- Joppa, MD
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Central PA Santa
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Overview
Available to appear at Events, Parties, or Meet and greets throughout the year. (Many clients book our "Summertime Santa" for events midyear)
Reviews
27 reviews
Toys O. T. S.
December 17, 2025Another successful Day with Santa!
This is our second time this year having Central PA Santa at our store. We've had him for the last few years as our Santa and will continue to hire him again and again!
Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Central PA Santa
Always a pleasure to visit a real American Toy Store, and they have LOTS of STUFF too!
Taylor
December 8, 2025Santa John is the best Santa!!!
Santa John was very accommodating when it came to scheduling with me, as I had to change the time after I booked. He is also EXCELLENT with entertaining the kids and bringing the hohoholiday spirit :)
Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Central PA Santa
Thank you very much and the Block party was a real blast, I enjoyed everything. Everyone was having a great time. Looking forward visiting with you next year!
Toys O. T. S.
December 4, 2025The Best Santa!
He brings the whole package every year that we have him at our store! Probably the closest you'll get to a real magic Santa. We look forward to having him every year and can't wait until our next event!
Hired as: Santa Claus
Deborah B.
December 1, 2025Everyone loved Santa John
The great grandchildren were delighted to see Santa . They had so many questions to ask and Santa did an excellent job of answering them . Even the adults loved him . I would definitely invite Santa John back for another visit !
Hired as: Santa Claus
Central PA Santa
Thanks for inviting me to make your family tradition special. So happy that great grandchildren enjoyed the PJs and the extra gifts too. Looking forward to next year, be well.
Santa John
Wendy F.
November 21, 2025Santa was incredible
This was our second year with Central Santa and he is wonderful with the kids.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Booking information
Price range: $150 & up. contact for a quote.
Languages: English
Gig length: 20 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Liability Insurance
What to expect
I will be the very entertaining and interactive Santa at your event.
As a seasoned Improvist, I can easily adapt to unique situations or help fill time if something has gone off track.
With my background as a Magician, I keep several magical effects at close hand to perform as needed.
Spending much time in the chair, I have crafted techniques to handle the shy/scared/overactive children and create a great experience for them and their caregivers/parents.
About
Having been a Magician for over 30 years, when my beard got white I decided to don the Red Suit.
I have been entertaining for over 45 years as an actor and comedian.
I have been performing Improv for the last 25 years.
I have put many years of entertainment knowledge into my portrayal of Santa Claus and proudly perform as if I am the Jolly Old Elf himself.
Additional booking notes
Clearances:
PA Dept of Human Services - Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Certification
PA State Police - Criminal Background Certification
Available by request
Services offered
Setup requirements
Requirement of a Fan to keep cool if location warm and/or inside.
Cold bottled water and/or location to keep a beverage nearby.
If sitting for extended period, will require chair to be supportive and comfortable. (I am 6' 2" and over 300 lbs.)
If requested, a 4.5' bench which supports up to 550 lbs. and seats 2 adults is available to use.
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