CHICAGO — As the pandemic rages, children’s visits with Santa Claus are going virtual—to protect both the kids and the men in high-risk groups who dress up as old St. Nick. So, when I start talking to the kids they are like, ‘Hey, this Santa knows all about me!’” Sullivan said. Cherry Hill Programs, which runs Santa visits at more than 700 retail locations throughout the United States, has made visits with Santa a contactless experience this year. Santa and staff have daily health screenings and temperature checks, and children are not allowed to sit on Santa’s lap. Some believe the virtual visits will still appeal to families even after the pandemic is behind us.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer December 21, 2020 16:52 UTC