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76 Santa Clauses serving Encinitas, CA

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Santa Richard

5.0 (3)
Top Performer
7 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 23 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $200 per hour

Elissa L. said “This is our 2nd time using Santa Richard at our office Christmas celebration and he is always so great with our clients, including their kids and pups! We plan to use him again next year. Thank you,...”
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Santa Greg

4.96 (67)
Top Performer
188 Verified bookings

  • La Mesa, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 24 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $200

Janelle E. said “I would hire this Santa everytime if my daughter was still in the San Deigo Area. It was perfect! ”
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Santa Claus Jim

5.0 (56)
Top Performer
63 Verified bookings

  • La Mesa, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 24 miles from Encinitas
  • $175 – $600 per event

Constance L. P. said “Santa Jim was fabulous! He has a very warm, engaging personality and the kids were all drawn in. He didn’t just sit in a chair but roamed around during the club’s brunch and gathered the kids to read...”
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'Santa' Argyle

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • Ramona, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 24 miles from Encinitas
  • $200 per hour

Karrie W. said “Very responsive. Communicated throughout process. Showed up right on time and even stayed full time even though last few mins the kids were gone. Authentic in so many jolly ways!!! ”
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San Diego Santas

New member

  • San Diego, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 23 miles from Encinitas
  • Contact for pricing

The best in the Santa Industry! Our Santas begin training mid-summer through November, learning how to make your event magical and memorable. Our Santas are...

The Pure Imagination Party Company

4.88 (35)
Top Performer
88 Verified bookings

  • Del Mar, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 6 miles from Encinitas
  • $49 – $5,000 per event

Miriam P. said “I love that he never got out of character. Not too many kids showed up to the party, but he managed to entertain and keep the part going. He was a good sport when the kids were letting him with the...”

Jolly Ol' Saint Nick

4.95 (19)
Top Performer
53 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 23 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $200 per hour

Diane B. said “Jolly Ol Saint Nick is fabulous. Great with all ages. ”

Santa Tom

5.0 (9)
Top Performer
19 Verified bookings

  • Escondido, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 13 miles from Encinitas
  • Contact for pricing

Jernet B. said “We have had many Santas over the years. They have all been impatient and get frustrated if any kids cry. Tom was absolutely great. He helped try to make them smile and never got frustrated. He even...”

Santa Charles

5.0 (8)
Top Performer
17 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 23 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $100

William L. said “We hired Santa Charles for two events at a local shopping center. He was there for 3 hours for each event. He was part of a tree lighting event, followed by taking photos with everyone that showed...”

Santa Dg

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
10 Verified bookings

  • Temecula, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 33 miles from Encinitas
  • $150 per hour

Ken H. said “He was excellent, great interaction with children and adults, will definitely do again”

Santa Wally by the Sea

4.88 (9)
15 Verified bookings

  • Cardiff By The Sea, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 1 mile from Encinitas
  • Contact for pricing

Adrienne said “Sounded and looked JUST like Santa! Was warm with the children and acted as though he really wanted to be with them. He took his time here and gave each child individual attention. He had all their...”

Santa-Sandiego

5.0 (8)
9 Verified bookings

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 9 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $200

Rosalyn N. said “Everyone Loved him! He had wonderful entrance and the kids adored him. Would perhaps like him to read from the actual story book "Twas the Night Before Christmas" next time and maybe engage the...”

Justclaus

4.99 (61)
118 Verified bookings

  • San Marcos, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 10 miles from Encinitas
  • Contact for pricing

Sharlyn A. S. said “The children loved Santa Randy. He made our Christmas Eve family party so special and he is so authentic. Sweet man. he rode in on the back of a trailer pulled by our tractor. So fun!”

Santa Mark

4.88 (8)
17 Verified bookings

  • Vista, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 12 miles from Encinitas
  • Contact for pricing

Katherine J. said “We had a great time decorating gingerbreads with Santa Mark and his wife. They were very friendly and took the time to talk with each of the children.”

Escondido Santa and Mrs Claus

5.0 (1)
4 Verified bookings

  • Escondido, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 13 miles from Encinitas
  • Contact for pricing

Rubi H. said “Santa Jim did a phenomenal job! He brought energy to the party—arriving on time, making a wonderful entrance, taking photos, and patiently chatting with all the seniors who attended the event. Even...”

Santa Moose

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 23 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $425 per hour

Amanda D. F. said “I had the best experience with Santa Moose and Mrs Claus he was so patient and kind to my autistic son and made his Christmas so very special. Can’t wait to use them next year ”

Santa Claus Joseph

5.0 (2)
5 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 23 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $250

Mike S. said “When Santa stops by, he's great at reminding the children to help Mom and Dad around the house and to PICK up their toys!!! He calls the kids by name, tells stories and there's even a little Santa...”

Santa Mark

4.94 (35)
81 Verified bookings

  • El Cajon, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 25 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $175

Lauren S. said “We used Santa Mark to help promote our booth at a recent trade show, and he did an outstanding job. He was a big hit with everyone, bringing great energy, engaging attendees, and creating a fun,...”

Santa James

5.0 (3)
8 Verified bookings

  • Temecula, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 33 miles from Encinitas
  • Starts at $250

Nicole G. said “We had the most incredible Santa visit at our home this year! From the moment he walked through the door, the kids were in complete awe. His warm, joyful presence instantly filled the room, and he...”

Santa Michael

New member

  • El Cajon, CA
  • Santa Claus
  • 25 miles from Encinitas
  • Contact for pricing

🎅 Meet Santa Michael! Ho, ho, ho! For the past 4 years, I’ve been spreading Christmas magic and holiday cheer to families and children. I offer personalized...

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Quick facts for Santa Clauses in Encinitas, CA

90,469 quotes sent

In the past year, Santa Clauses have sent 90,469 quotes to event planners.

Most popular category

Santa Clauses rank #1 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 36,727 Santa Claus reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1 day on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1 day (on average) to hire a Santa Claus.

Encinitas ranks #76

Encinitas is the 76th most popular city for Santa Clauses requests in California.

Popular events

Santa Clauses are typically hired for Christmas Parties, Corporate Events, and Dinner Parties in Encinitas, CA.

California ranks #1

California is the most popular state for Santa Clauses requests in the United States.

Past events for Santa Clauses in Encinitas, CA

He is amazing

Santa Claus

5.0

December 19, 2025

2 hours

He did an incredible job. We booked him for our preschool Christmas party. He was amazing with the kids. Super interactive and kind. I would highly recommend.
Event total

$350

About booking Santa Clauses in Encinitas, CA

Ensure your Christmas festivities are a success with a visit from Saint Nicholas himself. Skip the shopping mall this holiday season and let Santa travel straight from the North Pole to Encinitas, CA for your holiday event. With their authentic red suits and fluffy white beards, our professional Santa Claus performers are ready to make your Christmas celebration unforgettable!

Santa Claus is a must-have for any holiday party, corporate event, or community gathering. Hire Santa to deliver presents, read stories, and pose for photo ops in front of the Christmas tree. The cost of booking Santa in Encinitas, California will vary depending on how long you need him, the activities that are included, and the Santa’s likeness — real-bearded Santas typically have higher rates.

Begin your search by browsing Encinitas Santa profiles on GigSalad to request free quotes. Santas book up quickly around Christmas, so start planning as early as possible. Look at photos, videos, and reviews from past clients to choose the perfect Santa for your event. When talking about renting Santa services, discuss important details like arrival times, setup requirements, preferred activities, and any special requests you might have.

Once you find a Santa Claus you want to hire, finalize your booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book holiday entertainment and party characters. You can talk with entertainers, confirm all the details in an online agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. You can focus on making special memories and capturing that perfect photo with Santa!

Santa Clauses serving the Encinitas, CA area

These Santa Clauses serve the wider Encinitas and San Diego county area and travel to Cardiff By The Sea, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, Fairbanks Ranch, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Vista, Oceanside, Escondido, San Luis Rey, La Jolla, Poway, Bonsall, Camp Pendleton, Valley Center, Santee, La Mesa, El Cajon, and Pauma Valley.