The Air Jordan 3 GS "Santa" Releases November 2026

Jordan Brand is bringing a holiday-themed Air Jordan 3 to kids' sizing this November with the "Santa" colorway, a build that draws directly from the red, white, and black palette of Santa's classic outfit. The design goes a step further by nodding to a Nike Christmas advertisement from 1985, back when the Air Jordan line was just finding its footing, weaving a bit of early brand history into the seasonal theme.

University Red leather covers the majority of the upper, with a slightly deeper Gym Red shade appearing around the toe and heel for added dimension. The tongue and eyestays arrive in white, providing contrast against the black laces, while a red Jumpman logo is stitched onto the tongue face. A white midsole with a visible Air unit sits below, and a black rubber outsole finishes the base of the shoe.

The ankle collar is lined in fuzzy black material meant to evoke Santa's boot trim, giving the silhouette a texture that is not typically found on an Air Jordan 3. The insoles carry an image of the Air Jordan 1 "Chicago" as it appeared in Nike's 1985 Christmas ad, tying the holiday concept back to the brand's earliest days. On the heel, a gold Jumpman with AIR lettering sits on a black panel framed by dark red overlays.