Every year, children around the world eagerly wait for Christmas – dreaming of the gifts they might find under the tree while their hearts race with excitement. But, children most always wonder: How does Santa know if I’ve been naughty or nice? Well, let’s begin at the North Pole where my workshop bustles

  Santa’s Village is a magical spot nestled deep in the heart of the North Pole and remains hidden from the eyes of the world. The Village is a place where time seems to move at its own pace, neither fast nor slow, but just right for the holiday magic to flourish. At the entrance

  Oh yes, we have many dogs that live at the North Pole – and cats too! Many of the Elves also have a furry friend who keeps them company. Santa has 4 dogs – Jasmine, Ginger Snap, Snowball and Peppermint Bark. Mrs. Claus has a cat named Snickerdoodle who enjoys following Mrs. Claus around

  Christmas is a time of wonder and magic in the hearts of children. Sometimes, a little one comes and gleefully jumps on Santa’s lap and, for a moment, their face turns serious … Are you REALLY  Santa Claus? I give a wink and whisper, “Well, what do you think?” Then I lean in and

  It sometimes happens — a little one comes up to me with a worried look on their face and says “Santa, my friends say there is no Santa Claus. Please tell me the truth. Are you real?” In September of 1897, eight year old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to her local newspaper, The

  When the Elves and I first met, I was just a simple woodworker who enjoyed making wooden toys for the children in my village. Mrs. Claus, an expert with all manner of fabrics, made beautiful dolls, stuffed animals, and clothes for the children. The Elves were very interested in our abilities to make and

  As you might imagine, a question I am often asked is about a very well-known group of reindeer — my sleigh team that helps Santa deliver presents all around the world. How are these nine reindeer able to fly? I like to describe their flying as more of an ability to run on the