Santa is popular during Celebration of Lights

Neriah, Josiah and Isaac pose with Santa at The Roast at the conclusion of Alamosa's Celebration of Lights Friday evening. Santa listened to wishes, and his helpers rewarded boys and girls with gifts from Santa's bag. The cold did not deter youngsters from waiting in line down the street for a chance to meet the jolly celebrity.

12-1 web Santa & Rice kids

Ashlyn is excited for her new baby brother Alek, 8 months, to meet Santa for the first time on Friday evening at The Roast in Alamosa.

12-1 web Santa & Grant

Meeting Santa puts a big grin on Grant's face Friday night at The Roast in Alamosa.

12-2 web Santa & Sophia

Sophia, 3, is happy to meet Santa on Friday in Alamosa.

12-1 web Santa & Cooper

Cooper has a serious discussion with Santa about Christmas wishes Friday evening.