“It’s tiiiiiiime!” The holidays have officially begun as global superstar, award-winning singer, songwriter, best-selling author, and undisputed Queen of Christmas, Mariah Carey, launches a spectacular wave of seasonal festivities for 2025. With new editions, holiday merch, a Las Vegas residency, and major chart milestones, Mariah is once again lighting up the season with her signature sparkle.
Mariah kicks off the celebration with the 15th-anniversary release of her beloved holiday album Merry Christmas II You, now available on Shiny Starlight-colored vinyl, exclusively through Amazon. The vinyl includes favorites such as “Oh Santa!,” “When Christmas Comes,” “Auld Lang Syne,” and the orchestral “Extra Festive” version of the timeless hit “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” A Dolby Atmos immersive version arrives soon, offering fans a deeper holiday listening experience.
Key Highlights of Mariah’s 2025 Holiday Season
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Exclusive Amazon Shiny Starlight Vinyl release celebrating Merry Christmas II You
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“All I Want For Christmas Is You” re-enters Billboard Hot 100 — the earliest return in chart history
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New “It’s Time” kickoff video directed by Joseph Kahn featuring Billy Eichner
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Christmas Time in Vegas residency at Dolby Live, Park MGM: Nov. 28 – Dec. 13
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Launch of the Christmastime by Mariah Holiday Collection with Amazon Music
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Celebrating her recent 16th studio album, Here For It All, debuting Top 10 on Billboard
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Honored as MusiCares Person of the Year 2026
Mariah’s holiday cheer extends into lifestyle and fashion with a vibrant new merch collection featuring cozy pajama sets, “All I Want For Christmas Is You” sweaters, fluffy socks, tree ornaments, and a festive baking set. Fans can also enjoy collectible items like the musical snow globe inspired by her iconic music video and the Mariah lawn inflatable.
This season also follows major career milestones. Her 2024 celebration of The Emancipation of Mimi delivered a deluxe vinyl box set, including the GRAMMY-nominated Kaytranada remix of “Don’t Forget About Us.” Meanwhile, her latest studio album, Here For It All, continues to earn critical acclaim and chart success across the U.S. and U.K.
As the world ushers in the holiday spirit, there is truly no one better to soundtrack the season than Mariah Carey — a timeless voice, a cultural icon, and the reigning Queen of Christmas.
