Santa Claus visits the WXXV News 25 studio!
Santa Claus is coming to town, making a quick stop in Gulfport! WXXV News 25's Everett Ganier Jr. sat down with the Big Man of Christmas ahead of Christmas Day.
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Santa Claus officially cleared for travel
Because no one logs more travel miles on Christmas Eve than Santa Claus, the Big Guy simply insists on being well prepared. That’s why earlier this month, at Santa’s request, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) cleared St. Nick and…
Holiday fun at RNR Tire Express in St. Martin
A special guest is coming to town! Santa Claus is stopping by RNR Tire Express in St. Martin on December 21st. Pictures with Santa are free and there will be a free hot cocoa bar and food trucks. The fun…
Santa Claus makes his way to Edgewater Mall
Santa Claus making his way to Edgewater Mall in Biloxi. The Big Man of Christmas makes his way to the mall November 9th at 11 AM. He will be located in front of Dillard's. Be sure to bring your list,…
Gulf Coast Kringle Club holds workshop for Santa’s helpers
It may be August, but that doesn’t mean Santa Claus isn’t already hard at work. Santa D said, “We all love each other. We all trying to…
Christmas coming early at St. Martin Library
It might be July, but it's never too early to get into the Christmas spirit! The St. Martin Public Library is hosting Christmas in July Thursday at 10 AM.…
MBAH Grants Certification for Santa’s Reindeer to Enter Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. – Today, the Mississippi Board of Animal Health (MBAH) issued a certificate of veterinary inspection to Santa Claus of the North Pole, which permits Mr. Claus’ reindeer to enter and exit the state of Mississippi between the hours…
Santa Claus stops by WXXV before Christmas
We have an old friend coming to visit us today! Santa Claus is in town for a quick trip before starting his Christmas Eve journey around the world.
Santa makes a stop at Traintastic in Gulfport
Santa Claus came rolling into town in style this weekend. The Traintastic Express was live and in full effect over the weekend. It was a great way for…
NORAD expects smooth travels for Santa Claus this weekend
NORAD doesn’t expect COVID or the bomb cyclone hitting North America to impact St. Nick’s global travels. The North American Aerospace Defense Command is responsible for monitoring…
Santa Claus stops by WXXV
Who is that wrapped in red with a beard white as snow? It’s none other than Santa Claus! While the elves are hard at work in the North Pole getting ready…
Keeping track of Santa Claus as he makes his way across the globe on Christmas Eve
By JAMES ANDERSON Associated Press PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. (AP) — Rest assured, kids of all ages: Santa’s coming this Christmas Eve, and a second holiday with COVID-19 won’t stop him. That’s the word from the joint U.S.-Canadian military…
Santa Claus visits WXXV!
The jolly old elf himself was in the WXXV newsroom on Thursday. Santa Claus stopped by while on the Coast doing some 11th hour visits with children, families and businesses on the Coast…
"Santa Clause is Coming to Town" at Hattula Family Light Show in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Santa Claus is coming to town! St. Nick will be at the Hattula Family Light Show on December 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.…
Seniors in Biloxi brunch with Santa and Mrs. Claus
Traveling all the way from the North Pole to Biloxi, Mr. and Mrs. Claus brought a drive-thru Christmas brunch to seniors. The drive-thru brunch did not start until 9 a.m., however seniors and their families waited almost…
‘Twas nine days before Christmas at the Harrison County Child Development Center
Santa and his wife were also busy today stopping by the Harrison County School District. A 52-year annual tradition and holiday give away by the Biloxi Elks Lodge at the Harrison County Child Development Center is still…
Register today to speak to Santa Claus tomorrow
Little ones in Biloxi, you might want to listen up! If you want to speak to Santa, you’re in luck! We are ten days out from Santa making his way into your home. So, here’s the chance…
Salvation Army hosting virtual breakfast with Santa Claus
Biloxi, Miss. (Nov 25th 2020) – Guess who's coming to town? Santa Claus himself will be making a pitstop at The Salvation Army MS Gulf Coast Command Kroc Center on December 5th, 2020 at 9:00am to grab breakfast on his…
Sorry, Grinch. Virus won’t stop NORAD from tracking Santa
WASHINGTON (AP) — Children of the world can rest easy. The global pandemic won’t stop them from tracking Santa Claus’ progress as he delivers gifts around the globe on Christmas Eve. The North American Aerospace Defense Command has announced that…
Scuba diving Santa feeds sharks at Rio Aquarium
A biologist dressed as Santa Claus dove into an aquarium in Rio de Janeiro on Friday to feed the sharks and raise awareness of the importance of protecting marine life. Volmer de Aguiar Salvador, a biologist who has been working…
Info on Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival, the "Most Magical Show in South Mississippi"
From the beautiful lights to delicious funnel cakes, the Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival is getting South Mississippi ready for when Santa Claus comes to town. Here's what you need to know: Festival Hours: Ticket Sales from 5:30 p.m. to…
MEMA is ready to assist Santa
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency wants residents to know it will be ready to assist Santa Claus as he moves throughout the state Christmas Eve. The forecast is looking good with mild temperatures and mostly clear skies across the state.…
Santa visits the Biloxi Fire Museum
The holiday season is a very busy time for Old St. Nick, but he did squeeze some local kids into his schedule. A place that normally teaches people history had a very famous guest stop by this weekend. Biloxi Fire…
Santa Claus at the Harrison County Fairgrounds
Santa Claus is coming to town and he’s making a pit stop at the Harrison County Fairgrounds. Santa will be at the fairgrounds tonight from 6 p.m. to 8.m. You can take a picture with Santa and there will be…