As Ava settles into the small-town life of Tinsel, the story follows several key developments:
Ava arrives in Tinsel to find that Mason had no idea she was coming. Though Ava initially offers to leave due to the misunderstanding, both Mason and Mia convince her to stay. Mia’s primary goal quickly shifts from earning puppy money to seeing if Ava might be the right romantic match for her father. The Developing Connection Christmas Together (2020)
: In the sunny town of Tinsel , California—dubbed the "Christmas capital of the world"—a widowed father named Mason and his young daughter, Mia, are preparing for a quiet Christmas alone. Wanting to prove she is responsible enough to earn a puppy, Mia secretly lists their guesthouse on a rental website. The Meeting As Ava settles into the small-town life of
: Ava begins to fall in love with the town and considers opening an art gallery there, reevaluating her life and realizing she wants a family. The Climax and Resolution The Developing Connection : In the sunny town
The story of the 2020 film centers on the unexpected connection between two strangers from opposite sides of the country, brought together by a young girl's holiday scheme.
: Their neighbor, Deb (played by Vivica A. Fox ), notices the spark between Ava and Mason and actively encourages the relationship.
: Ava, Mason, and Mia bond over festive activities, including a Christmas scavenger hunt, decorating the guesthouse, and driving around to look at Christmas lights.