Is Santa's bedtime story free?

Yes. Every bedtime story is free to listen to and read, with no sign-up.

When does a new story come out?

A new story comes out every Sunday until Christmas Eve, with a special Christmas Eve story on December 24. Earlier stories stay on this page to listen to any night.

How long is each story?

About four minutes, which is just right for winding down. The words are slow and gentle, and every story ends with Santa saying goodnight.

What ages are the stories for?

They are written for children from about 3 to 8, and they are calm and kind, with nothing scary. Grown-ups can read the text aloud if they prefer.

A new story every Sunday

Santa's Bedtime Story

A free bedtime story for kids, read aloud by Santa. Each one takes about four minutes, with soft, slow words for winding down, and every story ends with a gentle goodnight.

Free
About 4 minutes
Ages 3 to 8
Listen or read along

Santa Claus reading a glowing storybook by the fire

The first story is on its way

The first story arrives Sunday, November 15. Come back then to listen.