The annual Norad Santa Tracker goes live today, giving families around the world a chance to follow Father Christmas as he prepares for his journey on Christmas Eve.
The Norad Santa Tracker, which has become a popular seasonal tradition, provides real-time updates, interactive features and a detailed map showing Santa’s progress as he moves from one continent to the next.
The tracker typically opens in early December with a countdown, before switching into full tracking mode once Santa begins delivering presents.
From today, users can explore a range of activities, from virtual tours of the North Pole to games, videos and short educational features designed for children.
The Norad Santa Tracker launches today
Norad Santa
Once Santa sets off on 24 December, the tracker will display his current location, estimated arrival times and the total number of gifts delivered so far. The map updates continuously, offering a visual guide to his route across cities, oceans and time zones. Many families use the service as part of their Christmas Eve routine, checking in throughout the evening to see how close Santa is to their region.
How to follow Father Christmas
Accessing the tracker is straightforward. It can be viewed through its website on any browser, and most platforms also offer mobile apps for iOS and Android. Some versions are compatible with smart speakers and smart TVs, allowing users to ask for Santa’s location using voice commands or follow his travels on a larger screen.
The Santa Tracker has been a staple of the festive season for decades, evolving from simple phone-based updates to fully interactive digital platforms. Today’s launch marks the start of this year’s countdown, inviting users to explore the site in the lead-up to Santa’s departure.
As families prepare for the holidays, the tracker offers a simple, accessible way to join in the excitement — and to see exactly where Father Christmas is on his long journey around the world.
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