BuckeyeClaus

In-Home Santa Visits
Create unforgettable memories in the comfort of your own home. Buckeye Claus arrives in full costume, ready to chat with children, pose for photos, hear Christmas wishes, and deliver early gifts (provided by the host). Perfect for: Family gatherings, holiday traditions, surprise visits.

Corporate & Community Events
Add a festive highlight to your company party, customer appreciation day, or employee family event. Buckeye Claus can assist with gift-giving, photos, mingling, and more. Perfect for: Office parties, retail promotions, holiday luncheons, team events.

Schools, Daycares, Libraries & Churches
Bring the joy of Christmas to children in safe, familiar environments. Buckeye Claus offers age-appropriate visits for reading stories, posing for photos, and delivering treats or small gifts (provided by the host). Perfect for: School assemblies, classroom visits, church holiday programs, library storytimes.

Photographer Sessions
Book Buckeye Claus for a professional photo shoot—whether in-studio, outdoors, or on location. He’ll bring a polished look and timeless presence to help photographers create stunning, magical holiday portraits. Perfect for: Mini sessions, themed photo events, holiday card shoots.

Buckeye Claus is Santa Dan, a real-bearded Santa based in central Ohio, bringing joy, authenticity, and heartfelt connection to every visit. Rooted in faith and humility, Santa Dan finds great joy in sharing the true story of Christmas and considers it a privilege to read the Nativity account. He also enjoys reciting ’Twas the Night Before Christmas, singing timeless carols, and listening with warmth and care to every child’s holiday wishes.

Real Beard Santa
Santa Dan proudly touts a real, naturally white beard—bringing an authentic, timeless look to every appearance. No costume pieces or glued-on beards here—just the genuine article that adds to the magic.

Custom Suit Handmade in Hollywood
Buckeye Claus wears a handcrafted red velvet Santa suit, designed and tailored in Hollywood by costume professionals. Every detail, from the stitching to the faux fur trim, is made to impress in photos and in person.

Graduate of the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School
Santa Dan is a graduate of the world-renowned Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School—the oldest and most respected Santa training program in existence. He brings professional training in storytelling, character development, child interaction, and seasonal etiquette to each visit.

Background Checked & Fully Insured
Your peace of mind matters. Buckeye Claus is background checked and fully insured, so you can feel confident when inviting him into your home, school, business, or event.

Member of IBRBS & Ohio Santas
Santa Dan is an active member of both the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas (IBRBS) and Ohio Santas, professional organizations committed to high standards of ethics, safety, and performance in Santa portrayal.