Picture reliving the same Christmas at your family’s cabin over and over, until you finally figure out what actually makes you happy. That’s the premise of “In a Holidaze,” Netflix’s adaptation of Christina Lauren’s novel, arriving December 2, 2026, with Maddie Ziegler, Rob Lowe, Graham Phillips, and Patton Oswalt. Here’s what’s confirmed so far about where it was filmed, and why one part of the answer is genuinely still an open question.
In a Holidaze at a Glance (TL;DR)
- Release date: December 2, 2026, on Netflix
- Cast: Maddie Ziegler, Rob Lowe, Graham Phillips, Patton Oswalt, Elias Kacavas
- Based on: Christina Lauren’s novel “In a Holidaze“
- Story setting: A family cabin in Utah
- Filming locations: Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia
- Production dates: January 29 – March 12, 2026
Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia
Production filmed across both Vancouver and Whistler between late January and mid-March 2026. This is confirmed consistently across three separate reports from Hollywood North Buzz, plus casting updates from Deadline confirming the full cast and production timeline.
Here’s the honest part: as of this writing, no outlet, local Whistler paper, or fan set-report has named the specific lodge, ski run, gondola, or Vancouver street used for filming. That’s not a case of conflicting reports, it’s simply that detailed location-spotting for smaller Netflix rom-coms tends to surface later, often only after the film is out and eagle-eyed fans start matching frames to real places. This article will be updated if and when a specific site is confirmed.
What is worth knowing: the story is set at a family cabin in Utah, which is the fictional location, not a filming location. Don’t confuse the two if you see the word “Utah” attached to this movie.
Photo: Snow-capped mountains in Whistler, British Columbia / Pexels
Why Whistler Works So Well for a Christmas Movie
Even without a confirmed exact address, Whistler explains itself as a filming choice. It’s about 121 kilometers from Vancouver along the Sea-to-Sky Highway, a drive of roughly 90 minutes to 2.5 hours depending on conditions, or reachable by bus, guided tour, or helicopter for those who want the scenic route. Whistler Blackcomb is one of the largest ski resorts in North America, with more than 200 marked runs across two mountains connected by the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, and Whistler Village itself is entirely pedestrian, lined with lodges, restaurants, and shops that already look like a movie set during the December to February snow season.
Can you visit? Yes, very easily, it’s one of the most visited ski towns in the world. Winter (December through February) is the best window for the snowy, Christmas-card look the movie is going for.
FAQ
Where was In a Holidaze filmed?
In Vancouver and Whistler, British Columbia, between January and March 2026. No specific lodge, resort, or street has been publicly confirmed yet.
Is the cabin in In a Holidaze a real place?
The story is set at a family cabin in Utah, which is fictional. The film wasn’t shot in Utah.
Who stars in In a Holidaze?
Maddie Ziegler and Graham Phillips lead, with Rob Lowe, Patton Oswalt, and Elias Kacavas in supporting roles.
When does In a Holidaze come out?
December 2, 2026, on Netflix.
