Find and Track Santa This Christmas

One of the best memories we have is showing excited children where Santa is on his Christmas Eve journey. We can find out not only what Santa is doing on the big delivery day but we can also get updates on what he is doing throughout the year. Tracking Santa Claus on his global journey has been aided in recent years with many websites offering updates with pictures and video.

But how exactly do you track Santa’s travels?

The holiday season brings with it a sense of magic, wonder, and excitement—especially for kids eagerly awaiting Christmas morning. One of the most thrilling traditions is tracking Santa Claus on his global journey, ensuring that he’s on his way to deliver presents to children all over the world. But how exactly do you track Santa’s travels? In today’s digital age, there are many wanys to follow Santa as he makes his way from the North Pole to your home town.

1. NORAD Tracks Santa: The Original Santa Tracker

For decades, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has been keeping track of Santa’s flight on Christmas Eve. It all started by accident in 1955, when a misprinted phone number in a Sears ad directed children to a military hotline. Instead of reaching Santa, kids ended up speaking to the Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD), which then took it upon themselves to track Santa. Fast forward to today, and NORAD has made this an annual tradition.

Every year, NORAD offers a live Santa Tracker on its website and mobile apps. You can follow Santa’s progress in real time, complete with updates on his location, speed, and the number of presents delivered. The tracker even allows you to hear Santa’s jolly voice as he spreads cheer across the globe.

How to Access NORAD Tracks Santa

• Website: noradsanta.org
• Mobile App: Available for both iOS and Android
• Social Media: NORAD also shares updates via Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube

2. Santa’s Sleigh Ride on Google Earth

Google joins the festive fun with its own tracking feature, offering a unique way to follow Santa using Google Earth. On Christmas Eve, Google updates Santa’s location in real time, providing an interactive way to see where he is. You can follow his route, and Google often adds fun facts and videos along the way.

How to Access Google’s Santa Tracker:

• Visit santatracker.google.com for interactive features, games, and more.
• You can also use the Google Earth app to follow Santa’s sleigh as it zooms across the world.

3. Santa’s Official Website and Apps

Santa Claus has truly embraced technology, and his official website offers a variety of ways to keep up with his travels. You can visit SantaTrackers.com, where a fun map shows Santa’s current location, countdown timers, and even live webcams from different parts of the world to catch glimpses of his journey.

Some apps designed specifically for tracking Santa offer interactive features, allowing children to “receive” personalized video messages from Santa, check on the status of their gifts, and get updates on his progress as the night unfolds.

How to Access Santa’s Official Tracking:

• Santa Tracker App is available in most app stores for a magical experience.
• Explore interactive maps and live footage at SantaTrackers.com.

4. Santa on Social Media

In the age of social media, even Santa is on the digital map. Follow Santa’s adventures on platforms like Twitter and Instagram, where updates about his journey are posted in real time. The official NORAD Tracks Santa accounts are a must-follow, but many other fun accounts and apps share updates on Santa’s progress, sometimes even giving out sneak peeks of his route.

5. Live Webcams and Satellite Tracking

Several websites and live-streaming services offer fun webcam footage and satellite imagery of Santa’s journey. Websites like SantaCam and even YouTube often feature live broadcasts as Santa makes his way around the globe. Some even show Santa’s sleigh as it flies over different countries, all with festive music and cheerful commentary.

6. eMailSanta.com

Visit eMailSanta.com for updates on Santa’s annual journey and you can even find out what he is doing right now. The site offers children the opportunity to email Santa in real time and there is also a live Santa chat.

For children of all ages who want to watch Santa live in real time, view the YouTube Santa Claus Village cam. You may even see the Jolly Elf from time to time.

Tacking Santa Claus is a delightful and interactive way to bring even more magic to Christmas Eve. Whether you’re using NORAD’s tracker, checking out Google Earth, or following updates on social media, there are so many ways to keep up with the jolly man in red. So, gather the family, fire up the devices, and get ready to enjoy one of the most exciting traditions of the holiday season. After all, it’s not every day you can follow a sleigh flying around the world!