By Lookout Staff

November 13, 2024 -- There's still six weeks before Christmas, but police officials on Tuesday announced they have obtained Santa's itinerary for Santa Monica.

As he does every year, Santa will arrive well in advance of his usual rounds of the planet and make four scheduled stops in the beach city on December 6.

"Santa Claus is coming to town with Santa Monica's police officers and firefighters leading the way," Police Department officials said in a statement.

"Santa and his public safety helpers will be distributing good cheer and thousands of candy canes as part of this year’s 33rd Annual 'Candy Cane Drive.'”

To ensure everyone has the opportunity to visit with Santa, this year’s schedule includes one stop per police beat.

10 – 10:45 a.m. at Douglas Park, 2400 California Ave (Beat 4)

11 - 11:30 a.m. at Christine Reed Park, California Ave & 7th Street (Beat 1)

1 – 1:45 p.m. at Virginia Avenue Park, 2200 Virginia Ave (Beat 3)

2 – 2:45 p.m. Clover Park, Ocean Park & 25th St (Beat 2)

"Santa Monica children are encouraged to look and listen for the lights and sirens of the public safety vehicles, while parents are encouraged to bring their cameras," police officials advised.

The festivities are sponsored by the Santa Monica Police Officers Association and Santa Monica Firefighters, Local 1109.