Track Santa Tonight Traveling Across the World With NORAD

MADISON, Wis. (CIVIC MEDIA) – The same tools NORAD uses daily to protect the skies, are repurposed to spot Rudolph’s glowing red nose.

He’s made his list, he’s checked it twice. Santa is packing his bags and ready to fly in the sky, delivering gifts to all the good kids.

The North American Aerospace Defense Command, known as NORAD, tracks the big man himself as he flies across the globe.

The tradition began 69 years ago as a fortunate mistake when a misprinted phone number in a Colorado newspaper connected a little girl to a NORAD colonel. Rather than turning her away, they shared Santa’s location, sparking an annual event that now delights millions worldwide.

You can follow jolly ole’ Saint Nick’s progress on Christmas Eve here!

Over 1,000 volunteers answering calls at 877-HI-NORAD to update families on Santa’s whereabouts.

The same tools NORAD uses daily to protect the skies, such as satellite systems that detect missile heat signatures, are repurposed to spot Rudolph’s glowing red nose. This advanced technology ensures Santa’s journey is precisely tracked as he travels across 24 time zones.

Get those cookies and milk ready and maybe some carrots for Rudolph!