The Christmas season is the time to come together with family and friends. This year, RFD-TV offers great family-friendly programming you’ll want to enjoy together with your loved ones. From great gospel music to the joy and wonder of toy trains, special RFD-TV programs will bring the best of the Christmas season to your home throughout the holidays and into 2026.
Check out the complete list of special Christmas programming below.
2025 RFD-TV Christmas Programming
All Times are Eastern.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
5 PM ET
Small Town Big Deal
Liberty University’s School of Music will have you swaying to the sounds of the season. Then, join us as we follow Santa’s high-energy escort through the Savannah, GA.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
8:30 PM ET
The Dailey & Vincent Show
Performance Christamas music show (30 min) with Hosts Dailey & Vincent-musical guest Rhonda Vincent, Jimmy Fortune.
10 PM ET
The Daniel O’Donnell Show
(2020) Daniel O’Donnell performs yuletide carols, heartwarming hymns and seasonal sing-a-long favorites in his holiday special. Filmed in Dublin, Ireland, Daniel performs songs like “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas”, “White Christmas”, “The Gift”, “An Old Christmas Card”, “Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town”, and more!
Sunday, December 21, 2025
11 AM ET
California Bountiful
Tis the Season 2024 – Farm fresh gifts to turkeys, pies and poinsettias, plus festive holiday drinks!
7 PM ET
Cowboy Church
Cowboy Church Christmas 2016 Part 02
8 PM ET
Gaither Gospel Hour
Christmas In The Country – The Homecoming Friends recall Christmases long, long ago, while showcasing familiar Christmas Carols and new Gaither-penned songs like “Come And See What’s Happenin’.” The Old Friends Quartet fronted by Jake Hess and George Younce makes its debut, and Bill pays tribute to the pioneers of Southern Gospel music. “What A Wonderful World,” performed by Russ Taff, is dedicated to the memory of Homecoming regular Bob Cain.
Monday, December 22, 2025
3:30 PM ET
I Love Toy Trains
Christmas Train Spectacular - pt 2 - More Christmas layouts featuring Lionel trains, Dept. 56 buildings, and original music that will make you remember.
6:30 PM ET
Where the Food Comes From
Larry’s Tree Redux (2022) – Pumpkins and Christmas trees are at home in North Carolina’s mountains. We’ll show you how they grow and get to you.
9:30 PM ET
Red Steagall is Somewhere West of Wall Street
Join Red and the Boys in the Bunkhouse as they invite all of the neighbors to present a very special Christmas show at the headquarters of the Hondo Canyon Ranch.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (Christmas Eve)
9 AM ET
The Gaither Gospel Hour
Chris Blue: Every Day Is Christmas – DOVE Award nominee and winner of “The Voice” Chris Blue delivers a Christmas masterpiece featuring familiar-yet-reimagined performances showcasing the versatility and strikingly-powerful-yet-tender, effortless tones of this soul/pop/R&B crooner. From the worshipful “O Come, All Ye Faithful” and the funky, unexpected “Go Tell It on the Mountain” to his jazz-infused “Silent Night” and smooth, melodic “The Christmas Song,” Every Day Is Christmas is likely to be a favorite every year at Christmas.
10 AM ET
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
Presleys Christmas – Celebrate the birth of our savior Jesus Christ with Presleys’ Country Jubilee! Merry Christmas, and unwrap some hilarious comedy too.
10:30 AM ET
The Jimmy Sturr Show
Jimmy Sturr Christmas 2014 – From the Mohegan Sun Pocono Downs Casino in Wilkes-Barre, PA, featuring the Tri-City Singers and Joe Burns.
11 AM ET
The Daniel O’Donnell Show
Christmas with Daniel O’Donnell, pt 1 – Daniel O’Donnell performs yuletide carols, heartwarming hymns and seasonal sing-a-long favorites in his holiday special. Filmed in Dublin, Ireland, Daniel performs songs like “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas”, “White Christmas”, “The Gift”, “An Old Christmas Card”, “Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town”, and more!
12 PM ET
The Gaither Gospel Hour
Gaither Vocal Band: New Star Shining – Celebrate the beauty and promise of the Savior’s birth with this new Christmas DVD from the legendary Gaither Vocal Band. Hosted by Bill and Gloria Gaither, the Gospel Music Hall of Fame quintet lends its heartfelt, award-winning harmonies to signature performances of original songs and nostalgic favorites including “The Little Drummer Boy,” “Tennessee Christmas” and more, delivering the eternal hope of this timeless story not only for the season but in our hearts every day of the year.
1 PM ET
The Dailey & Vincent Show
Christmas Special, pt 1 – Dailey & Vincent Christmas Special featuring special guests Mo Bandy, T.G. Sheppard, and Kelly Lang. Performing songs “If We Make It Through December”, “Christmas Without You”, “Tender Tennessee Christmas”, and more.
1:30 PM ET
The Dailey & Vincent Show
Christmas Special, pt 2 – Dailey & Vincent Christmas Special featuring special guests Rhonda Vincent and Jimmy Fortune. Performing songs “Blue Christmas”, “Mary Did You Know?”, “We Wish You A Merry Christmas”, and more.
2 PM ET
The Texas Bucket List
Christmas Special – On this special Christmas episode, host Shane McAuliffe explores a few of his favorite places to celebrate in Texas over the holidays!
5 PM ET
Six-Horse Hitch Classic Series World Finals
Christmas Special – A special presentation of the top 15 Belgians, Percherons, and Clydesdales/Shires making it to the Six-Horse Hitch Finals from Shipshewana, Indiana.
6:30 PM ET
Small Town Big Deal
Christmas Across America 2025 – Our Christmas Across America adventure begins at Hammond’s Candy Factory. Next, we explore Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland-the world’s largest Christmas store. Then, Trees for Troops spreads the Spirit of Christmas to those who serve. Finally, we visit a Village of Lights and the Nutcracker Museum.
7:30 PM ET
The Gaither Gospel Hour
Josh Turner: King Size Manger – Multi-platinum-selling recording artist Josh Turner heralds in the holiday season with his first Christmas special. King Size Manger showcases Turner’s unmistakable baritone voice performing new songs as well as nostalgic classics including “Silent Night, Holy Night” and “Joy to the World.” Hosted by Lorianne Crook and Charlie Chase, this concert features an intimate interview and performances by the Turner family and collaborations with special guests Pat McLaughlin, Rhonda Vincent and more.
Thursday, December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day)
9 AM ET
Small Town Big Deal
Christmas Across America 2025 – Our Christmas Across America adventure begins at Hammond’s Candy Factory. Next, we explore Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland-the world’s largest Christmas store. Then, Trees for Troops spreads the Spirit of Christmas to those who serve. Finally, we visit a Village of Lights and the Nutcracker Museum.
10 AM ET
The Dailey & Vincent Show
Christmas Special, pt 1 – Dailey & Vincent Christmas Special featuring special guests Mo Bandy, T.G. Sheppard, and Kelly Lang. Performing songs “If We Make It Through December”, “Christmas Without You”, “Tender Tennessee Christmas”, and more.
10:30 AM ET
The Dailey & Vincent Show
Christmas Special, pt 2 – Dailey & Vincent Christmas Special featuring special guests Rhonda Vincent and Jimmy Fortune. Performing songs “Blue Christmas”, “Mary Did You Know?”, “We Wish You A Merry Christmas”, and more.
11 AM ET
The Daniel O’Donnell Show
Christmas with Daniel O’Donnell, pt 1 – Daniel O’Donnell performs yuletide carols, heartwarming hymns and seasonal sing-a-long favorites in his holiday special. Filmed in Dublin, Ireland, Daniel performs songs like “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas”, “White Christmas”, “The Gift”, “An Old Christmas Card”, “Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town”, and more!
12 PM ET
Gaither Gospel Hour
Christmas In The Country – The Homecoming Friends recall Christmases long, long ago, while showcasing familiar Christmas Carols and new Gaither-penned songs like “Come And See What’s Happenin’.” The Old Friends Quartet fronted by Jake Hess and George Younce makes its debut, and Bill pays tribute to the pioneers of Southern Gospel music. “What A Wonderful World,” performed by Russ Taff, is dedicated to the memory of Homecoming regular Bob Cain.
1 PM ET
The Daniel O’Donnell Show
Christmas with Daniel O’Donnell, pt 2 – Daniel O’Donnell performs yuletide carols, heartwarming hymns and seasonal sing-a-long favorites in his holiday special. Filmed in Dublin, Ireland, Daniel performs songs like “Christmas Time In Innishfree”, “Christmas 1915", “Angels We Have Heard On High”, “The First Noel”, “Silent Night”, and more!
2 PM ET
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
Presleys Christmas – Celebrate the birth of our savior Jesus Christ with Presleys’ Country Jubilee! Merry Christmas, and unwrap some hilarious comedy too.
2:30 PM ET
The Jimmy Sturr Show
Jimmy Sturr Christmas 2014 – From the Mohegan Sun Pocono Downs Casino in Wilkes-Barre, PA, featuring the Tri-City Singers and Joe Burns.
3 PM ET
Lonesome Dove
Episode 1, Leaving – Two former Texas Rangers reunite with old friends and set off on an adventure.
5 PM ET
Lonesome Dove
Episode 2, On the Trail – Woodrow and Gus are back in their old stomping grounds after they stop the cattle drive to look for a cook. Gus has a fateful encounter with a vengeful old foe.
7 PM ET
Lonesome Dove
Episode 3, The Plains – Gus and Lorena rejoin the cattle drive. Elmira makes her way to Ogallala, with July close on her heels. Jake’s new partnership doesn’t turn out as planned.
9 PM ET
Lonesome Dove
Episode 4, Return – The drive reaches Montana, but it proves to be the biggest challenge of them all.
Friday, December 26, 2025
1 AM ET
Texas Country Reporter
This Christmas, find out why dozens of Santas are surfing the gulf, & meet the grandma’s making stockings for a cause.
9 AM ET
The Penny Gilley Show
Penny Gilley performs classic country hits from Ft. Worth, Texas along with regulars Kelly Spinks, Bobby Mackey, Melody Hart Band. Guest: Dustin Worley.
10 AM ET
The Penny Gilley Show
Penny Gilley performs classic country hits from Ft. Worth, Texas along with regulars Kelly Spinks, Bobby Mackey, Melody Hart Band. Guest: Wyatt Aleman
10:30 AM ET
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
You Are My Sunshine – Devonna Wickizer brightens up Branson with “You Are My Sunshine.” You never know what Herk and Cecil have planned for the evening.
11 AM ET
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
Next To You, Next To Me –Tony Stevens on the keys with “Next To You, Next To Me.” Take a trip to Branson and laugh along with Cecil in person.
11:30 AM ET
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
Baby Blue – Jay Wickizer takes on “Baby Blue” plus Chuck Crain singing “Praise The Lord.” More jokes from Herkimer than you know what to do with.
12 PM ET
America’s 250th Celebration
elebrating America’s 250th anniversary with this patriotic music special. Featuring legendary music artists Exile, The Bellamy Brothers, The Oakridge Boys, Lee Greenwood, The Gatlin Brothers, and more.
1 PM ET
Veterans Day Concert
Celebrating Veteran’s Day with this patriotic music special. Featuring legendary music artists Larry Stewart, Marty Raybon, The Bellamy Brothers, The Oakridge Boys, T. Graham Brown, The Gatlin Brothers, and more.
2 PM ET
Return to Lonesome Dove
Episode 1, The Vision – After returning the body of Gus McCrae to Lonesome Dove, Woodrow Call takes on the challenge of driving a herd of wild mustangs 2500 miles north to the Hat Creek Ranch in Montana. In his travels, however, Woodrow will be forced to endure tragedy, triumph, despair and deceit before he ever gets there.
4 PM ET
Return to Lonesome Dove
Episode 2, The Forge – Gideon Walker and his group are not short of problems as the children become ill, Agostina confronts serious danger out on the range, and Cherokee Jack comes on the scene to cause trouble.
6 PM ET
Return to Lonesome Dove
Episode 3, The Legacy – Dunnegan tells Newt he considers him a son; Gideon confides to Clara that Agostina is Gus’ daughter; Call makes Agostina a partner in the Hat Creek Ranch.
8 PM ET
Return to Lonesome Dove
Episode 4, The Passing – Innocents become caught in the crossfire as the hostilities increase, and Newt Dobbs considers his unlooked-for inheritance before he begins to think about who he should support in the range war that looks increasingly likely to take place.
Sunday, December 28, 2025
11:30 AM ET
Texas Country Reporter
This Christmas, find out why dozens of Santas are surfing the gulf, & meet the grandma’s making stockings for a cause.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 (New Year’s Eve)
5:30 PM ET
Best of America by Horseback
Christmas Music Program and Parade Part 2 – Del brings musicians together to honor our military and usher in the Christmas season.