Moments from the Christmas events at the National Training Center

FORT IRWIN, Calif. —  Residents participated in several events around post to get into the holiday spirit. The Holiday Market and Tree Lighting ceremony and a “Breakfast with Santa” event kicked off all of the celebrations.

Santa at the Helipad

There were also photos with Santa Claus at the main helipad, which is something unique to a military installation. St. Nick posed in a Blackhawk.

Cameryn 11, Mackenzie 9, and Matthew 7 visit Santa on a Blackhawk at Fort Irwin.

De La Serna family Carlos 10, Yasmine 8, and Christopher 7 pose with Santa, a Christmas tree, a wreath and a military aircraft

Paws with Claus

No one could forget our furry friends, so the post Vet Clinic welcomed residents to bring their fur kids to take a picture with Santa. There were also hot cocoa and doggy treats provided.

Raven and Santa during the “Paws with Claus” event on post.

Cash and Bumpus with Saint Nicholas.