PapaSanta
Overview
Mr & Mrs Claus have 10 grandchildren and love children. We thoroughly
enjoy visiting with each child and making the Santa experience special for them! We also have experience with children with special needs and will do our best to make sure each child has a good experience! Pets are welcome also for pictures!
Reviews
14 reviews
Jordan K.
December 29, 2025Great for all ages
Papa Santa was great with all ages, especially the kids! He's full of energy and great for any large group setting.
Hired as: Santa Claus
PapaSanta
Thank you so much for your kind words! I really enjoyed working with The Mills House downtown Charleston SC and look forward to next year!
Kind regards
Papa Santa
Julia H.
December 18, 2025Wonderful Santa!!!
He was a great Santa - wonderful with kids of all ages! Great with photo taking, keeping the kids engaged, offering them little treats/toys from his sack, reading them Christmas stories, and more! Even sang some Christmas songs that everyone joined in on!! Will book him again for next year!
Hired as: Santa Claus
PapaSanta
I so enjoyed it and look forward to next year! Thanks for the great review!
Kind regards
Papa Santa
K E.
December 16, 2025The most magical, Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus
I’ve had the opportunity to work with several Santas over the years, and each has been wonderful in their own way. But Papa Santa and Mrs. Claus offered something truly special—an experience unlike anything I’ve ever seen.
The joy and happiness they brought to our event lingered for days afterward. They danced with the children, read stories, and Santa even climbed into the bounce house, which absolutely delighted the kids. Every moment felt magical and authentic.
When it came time for photos, Papa Santa went above and beyond. He would say things like, “Mom, get your camera ready—here we go!” and then effortlessly create the most meaningful moments: children whispering secrets in his ear, tugging on his beard, laughing uncontrollably, and sharing the sweetest interactions. He didn’t just pose for photos—he created memories.
Papa Santa and Mrs. Claus are true professionals and an absolute joy to have at any event. We look forward to welcoming them back year after year to bring the true spirit of Christmas to our celebrations.
Hired as: Mrs. Claus, Santa Claus
PapaSanta
Thank you so much for this kind review! We loved every minute of being at your holiday event and the children were delightful! We wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year!
Kind regards,
Papa Santa & Mrs. Claus
Brooke B.
December 10, 2025Best Santa around!
Papa Santa really brought the energy to our Movie Nights! He went above and beyond the standard Ho Ho Ho and was quite engaging with the kids and the adults alike! He dances and sings too! I highly recommend and will be using him in the future.
Hired as: Santa Claus
PapaSanta
It has truly been a delight to be part of your movie nights! Thank you so much for your kind review and look forward to next year! Merry Christmas and a very happy and healthy New Year to you and your family!
Kind Regards
Papa Santa
Amanda T.
August 1, 2025Always ready for holiday spirit
Smart and Mrs Claus have been helping me bring the holiday spirit to our neighborhood and nursing home for years. The pair are extremely easy to work with and are wanting every person, child and adult, to have a special experience. They adapt to each situation and are ready to handle the eager child or the scared child. I will always support Santa and Mrs Claus
Hired as: Mrs. Claus, Santa Claus
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
About
I am a retired chemical engineer, with 5 children and 10 grandchildren.
I began doing Santa events for over 20 years as a volunteer in my wife's special needs' classroom along with church and neighborhood events. In recent years, my wife, who worked for 24 years as a special education assistant, also joined me as Mrs. Claus. Our experience with children with special needs have taught us to welcome a variety of children, help them feel comfortable, and provide them a chance to have this magical experience. Many parents have been delighted to find that their child would sit with Santa for a picture when they thought it was something that they could never do.
Six years ago, I had my first professional Santa opportunity when I was hired by James Island County Park. Since then, I have also been doing private Santa parties, including an office party with Keller Williams Realty. For this event, my wife came as my Elf and helped coordinate and comfort the children, making the experience even more special. They liked us so much they paid me double the asking price.
For the last two years, My wife has become Mrs. Claus and we have enjoyed the experience at The Charleston Place Hotel and we will be there for our 3rd season every Saturday starting Nov 29th. By November, everywhere I go people call me Santa! I have even been featured briefly on the news as a Santa traveling in the airport.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
December 2026
05
Saturday
Charleston place
All-day event
Past booked events
December 2025
18
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Charleston, SC
14
Sunday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Mount Pleasant, SC
14
Sunday
Christmas Party
2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Mount Pleasant, SC
06
Saturday
Restaurant/Bar Event
1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Charleston, SC
03
Wednesday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Charleston, SC
01
Monday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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North Charleston, SC