NORAD’s Santa tracker is a Christmas tradition that’s become nearly global in scope. The Christmas tradition has become nearly global in scope: Children from around the world track Santa Claus as he sweeps across the earth, delivering presents and defying time.

For those who take preparation to the next level, you can track Santa's journey. Google and the North American Aerospace Defense Command will track Santa this year, offering up-to-the-minute information on Father Christmas' location on Christmas Eve.

On any other night, NORAD is scanning the heavens for potential threats, such as last year’s Chinese spy balloon. But on Christmas Eve, volunteers in Colorado Springs are fielding questions like, “When is Santa coming to my house?