Food Network will launch its 2026 holiday programming lineup on Monday, Nov. 2, featuring a mix of new series, returning seasonal competitions, and holiday specials. The seasonal schedule begins with the premiere of Holiday Baking Championship at 8 p.m. ET/PT, followed by new episodes of Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking, Tournament of Champions: All-Star Christmas, Sweet Deceit, and Beat Bobby Flay: Holiday Throwdown.
The season opens with host Jesse Palmer leading 12 contestants through North Pole-themed challenges on Holiday Baking Championship, judged by Duff Goldman, Kardea Brown, and Molly Yeh for a $25,000 prize. On Wednesday, Nov. 4, Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking returns for its second season hosted by James and Oliver Phelps, featuring four teams representing Hogwarts Houses competing in themed baking challenges judged by Duff Goldman and Sarah Mountain.
The lineup continues Sunday, Nov. 8, with host Guy Fieri presenting Tournament of Champions: All-Star Christmas, where 32 chefs compete in sweet and savory team challenges for a $100,000 prize. New series Sweet Deceit, hosted by Josh Peck, debuts holiday episodes on Monday, Nov. 16, as teams search for hyper-realistic cakes in seasonal settings, while Beat Bobby Flay: Holiday Throwdown premieres Tuesday, Nov. 17, featuring a team competition format between Bobby Flay and Brooke Williamson.
Viewers can access broadcast schedules, episode details, and recipes through Food Network platforms and website. Complete programming information and streaming updates will be released across network channels throughout the holiday season.
Food Network is a cable television network dedicated to culinary entertainment and competition programming. The 2026 holiday production slate is produced by independent production companies including Rock Shrimp Productions, Warner Horizon Unscripted Television, Sonic Dog, Knuckle Sandwich, and Lando Entertainment.
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