options

SiriusXM announced on October 28, 2026, that its holiday music lineup returns with 25 handcrafted channels. The programming begins Monday, November 2, and features traditional staples alongside seasonal hits. Offerings include Hallmark Radio, Trans-Siberian Orchestra Radio, and the Mannheim Steamroller Channel. Many channels launch simultaneously in cars and on the SiriusXM app.

Listeners can record voice or video messages through the Seasons Greetings site to share holiday memories, request songs, or send shout-outs. Selected messages may air on participating channels.

The channels stream on the SiriusXM app and in vehicles for subscribers. Eligible customers receive the first three months free. Additional details appear at siriusxm.com/music/holidays.

70s/80s Holiday highlights hits from The Carpenters, The Jackson 5, Wham!, and Bruce Springsteen and streams on the app from November 2 through December 27. Acoustic Christmas presents acoustic performances by Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers, Kacey Musgraves, and The Lumineers plus emerging artists; it runs on the app November 2 through December 27 and on channel 17 December 24 through December 25. Cool Jazz Christmas features instrumentals and vocals from Dave Koz, David Benoit, Kenny G, Boney James, Diana Krall, Laufey, and Anita Baker on the app November 2 through December 27.

Christmas Spirit airs contemporary Christian holiday music from artists heard on The Message and states that the reason for the season is celebrated in song. The channel is available on the app November 2 through January 6 and on channel 79 December 2 through December 27. Country Christmas mixes traditional and contemporary tracks by George Strait, Carrie Underwood, Willie Nelson, and Lainey Wilson on the app November 2 through December 27 and on channel 58 December 2 through December 27. Hallmark Radio returns with timeless carols and new music from this year's original movies and series on the app and channel 300 November 2 through December 27; messages can be left on the Joy Line.

Holiday Chill-Out delivers downtempo electronic and house music on the app November 2 through December 27. Holiday Instrumentals offers vocal-free versions of seasonal melodies on the app during the same period. Holiday Pops includes works by Handel, Tchaikovsky, and John Rutter performed by King's College Choir, the Boston Pops, and the Tabernacle Choir on the app November 2 through December 27 and on channel 66 December 24 through December 25. Holiday Traditions plays favorites from past decades with some instrumental tracks on the app year-round and on channel 71 November 2 through December 27.

Holly presents upbeat tracks by Mariah Carey, Michael Bublé, Dean Martin, Kelly Clarkson, Pentatonix, Josh Groban, John Legend, Brenda Lee, Train, and Gwen Stefani on the app November 2 through January 6 and on channel 144 November 2 through December 27. Jimmy Fallon's Holiday Seasoning Radio mixes classics and modern songs with stories, dedications, and guest appearances including music from Fallon's album and artists such as Paul McCartney, Taylor Swift, Bing Crosby, the Jonas Brothers, Nat King Cole, Ariana Grande, Mariah Carey, Michael Bublé, Frank Sinatra, and Dolly Parton; it airs on the app and channel 14 November 2 through December 27, with messages accepted via the Holiday Hotline. Jingle Jamz blends R&B and hip-hop holiday tracks by Boyz II Men, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Outkast, and John Legend on the app November 2 through December 27. Jolly Christmas features energetic songs by The Chipmunks, Gene Autry, Mariah Carey, and Jose Feliciano on the app and channel 608 November 2 through December 27.

Kids Christmas plays family favorites including classics about Rudolph, Santa Claus, and Frosty the Snowman on the app November 2 through December 27. The Mannheim Steamroller Channel presents more than four decades of recordings and Fresh Aire material hosted by founder Chip Davis on the app November 2 through December 27. Navidad showcases Latin rhythms and artists including Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan, José Feliciano, Tito El Bambino, and Marco Antonio Solís on the app and channel 626 November 2 through January 6. New Year's Nation delivers a multi-format party mix on channel 144 December 28 through January 1.

Noël Incontournable airs francophone classics and contemporary hits by Ginette Reno, Bruno Pelletier, and Laurence Nerbonne on the app November 2 through December 27. Radio Hanukkah provides contemporary, traditional, and children's music plus daily reflections and prayers on the app December 2 through December 14. Real Jazz Holiday features bop and swing selections by Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, the Count Basie Orchestra, Wynton Marsalis, Samara Joy, and Christian McBride on the app November 2 through December 27. Rockin' Xmas plays rock holiday tracks by AC/DC, Paul McCartney, Bon Jovi, U2, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Eagles, and Blink-182 on the app November 2 through December 27.

Sleep Christmas streams meditative instrumental versions of holiday melodies on the app November 2 through December 27. Smokey's Holiday Soul Town, hosted by Smokey Robinson, spotlights 1960s and 1970s Motown and soul tracks by The Miracles, The Supremes, The Jackson 5, Otis Redding, and Lou Rawls on the app November 2 through December 27 and on channel 74 December 2 through December 27. Trans-Siberian Orchestra Radio presents the band's Christmas discography, concert recordings, and rock-classical fusions on the app November 2 through December 27.

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