Time With Santa

Portland, OR

$150-$250 hr $1,500 day

Travels up to 10 miles

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Overview

What a delight and honor it has been serving as Santa Claus in the Pacific Northwest for 36 years. ((phone number hidden)2) Holidays are magical with Santa Phil. His gentle spirit, humor and genuine kindness connect with children because he cares. Guests get:

✅ A 'NO RUSH' visit. spend quality 'Time With Santa' to ensure the best booking investment.

✅ A realistic, well-groomed, high end, patient, interactive entertainer & one who creates memories of pure joy.

✅ Chosen by: Disney, NBC, FOX, CBS, Hilton, Nike, Fred Meyer, Amazon, Regal Cinemas, McDonalds, Dannon, Make-A-Wish, Toys For Tots, Frito Lay, Pepsi, Westfield, Anheuser-Busch & Sprint.

✅ Equality for all 🏳️‍🌈 + ✝️


Reviews

15 reviews

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Amanda A.

December 30, 2024
Verified review

Very social Santa

We invited Santa Phil to visit our retirement home, and he was a big hit! Residents lined up to sit with him and he took the time to have engaging conversation with each of them.

Hired as: Santa Claus

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Time With Santa

I adored your staff and residents alike. What a pleasure it was to visit with each of them. Each, were magical.


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Carlos

December 16, 2024
Verified review

What a wonderful visit from Santa!!

Santa Phil was a treat to work with. From the moment he arrived, the Christmas spirit was in full effect. I highly recommend Santa Phil as he was very professional, kind, and an overall amazing addition to our event.

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Gloria B.

December 8, 2024
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Santa wins the night!!

It was amazing. Mr. And Mrs. Claus were so authentic.! the children had an absolute fantastic time seeing him and her. They were everything they were promised to be and then some I know that iwas one tired Santa couple when they got home.
I would recommend Santa Milt and Mrs Santa Linda any time!

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Nathalie C.

November 7, 2024
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Genuine and Cleaver - Top Notch Santa!

We had Santa step in for some shots for a short film to celebrate the holidays online!

We could not have been more thrilled to have had Santa join us, he took pictures with our employees and was a true joy to work with!

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Sarah H.

December 26, 2023
Verified review

Amazing Addition To Our Event

Time with Santa was great to work with. He was very communicative and punctual. We truly enjoyed the presence of him and Mrs. Claus. They were super friendly with everyone and their attire was beautiful. Thank you so much for making our event special for all.

Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus

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Booking information

Price range: $150-$250 hr $1,500 day

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 900 minutes

Insurance: $2,000,000 - Entertainers are individually contracted and may or may not choose to carry liability insurance and are not required to do so by state law in a performance base business.

What to expect

What to Expect

A beautifully presented Santa (and Mrs. Claus when booked) Clean, professional, and thoughtfully groomed. Arriving as close to your scheduled time as possible

Santa travels between many visits each day. If sleigh traffic, road closures, or holiday surprises arise, you’ll receive updates by phone, text, or your GigSalad message page.

Please stay attentive to messages in the 15–30 minutes before arrival. This is often the final moment of communication before Santa makes his entrance.

Arrival & Timing

Santa aims to arrive 15 minutes early, waiting quietly in his sleigh before entering with jingling bells and holiday cheer.

A nearby parking spot is greatly appreciated. Please keep children inside until Santa makes his entrance.
Tuck pets safely away before he arrives.

The Setting

Santa needs a small, clear space—about 4’ × 4’— where he can sit, place his toy bag, and welcome guests.

Children may sit nearby on chairs or the floor. The magic works best when Santa’s space is calm and open.

The Chair Matters

Please provide one sturdy, solid chair—wood or metal preferred. It must safely support Santa and children together (about 500 lbs).

For comfort, safety, and beautiful photos:
Please avoid couches, recliners, loveseats, rocking chairs, folding chairs, or plastic lawn chairs.

A good chair keeps Santa comfortable, children secure, and photos looking timeless and natural.

The Experience

Each visit is guided by connection, not a script. Santa may read, sing, visit, or create simple holiday moments— always warm, interactive, and heartfelt.

Parents are encouraged to join the joy.
Santa believes in encouragement, kindness, and reflection—never shaming, always uplifting.

Photos & Portraits

One or two children may sit on Santa’s lap for portraits. Larger families are welcome to gather beside or in front of him.

For safety and insurance reasons,
Santa cannot hold infants under 2 years old.

Pets

Please secure pets before Santa arrives.
They can be trip hazards and may damage Santa’s specialty suit.

For everyone’s safety—and to protect the next family’s visit/Santa’s suit— pets may not sit on Santa’s lap but may snuggle next to him.

Reservations & Travel

Rates are based on location and travel distance. Events outside Santa’s primary service area may include a travel fee.

Maximum same-day driving distance is 1.5 hours. Longer distances require an overnight hotel stay, arranged in advance.

Seasonal reservations are final.
Rescheduling is welcome if availability allows.

Address Accuracy Matters

Santa arrives at the address provided.
Please double-check:

Street type (Street, Ave, Rd, Ct)
North, South, East, or West. House numbers and visible address markings. A small typo can create a big delay.

Gratitude

Gratuities are never expected.
If Santa made your holiday extra special,
a discreet envelope on his exit is appreciated.

Many Santas use these gifts to support community giving and street services.
If you wish your gift to be used this way,
simply write “Street Services” on the envelope.

About

Where Holiday Memories Begin…

Time With Santa™ creates the kind of Santa visit families remember for a lifetime—unhurried, heartfelt, and full of genuine connection.

This is not a quick photo or a rushed line.
It’s time to talk, laugh, listen, and believe.

What you can expect:

• Relaxed, unhurried visits
• Warm, personal interaction for every child
• Professionally trained, background-checked Santas
• Polished, authentic appearance
• Dependable arrival and clear communication
• A calm, joyful experience parents can trust

Whether at your home, workplace, or holiday event, Santa arrives ready to create real moments—ones that feel meaningful, not manufactured.

Capture beautiful photos, share the joy instantly, and watch the magic ripple through family, friends, and coworkers.

Perfect for Meaningful Moments

• Family traditions & intimate gatherings
• Workplace celebrations that boost morale
• Holiday parties that feel personal, not staged
• Surprise visits that become lifelong memories

Have something special to share?
A new home. A new car. Big news. A milestone moment.
Santa delivers it with warmth, wonder, and just the right touch of magic.

Last-minute and same-day bookings available.
Live video Santa visits also offered—bringing comfort and connection to children, grandparents, loved ones, or teams anywhere.

A Tradition Built on Trust

Founded in 1986, Time With Santa™ has quietly set the standard for professional Santa experiences across the Pacific Northwest.

Behind every visit is decades of experience, thoughtful preparation, and a deep respect for families, children, and the traditions that matter most.

Each Santa is chosen not just for appearance—but for kindness, patience, and the ability to truly connect.

Because these moments matter.
Because memories last.
Because the right Santa makes all the difference.

Additional booking notes

✅ This Santa has successfully passed an FBI background check and has been fingerprinted at Beaverton Sheriff’s office for your safety on: September 1, 2025

✅ Santa has also passed an Oregon State criminal background check in Portland State October, 7, 2025

🎄Some of our performers may have special needs such as fewer stairs or no stairs at all, need for ample lighting while reading gift tags, need for a sturdy chair, cold bottled water and restroom. Please be considerate when meeting your performer ahead of time. It's a good idea to call them directly before the day of your event to discuss ideas you may want to go over and to double-check arrival times and length of stay.

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NEED TO CANCEL?
We understand, it happens. You will not lose any money if you cancel by telephone, email or in the reservation app 14 days prior to your event start date/time. Events canceled less than 14 days prior to event start date/time will lose the total price of the event. Christmas Eve & Christmas Day reservations are not-refundable once paid. All sales are final. Rescheduled dates/times are solely at the discretion of management. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone or entity when we have prior bookings or other planned obligations. If Santa is more than 1 hour late due to unforeseen circumstances, his management will contact the buyer to negotiate a partial or full refund based on mutual agreement. Contact us directly in the app or by phone for additional questions.

Past booked events

December 2024

16

Monday

Retirement Community Event

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Portland, OR

07

Saturday

Christmas Party

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Camas, WA

07

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

12:30pm - 3:30pm

Portland, OR

December 2023

22

Friday

Christmas Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Vancouver, WA

16

Saturday

Christmas Party

1:00pm - 4:00pm

West Linn, OR

09

Saturday

Festival

10:00am - 1:00pm

Puyallup, WA

December 2022

20

Tuesday

Virtual Event

11:00am - 12:00pm

Bremerton, WA

18

Sunday

Corporate Event

2:00pm - 5:00pm

West Linn, OR

17

Saturday

Christmas Party

1:00pm - 3:30pm

Seattle, WA

11

Sunday

Christmas Party

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Bellevue, WA

December 2021

23

Thursday

Surprise

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Tillamook, OR

19

Sunday

Christmas Party

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Spanaway, WA

18

Saturday

Fair

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Vancouver, WA

18

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Seattle, WA

15

Wednesday

School Assembly

10:00am - 11:30am

Auburn, WA

December 2018

16

Sunday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Vancouver, WA

15

Saturday

Corporate Event

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Vancouver, WA

December 2017

19

Tuesday

Reunion

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Happy Valley, OR

Set list

If you have a special request such as; a certain way you'd like the character to enter the room, position in the room, arrival time, duties upon arrival or similar, please explain in detail to your talent booking agent.

Santa will not read children's names out loud. You will not read names from gifts, tags or cards. The reason behind this is simple, if Santa mispronounces a child's name, it hurts their feelings. A better solution is to have Santa be handed a package from a parent or guardian and speak: "Santa, this package is for Sarah! Would you like to hand it to her?" Because Santa knows all children's names, this is the best method.

Influences and inspiration

As the founder of the company, my personal influences have been: Walt Disney, Jim Henson, Liberace, Fred Rogers (Mr. Rogers) Rankin & Bass. Each brought a sense of showmanship, individuality and raw courage of creativity into thier industry. Each, changed lives by being themselves and following the conviction of their passions.

Setup requirements

Comfortable, strong chair. (Wider is better)

Bottled water (cold is nice)

Reserved parking close to entrance/back entrance

Audience participation

Escort noisy or upset children to a safe, quiet area

Street address, contact phone # and contact person name

Length of stay and duties expected

Number of children/guests attending

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