Buddy the Elf, Brett Peclash, surprises Santa Claus during his Alburnett visit on Dec. 6. “Buddy” asked Santa to sign his life-sized cutout of himself, which he did.

Buddy the Elf and his friends come to Alburnett to see the one and only Santa Claus, Dec. 6. From left, front row: Carter, Codie and Brielle Gilson. Back row: Brett Peckash and Sue Meyer.

With the help of the Alburnett Fire Department, Santa arrives at the Historical Society on time, with lights and sirens.

From left, siblings Trett, Ainsley and Avery Tlusty visit Santa Claus and tell the jolly man what they want for Christmas.

From left, Santa Claus gets a photo with Sawyer Brown, Linnie Romine, Arlo and Keaton Wright.

Brothers Griffin and Grayer Guy receive a free lunch from the Alburnett Lions Club for families who visit Santa. A choice of ham-and-cheese or PB & J sandwiches was available, along with other snacks.

Many Families take group photos with Santa Claus to create lasting memories.

Scarlett Brunscheen visits with Santa Claus during his stop at the Alburnett Historical Society, Dec. 6.