Launched in 2007, The Next Holiday Classic Song Contest is the premier online holiday song contest for independent songwriters.
TNHC has received thousands of entries and has showcased the best new holiday music from talent around the world.
During each of the three consecutive weeks beginning in November 2026 online voters will determine which songs will advance to the final. The Finals will then be held the week of December 18, 2025 with the winner being announced December 21, 2026.
Entries opening August 1, 2026.
About The Next Holiday Classic
November 29, 2026 - Week 1 Semifinal
Online voters will determine the top 3 songs that
advance to the Final.
December 6, 2026 - Week 2 Semifinal
Online voters will determine the top 3 songs that
advance to the Final.
December 13, 2026 - Week 3 Semifinal
Online voters will determine the top 3 songs that
advance to the Final.
Note: TNHC Judges will select one wildcard entry that will
advance to the Final
December 20, 2026 - Week 4 Final
Online voters and TNHC judges will determine the top 3 winners
and "Fan Favorite."
December 24, 2026 - Week 5 Winners Show
Recap of the contest and winners announced
