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Indianapolis, IN

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Overview

🎄It's the weekend of October 20th and I'm now booking for Christmas 2026! Dates are starting to fill up. If you make a request, please expect a prompt reply!
Santa with Joe is a professional, real-bearded Santa serving Indianapolis and Central Indiana. Available for family gatherings, corporate parties, community events, nonprofits, schools, photo sessions, commercials, restaurants and more!
Prime November and December dates fill quickly, so don’t wait until the North Pole gets busy!

⭐ 4.98 Star GigSalad rating
🎅 Real natural beard
🛡️ $1 million liability insured
📸 Experienced with photography & large events
❤️ Family\-friendly and experienced with children of all ages and abilities

Reviews

42 reviews

Ashley W.

December 17, 2024

Verified review

Santa Joe is the best Santa!!!!

Santa Joe was absolutely amazing visiting the residents at my facility! Words can not convey the smiling faces and Christmas Joy that was shared with my residents and staff!!!

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Thanks for having me this year Ashley. It was a fun time with the Choir and the residents! As Santa, seeing people smile and giving them a little cheer at this time of year is the best! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Ellen M.

December 16, 2024

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Santa for everyone

Santa Joe was amazing. He was so flexible with our event and families. He was a jolly character and the kids fell in love with him. Some of our kiddos require a little extra time and attention and Santa adapted to each kiddo. We had several adults that took photos too and Santa gave just the right energy. We had one family that was too overwhelmed to come inside and by some a Christmas miracle Santa caught them in the parking lot and was able to say hello and give the family a memory I’m sure they will hold dear. Can’t say enough great things, the photos were amazing and are already hanging on mantles across Indy. We can’t wait for next year!

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Ellen,
What a great event! From the parking lot to the very end, it's important to be Santa for everyone, make them feel comfortable and of course, make the visit fun! It was a fun time with the Choir and the residents! As Santa, seeing people smile and giving them a little cheer at this time of year is the best! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Shelly C.

December 19, 2023

Verified review

Best day ever!

Santa Joe came to a holiday for kids and adults and he was fantastic! While acknowledging the adults, he understood that the kids were the focus of the visit! We had about 8 kids, under the age of 7 and they all enjoyed having Santa stop by! One little boy kept saying, “This is the best day ever!” Santa Joe was prompt, professional and even stayed a few minutes more than requested to make sure the kids had time with Santa and the families were able to get photos! Several of us talked and we're looking forward to having him back again for Christmas 2024!

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Thank you for having me!

Jensen S.

January 10, 2026

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Don't look around! Book Santa Joe!

We booked him super last second and we couldn't have been happier. Interacted with the kids, made fun of the adults, and his beard and costume are second to none. We will be rebooking next year!

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Thanks for the review and for having me! Looking forward to December 2026 :)

Cherilynn M.

December 28, 2025

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Awesome Santa!!

We surprised the kids and grandparents with Santa Joe and it was wonderful! Everyone was so surprised we are so thankful we had him make a visit and look forward to booking in future Christmas get togethers 🎄⛄️🎅🏼

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Thanks again for having me! What a great way to celebrate Christmas and my last visit of 2025! Look forward to seeing you and your entire family again in 2026. Happy New Year!

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for pricing

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 320 minutes

Insurance: $1,000,000 - Liability Insurance

What to expect

Based upon your event, let’s take some time to discuss what you’re looking for, the timeframe as well as type of event that you’re wanting to! The more information that you can share with me, hopefully the better I can make your event! Please feel free to reach out to me to discuss your event at anytime!

I’m a real bearded Santa with no paint or bleach!

About

Born and raised in Indianapolis Indiana. I’ve performed as Santa Claus off and on for many years, but finally decided to make the move to doing Santa full-time during the month of December 2023!
By day, I work for city government, and also work as an event manager and photographer!

Additional booking notes

Minimum 30 Minutes
For most events, I’ll have an assistant to help me get dressed if I don't arrive already dressed
Dressing Room or Area required for changing before and after
Secure location to store personal belongings
Sturdy 4 legged Chair with a back
10 minute break every 60 minutes

Services offered

Santa Claus Children’s Party Entertainment Costumed Character Narrator Storyteller Holiday Entertainment Actor

Upcoming booked events

November 2026

21

Saturday

Calvary Christian School

9:00am - 12:00pm

27

Friday

Scott Swan - Fishers, IN

8:30am - 10:00am

December 2026

04

Friday

Irvington

6:00pm - 9:00pm

05

Saturday

Cheesecake Factory

8:15am - 10:00am

06

Sunday

Sahm’s

9:00am - 1:30pm

10

Thursday

Easter Seals Crossroads

4:30pm - 7:30pm

11

Friday

Christmas Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Indianapolis, IN

12

Saturday

Westfield Police Dept.

12:00pm - 3:00pm

13

Sunday

Half Liter

9:00am - 1:30pm

15

Tuesday

Indiana DNR

11:30am - 1:00pm

18

Friday

CKF

3:00pm - 6:00pm

20

Sunday

Half Liter

9:00am - 1:30pm

24

Thursday

Christmas Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Zionsville, IN

Past booked events

Fishers, IN

06

Saturday

Saturday

Westfield Police Department

11:00am - 3:00pm

02

Monday

Christmas Party

3:00pm - 7:00pm

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Indianapolis, IN

November 2024

29

Friday

Rivet Coffee

8:00am - 3:30pm

23

Saturday

24

Friday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 7:15pm

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Carmel, IN

18

Saturday

Christmas Party

7:00pm - 7:30pm

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Carmel, IN

Influences and inspiration

Santa Claus of course!

Setup requirements

Sturdy 4 legged chair

Private Room for Dressing before and after

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