Hallmark debuts season 13 of “When Calls the Heart” on January 4, 2026, and fans are ready. The network just shared a sneak peek of what lies ahead, and one major teaser quickly got viewers buzzing.
Will Nathan Grant (Kevin McGarry) finally propose to Elizabeth Thornton (Erin Krakow)? That seems to be the suggestion in the Hallmark sneak peek.
Nathan Is Warned, ‘Don’t Mess This Up’
On December 5, Hallmark posted the new video sneak peek on Instagram. The post’s caption read, “From romance to rekindling friendships, there’s so much in store for everyone in Hope Valley!” A follow-up comment read, “#Hearties, are you ready?!”
The “When the Heart Calls” sneak peek had something for everyone. Everybody’s “favorite community” returns in January with “open arms and open hearts.”
The network has previously confirmed that Brooke Shields and Melissa Gilbert will both appear in season 13 of “When Calls the Heart.”
Gilbert plays Georgie McGill, a former love of Bill Avery’s (Jack Wagner). She first popped up in season 12, and it was clear the two still shared some sparks. “When Calls the Heart” spoilers hint that the cordial relationship between McGill and Avery may shift toward the romantic in season 13.
As for Shields, she appeared on the show before. She returns as Charlotte Thornton, whom viewers first met in 2016. While she initially showed up to meet Elizabeth and check in on her son, Jack Thornton (Daniel Lissing), her upcoming reunion comes under much different circumstances.
Jack has died, and Elizabeth now needs medical treatment for Little Jack. While Charlotte reconnects with the family, the “When Calls the Heart” sneak peek reveals she’ll have a key moment with Nathan.
“Don’t mess this up,” she whispers to Nathan as she hugs him.
In the Instagram sneak peek, toward the end of the video, a voiceover teases, “and the moment you’ve been waiting for.” This happens as Elizabeth and Nathan are shown walking arm and arm in a field.
Hallmark Fans Are Counting Down to January 4
Another big teaser emerged during Hallmark’s special titled “The Hallmark Christmas Experience: A Hometown Holiday Christmas Special.” McGarry and Krakow appeared in the special via a pre-taped clip, which was shared on the show’s Instagram page.
Krakow teased that season 13 is “our best season yet,” and she hinted there are “so many surprises.” Just before the end of the clip, McGarry held up a small wrapped box and declared, “I’ve got to get this diamond to Jack,” before jokingly dropping the box.
Will Nathan incorporate Little Jack into a proposal for Elizabeth?
Hallmark fans did not hesitate to make their feelings about the upcoming season known. In the comment section of Hallmark’s Instagram sneak peek, people gushed over the video and the return of “When Calls the Heart.”
One fan commented, “Officially can’t stop smiling. So excited!”
Another wrote, “Ahhhhh! SO excited!!!! The countdown is on!”
Someone else’s response read, “Ahhhhh!!! This looks INCREDIBLE!!! Is it January 4th yet?!?!”
Not only is season 13 looking fantastic, but Hallmark has already renewed “When Calls the Heart” for season 14. In addition, they revealed that Lori Loughlin will return to the show in season 14, reprising her role as Abigail Stanton.
Fans are so gullible. After years of being lead on by this show and it not delivering….I will hold my excitement until I see it on the screen.
Where is Lucas?
I want more Lucas!!!
Counting the days until Jan. 4th!!!!!
Oh good, poor elizabeth is going to marry a mountie and get her heart broken again. Hard pass.
Since I have retired to take care of my grandson, it has been fun having the opportunity to watch a heart warming series that lifts my spirits! Thank you! Looking forward to Season 13!❤️