Fans have followed Chris McNally for years on When Calls the Heart, which is set to debut a new season very soon. In the meantime, the actor has big news to share with fans. This also comes out right in time for the holidays.
Chris McNally Has Brought Lucas Bouchard To Life For Years On When Calls The Heart
McNally has been known for his work with Hallmark over the years. In 2019, he joined When Calls the Heart as Lucas Bouchard.
In addition, McNally has appeared in a number of Hallmark television movies. This includes 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1 Ghost and Holiday Crashers.
As the actor has been filming Season 14 of When Calls the Heart, Hallmark Experiences’ Instagram dropped an exciting announcement. Chris is set to appear during Weekend 3 of the network’s third annual Hallmark Christmas Experience. This is slated for December 11 through December 13 in Kansas City, Missouri.
According to a clip, McNally shared, “Hey, everybody. Chris McNally here. I am thrilled to be attending week three of the Hallmark Christmas Experience, and I hope to see you there.”
McNally Isn’t The Only WCTH Alum To Appear At The Hallmark Christmas Experience
The Hallmark Christmas Experience was been going on since 2024. Fans get a chance to meet with their favroite Hallmark stars at the Crown Center in Kansas City for four weekends. This year, the event kicks off on November 27, 2026.
Chris won’t be the only When Calls the Heart star to attend Weekend 3 of the event. He will appear with Erin Krakow, Kevin McGarry, Pascale Hutton, Kavan Smith, and Lori Loughlin, among others. Actors from the show’s prequel series, Hope Valley: 1874, are also expected to appear.
In addition, When Calls the Heart fans have another reason to get excited as another year draws to a close. Season 14 of the show is expected to debut in January 2027.
With the recent announcement, fans have been sharing their reactions to the news. Many are also sharing their excitement for new episodes of When Calls the Heart. Some comments included:
- “What a wonderful thing to see today.”
- “That is why I am going because I want to see my favorite actor on Hallmark”
- “I will be there! Chris McNally is the reason I go!”
- “Chris McNally is one of the most charming Hallmark actors that genuinely takes time engaging with fans. That season, he stayed and spoke with every single fan that wanted to meet him. He is entirely lovely.”
- “Does anyone notice that Chris’ hair is parted on the opposite side? I wonder if there is any significance to that for S14.”
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John Witiw has been a writer since at least 2015. He’s covered a variety of topics, especially when it comes to film and television.