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Written by Susie Bramhall
There’s one night every year when the skies shimmer with extra sparkle, the stars seem to twinkle brighter, and excitement fills the air — that’s right, it’s Santa’s big night!
This year, Snowy the Mouse™ had the jolly honor of connecting with Captain Alex Werden, NORAD and U.S. Northern Command Public Affairs from NORAD Tracks Santa — the magical team that follows Santa’s journey across the world every Christmas Eve! From radar systems that light up like a holiday tree to reindeer soaring through the stars, NORAD makes sure families everywhere can track Santa’s progress as he spreads joy across the globe.
So how does all that Christmas Eve magic come together? Let’s find out in Snowy’s exclusive Q&A with the team that makes the most wonderful night of the year even more magical!
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Santa’s on a full mission every December 24th — zipping through chilly skies, visiting millions of homes, and spreading cheer around the globe. So how does he possibly remember every child’s name? Does the sleigh have a magic memory button?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: Our intelligence sources report that Santa has a magical memory system, likely powered by the elves’ advanced Naughty and Nice List database. It’s like a magical cloud storage system that ensures no child is forgotten!
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Flying high above the world sounds amazing! When Santa looks down from his sleigh, what does he see — a sparkling blanket of snow, twinkling city lights, or something even more magical?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: We believe Santa sees a breathtaking view filled with twinkling lights, snowy landscapes, and pure holiday magic. NORAD’s Santa Cams even capture glimpses of these moments on our website.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: With all those long hours in the sky, the reindeer must have their favorite parts of the trip! Maybe soaring over mountains, dodging puffy clouds, or spotting rooftops below — what do they love most?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: They love it all! But they especially enjoy gliding over snowy mountains and through fluffy clouds — plus, they can always sense carrots and oats waiting for them down below!
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Sometimes Santa faces blizzards and icy winds — yikes! Does his sleigh have special powers to get through any weather, or is it all part of his Christmas magic?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: Absolutely! Santa’s sleigh, designed by K. Kringle & Elves Inc., is an all-weather marvel. It’s never slowed by storms, thanks to Rudolph’s glowing nose leading the way.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Imagine the view from way up there — glittering stars and peaceful skies! Do the stars look different from Santa’s sleigh? Can he see the North Star the whole time?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: From up there, Santa has a one-of-a-kind view. The North Star shines bright the whole way — his constant guide through the night.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Santa only visits when kids are sound asleep… but how does he know that? Does his sleigh dashboard send him a little “All kids tucked in” notification?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: That’s part of the magic! Santa only visits when children are fast asleep — he just seems to know when it’s the right moment to land.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Santa must get hungry with all that flying! Out of all the cookies in the world, which kind gives him the most energy for the long night ahead — and do chocolate chip cookies make him fly faster?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: Santa loves them all, but chocolate chip cookies are a classic. They might not make him fly faster, but they definitely keep him jolly!
SNOWY THE MOUSE: I can just picture the elves back at the North Pole, watching the radar and cheering him on! Do they ever send Santa little messages during the night — like “Go Santa go!” or “Snack break in five”?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: Oh yes — the elves are always cheering, “Go Santa go!” They use top-secret North Pole communication lines to send encouragement and cookie updates. Even NORAD can’t decode their chatter!
SNOWY THE MOUSE: What if someone forgets to leave cookies out — does Santa still stop by? Or does Mrs. Claus pack extra goodies to fuel the Christmas magic?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: Santa still visits every home that believes in him. Cookies or no cookies, the joy is what matters most.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Santa’s laughter is famous — “Ho, ho, ho!” and all! Is there a moment during his flight when he just can’t help but laugh out loud?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: Every time he sees the wonder on children’s faces! He’s extra jolly when he spots creative decorations and sweet notes left by little ones.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: With all those rooftops, Santa’s landings must be as quiet as snowflakes! How do the reindeer touch down so softly without waking anyone up?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: That’s all part of Santa’s stealthy design. The sleigh lands smoother than snowflakes — never waking a soul.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: After helping the world believe in magic for just one extraordinary night, that must feel incredible. What’s it like for the NORAD Tracks Santa team to be part of something that brings joy to the whole world?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: It’s an honor. Tracking Santa is about more than radar and satellites — it’s about helping families everywhere share in the joy and magic of the season.
Even Santa-trackers were once kids who peeked at the clock on Christmas Eve, wondering if they’d catch a glimpse of the big man himself!
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Be honest, Captain — when you were little, did you ever try to stay awake to spot Santa’s sleigh streaking across the sky?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: I sure did — but no luck! He only comes when kids are asleep, and somehow I always miss him.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Every kid has that one unforgettable Christmas morning… what was the most magical gift waiting under your tree?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: A detailed train set that puffed real steam. It reminded me of Santa’s sleigh — full of wonder and perfectly packed.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Some families leave cookies and milk, others get creative — what was your go-to Santa snack growing up?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: We stuck with milk and cookies… plus carrots for the reindeer!
SNOWY THE MOUSE: What was your favorite holiday tradition as a kid — caroling, snowball fights, sneaking extra cookies?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: Decorating the tree with my family, music playing, cocoa in hand — that’s pure Christmas magic.
SNOWY THE MOUSE: Alright, tell the truth — did you ever try to peek at your presents early?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: Maybe once or twice! But I didn’t want to risk the Naughty List, so I always waited until morning.
Time to reveal the little festive favorites that help make the season merry and bright! Quick! No thinking — just holiday instincts:
SNOWY THE MOUSE: You can’t have Christmas without cookies! Do you have a favorite family recipe from your childhood — maybe one Santa himself would love?
CAPTAIN ALEX WERDEN: My grandpa’s legendary chocolate chip cookies! The secret recipe’s never been shared, but they’re soft, gooey, and baked with love — I’m convinced Santa makes an extra stop just for them.
As the interview wrapped up, the NORAD screens glowed with Santa’s sleigh streaking across the globe. From the North Pole to every twinkling town below, one thing was clear — Christmas Eve is a night powered by joy, kindness, and belief.
So this December 24th, grab your cocoa, track Santa live at NORADTracksSanta.org, and don’t forget to peek up at the sky — you just might spot a sparkle of sleigh bells and Christmas magic.
For more Santa-tracking magic and holiday fun, be sure to follow NORAD Tracks Santa on Instagram and Facebook all season long!
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