- Chicago, IL
- Santa Claus
- $60 – $5,000 per event
Jackie D. said
“We had a great Mr and Mrs claus. ”
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62 Santa Clauses serving Chicago, IL
- La Grange Park, IL
- Santa Claus
- 12 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
Gina P. said
“Michael the Santa was absolutely AMAZING! Everyone at the party had a great time. He was very outgoing and he made sure that he spoke to and took pictures with everyone. ”
- Naperville, IL
- Santa Claus
- 28 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
Dana L. said
“Santa Irwin was fantastic and great with the children! He was on time, personable, and remembered little details that really made Christmas Eve magical! ”
- Mundelein, IL
- Santa Claus
- 33 miles from Chicago
- $125 – $200 per hour
Alyssa C. said
“Santa did a great job at our event which was outdoors where customers could stop by and take a photo with him. He was engaging and warm with all who came to say hello. Will definitely book again for... ”
- St Charles, IL
- Santa Claus
- 35 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
Brittany M. O. said
“We have adored working with Santa Scott over the years. He brings such a warm presence and magical energy. Recently our daughter had a serious surgery and Santa came to visit! He was calm and caring... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Santa Claus
- Starts at $125
Ak said
“Santa Matt was amazing. We had a smallish party and he did great with kids and adults. Would recommend to anyone looking for a Santa. ”
- Wilmette, IL
- Santa Claus
- 14 miles from Chicago
- Starts at $40 per hour
Russ H. said
“Gale was great to work with, engaged with the guests, and made sure every child felt special. ”
- Tinley Park, IL
- Santa Claus
- 23 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
Jaime R. said
“We were honored to welcome Santa Claus to Universal Dental, and it was an unforgettable experience for everyone. From the moment he arrived, the clinic filled with laughter, excitement, and genuine... ”
- Naperville, IL
- Santa Claus
- 28 miles from Chicago
- $75 – $2,000 per event
Anna C. said
“Made the family party special ❤️ ”
- Crown Point, IN
- Santa Claus
- 35 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
Making the Real Santa dream come true for children and parents with memorable pictures. Bringing the Christmas magic back home from the North Pole! Hosting...
- Chicago, IL
- Santa Claus
- Contact for pricing
Beata K. said
“Santa Frank is great! He is very patient with the kids, he answered their questions, hundreds of questions. Took many pictures with him. He was not in a hurry, took his time at our house which was... ”
- Oak Park, IL
- Santa Claus
- 8 miles from Chicago
- Starts at $400
Joanne W. said
“We had the absolute joy of hosting Santa and Mrs. Claus, and they far exceeded every expectation. From the moment they arrived, the magic of Christmas came to life. Santa and Mrs. Claus were warm,... ”
- Oak Park, IL
- Santa Claus
- 8 miles from Chicago
- $125 per hour
Mary E. W. said
“Santa Howie was absolutely amazing! He showed up ahead of time, ready to spread holiday cheer, and stayed to make sure everyone had a blast. With his jolly spirit, he led the group in a spirited... ”
- Oak Lawn, IL
- Santa Claus
- 13 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
Maria C. said
“Santa and Mrs. Clause were perfect. Very nice people. Came on time and great with communication. ”
- Gurnee, IL
- Santa Claus
- 37 miles from Chicago
- $150 per hour
Victoria G. said
“Santa Ted was very personable and was a great hit with the kids climbing up on his sleigh! I highly recommend Santa Ted and his sleigh for your gathering! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Santa Claus
- Contact for pricing
Edward K. said
“The Most Incredible Santa and so jolly with all customers, kids & dogs!
We Highly Recommend!! ”
- Chicago, IL
- Santa Claus
- Contact for pricing
Bob P. said
“Santa John did a great job visiting 12 homes in our neighborhood this year. I received the following feedback... * I thought it was great, the kids were mesmerized so that is always a win! * Thought... ”
- Chicago, IL
- Santa Claus
- Contact for pricing
Brittany W. said
“He is a true GEM!!!!! All children love his energy and he really takes the role and responsibility of the children’s imagination to the next level!!!!! ”
- Brookfield, IL
- Santa Claus
- 12 miles from Chicago
- Starts at $150
Liam B. said
“True professional. So patient and kind with all the children and adults. Very authentic santa suit and persona. Couldn't be happier! ”
- Skokie, IL
- Santa Claus
- 12 miles from Chicago
- Starts at $200
Anne M. said
“We couldn’t have been happier to have Santa Tom greet and chat with the children at our recent event! Kind, funny and entertaining, Santa Tom has a natural affinity with kids and all his visitors came... ”
- Oak Lawn, IL
- Santa Claus
- 13 miles from Chicago
- Starts at $145 per hour
Peter H. said
“I have worked with several Santas, and I will say Santa Brian was on top of everything we needed for our breakfast with Santa event. His suit and hair are great, he was timely and very reachable... ”
- Blue Island, IL
- Santa Claus
- 15 miles from Chicago
- $100 – $200 per hour
Jim N. said
“Santa Kerry Kringle was great. Sang songs, passed out gifts, took pictures. Kids had a great time. ”
- Blue Island, IL
- Santa Claus
- 15 miles from Chicago
- Starts at $250
Giana W. said
“Santa Joe is amazing. We hired him for my son’s first birthday party and he not only made every hesitant or shy child feel special, but he interacted with the adults, as well. I would hire him every... ”
- Wheeling, IL
- Santa Claus
- 24 miles from Chicago
- $150 per hour
Anna M. said
“I had him at my event last year and of course wanted him to attend this year. I will always use Jeff for my Santa needs. He's prompt, kind and makes the event fun for the kids. He even brought a... ”
Santa Experience
2 Verified bookings- Schaumburg, IL
- Santa Claus
- 26 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
Make this Christmas one to remember for years to come by having Santa come to your house. No waiting in long department store lines or paying high prices for...
- Warrenville, IL
- Santa Claus
- 28 miles from Chicago
- Starts at $200
Gina S. said
“Santa Jim was beautifully dressed and great to work with -I would definitely recommend ”
- Joliet, IL
- Santa Claus
- 34 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
Terry H. said
“Santa was on time, very professional and utterly charming. The experience was enjoyed by all. ”
- Joliet, IL
- Santa Claus
- 34 miles from Chicago
- Starts at $200
Shanna D. said
“Santa & Mrs. Claus were the absolute sweetest! They were kind, patient, friendly & SO fun. They even had a few surprises in store - sleigh bells & sunglasses! They made our event perfect - from the... ”
Santa Pat
5 Verified bookings- Elgin, IL
- Santa Claus
- 35 miles from Chicago
- Contact for pricing
I started being a Santa because a group of people lost there's due to age and medical issues. They asked me to fill in and I did. It turned out to be a...
- Waukegan, IL
- Santa Claus
- 35 miles from Chicago
- $100 – $1,200 per event
Rachel M. said
“North Shore Santa was very prompt and professional. He was great with kids and adults and made the event very fun. A couple of the kids wanted to keep going back to talk and take pictures with... ”
- Cedar Lake, IN
- Santa Claus
- 37 miles from Chicago
- $225 – $275 per hour
Michaela L. said
“If I didn’t know any better, I’d swear we had the real Santa and Mrs. Claus at our Brunch with Santa event at Briar Ridge Country Club! From the moment they arrived, they brought the magic of the... ”
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Quick facts for Santa Clauses in Chicago, IL
88,004 quotes sent
In the past year, Santa Clauses have sent 88,004 quotes to event planners.
1st most popular
Santa Clauses rank #1 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
4.9 out of 5 stars
There are 36,643 Santa Claus reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
1 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 1 days (on average) to hire a Santa Claus.
Chicago ranks #1
Chicago is the most popular city for Santa Clauses requests in Illinois.
Popular events
Santa Clauses are typically hired for Christmas Parties, Corporate Events, and House Parties in Chicago, IL.
Illinois ranks #4
Illinois is the 4th most popular state for Santa Clauses requests in the United States.
Past events for Santa Clauses in Chicago, IL
Santa Delivered
Santa Claus
5.0
December 7, 2025
2 hours
Santa was incredible. He showed up early, was professional the entire time, and did everything we asked without hesitation. Guests absolutely loved him and he made the whole event feel special. Great energy, great with kids and adults, and really elevated the experience. We’ll definitely be bringing him back.
Event total
$125
Santa Brian was great with the kids!
Santa Claus
5.0
November 8, 2025
1 hour
Helped create holiday magic!
Event total
$160
Fantastic!
Santa Claus
5.0
December 6, 2025
1.5 hour
Santa and Mrs. Claus were absolutely amazing! They were warm engaging and made everyone feel special. They read stories with the crowd, took pictures with every resident and family, and brought such a beautiful holiday spirit to our community. We truly enjoyed having them, they were awesome. I will definitely book them every year!
Event total
$250
About booking Santa Clauses in Chicago, IL
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 Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, Illinois 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.
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Santa Clauses serving the Chicago, IL area
These Santa Clauses serve the wider Chicago and Cook county area and travel to Lincoln Park, Cicero, Irving Park, Oak Park, Berwyn, Stickney, Forest Park, Forest View, Elmwood Park, North Riverside, River Forest, Lincolnwood, Riverside, Amf Ohare, Lyons, Hines, Maywood, Harwood Heights, River Grove, Summit, Summit Argo, Burbank, Hometown, Evergreen Park, Broadview, Norridge, Melrose Park, Evanston, Brookfield, and Skokie.