LIVE NORAD Santa Tracker | When will Santa be in Austin?
AUSTIN - It is Christmas Eve and Santa has begun his journey around the world to give out billions of gifts.
When will jolly Ol' Saint Nick stop by Austin? You can watch his path below.
NORAD Santa Tracker 2024
On most nights, North American Aerospace Defense Command scans the skies for potential threats.
On Christmas Eve, volunteers in Colorado Springs answer calls from at least 100,000 kids about Santa's location.
NORAD's tracking of Santa started with an accidental phone call from a child in 1955.
A Colorado Springs newspaper printed a Sears ad encouraging children to call Santa, listing an incorrect phone number. A boy called, but instead reached an emergency-only phone within NORAD.
Air Force Col. Harry W. Shoup responded, and a tradition was born.
Some have questioned the story, but the annual tradition lives on.
NORAD will track Santa until 1 a.m. Central Time.
You can check is location in the live player above or call 1-877-HI-NORAD.
Live: Track Santa NOW
LiveNOW from FOX will have its own Santa tracker on Christmas Eve.
You can watch from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. CT.
The coverage will deliver a unique, festive live experience that combines real-time updates, global city views, and interactive audience engagement.
Highlights include:
- Real-time Santa Tracking: Updates from NORAD’s tracking with visuals of Santa’s route and festive stops.
- Engaging Live Segments: Appearances by Santa and the Grinch and audience polls.
- Global Holiday Highlights: Live views showcasing celebrations around the world.