Christmas in Salem is rarely peaceful, but Days of Our Lives is about to deliver one of its darkest holiday weeks ever. The newly released

promo for December 15–19 teases a full-blown Nightmare Before Christmas, where secrets explode, lives hang in the balance, and no one is

safe from the consequences of their past. As festive lights glow across Salem, danger lurks behind every door—and this year, terror arrives before the holiday cheer.

 

 

The promo opens with an unsettling contrast: cheerful Christmas music playing softly as flashes of chaos flicker across the screen. Screams echo, tears fall, and familiar faces appear terrified. It’s clear from the very first seconds—this is not a season of joy, but one of reckoning.

At the center of the nightmare is Marlena Evans, whose instincts tell her something is deeply wrong. Still reeling from the recent exposure of Sophia and Rachel’s scheme, Marlena senses that the fallout is far from over. The promo hints that one of them may take a desperate and dangerous step to avoid consequences, pushing the situation into life-threatening territory. A chilling moment shows Marlena whispering, “This was never over,” as emergency sirens blare in the background.

 

 

Meanwhile, the DiMera family faces a crisis that threatens to tear them apart just days before Christmas. EJ is shown pacing furiously, demanding answers, while Chad looks haunted, staring at something unseen. A brief but terrifying shot suggests that a long-buried secret tied to the DiMera legacy resurfaces—possibly involving the recent skeleton mystery and unresolved crimes. One thing is certain: the truth will not stay buried, and when it comes out, it will devastate Salem’s most powerful family.

The promo also teases major danger for Alex Kiriakis, whose health crisis takes a shocking turn. After the poisoning incident, Alex’s condition worsens, and doctors race against time. Stephanie, visibly panicked, is shown clutching his hand as machines beep ominously. “Please don’t leave me,” she cries, suggesting viewers should prepare for a devastating cliffhanger that could change Alex’s future forever.

Adding to the chaos, Brady and Kristen find themselves pulled back into a toxic spiral. The promo hints that Kristen is hiding something explosive—and this time, it may involve a secret alliance that threatens not only Brady but their child as well. A shadowy phone call and a whispered promise suggest Kristen may be preparing a bold, dangerous move that could redefine her role as Salem’s ultimate wildcard.

Elsewhere, Johnny and Chanel’s relationship faces a critical test. A surprise revelation threatens to destroy their fragile happiness just as they attempt to plan their first Christmas together. Tears, raised voices, and a broken ornament smashing on the floor symbolize the emotional wreckage ahead. Love may not survive this holiday.

One of the most chilling moments in the promo comes near the end: a masked figure moving silently through a darkened hallway, Christmas lights flickering ominously. The identity remains hidden, but the implication is clear—someone in Salem is about to become a victim. Fans are already speculating whether this is connected to Sophia and Rachel’s unraveling scheme, or a completely new threat emerging at the worst possible time.

As the week builds toward Friday, December 19, the tone grows increasingly intense. The promo promises a shocking act of violence, a confession no one sees coming, and a cliffhanger that will leave viewers breathless heading into the holiday break. One character is shown crying over someone lying motionless, while another whispers, “This was supposed to be Christmas…”

What makes this week especially powerful is how it blends emotional devastation with classic Days of Our Lives suspense. Christmas decorations become symbols of irony rather than comfort. The joy of the season is overshadowed by guilt, fear, and long-overdue consequences. Salem isn’t just facing drama—it’s facing a reckoning.

As fans count down to the Nightmare Before Christmas week, one thing is crystal clear: no storyline is safe, no character is protected, and no secret will stay hidden. With danger around every corner and hearts on the line, this is shaping up to be one of DOOL’s most unforgettable holiday arcs in years.