Santamobile Returns To Falls Church With Candy Canes Starting Dec. 15

FALLS CHURCH, VA — The Falls Church Volunteer Fire Department's Santamobile will be traveling through neighborhoods in Falls Church, along with parts of Arlington and Fairfax counties, in the days leading up to Christmas.

Santa Claus will be riding atop a decorated fire engine alongside his helpers from Dec. 15 to Dec. 23. The first five nights are reserved for the City of Falls Church, and the remaining nights will be make-up dates or visits to neighboring areas in Arlington and Fairfax counties.

The fire department has provided a map that lets residents zoom in on a neighborhood to see the date of the Santamobile’s visit. During the visits, a SantaTracker will be available to track the Santamobile in real time; a link to the SantaTracker will be provided each night the Santamobile goes out on the fire department’s Facebook page.

Similar to past years, Santa’s helpers will be handing out winter safety tips and candy canes to residents as the Santamobile travels through neighborhoods. For safety reasons, residents are asked to stay on the sidewalk and greet the volunteers accompanying the Santamobile at curbside.

Residents are encouraged to wear masks and socially distance to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 when watching the Santamobile or meeting with the volunteers.

“If you’re driving in your car and you see the Santamobile, please slow down, keep your distance, and watch for elves frolicking in the street,” the fire department said.

Residents can contact the Falls Church Volunteer Fire Department by email with any questions about the Santamobile.