"I, The Real Beard and Belly Santa, promise to bring Christmas joy, entertainment, and holiday jollification to all of the children I visit, no matter their age. I will provide in-home, retail, virtual, and corporate holiday visits, and media performances for companies and organizations in the Pittsburgh regional area and beyond. Together, let's make Yuletide memories that will last a lifetime.”
This is our fourth year with Santa. He’s the best in town and now friends seek him out too.
This is the second year that Santa has visited our restaurants. He is a joy and very attentive to our customers. Thank you, Santa!
This was our second year having Santa at our family holiday party and it was wonderful! He is so kind and engaging - it's not easy to keep a gaggle of excited children's attention for an hour - but he does so almost effortlessly. A new wonderful family tradition! Thank you so much!
Santa was great! So interactive with the kids, singing , pictures, naughty or nice meter and even handing out gifts! Great time had by all!
Lance does a great job entertaining our family ! We have used him for several years now and never disappoints. He keeps the children mesmerized the whole time.
Thanks ! See you next year !
He was fantastic!! I had a party with about 75 people including 15 kids. He had everyone’s attention the entire time he was here. He sang songs with with kids and let them ask questions. It was so cute! He made 2 of my non believing nephews believers🥹 highly recommend!
Santa did a phenomenal job at our concert. He was not only easy to get along with and work with, but came prepared, early to the gig, worked with the crowd and students extremely well, and did everything to match our energy and concert. Can't wait to have him back next year!
From the phone call during booking, to the end of the event, Santa was spot on. He looked the part, but even more so, brought the magic to the parents and children! I will be booking every year!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Thank you, Tiffany. I am looking forward to spending time at Capes and Crowns and visiting the all the children who attend in years to come.
If I had to explain the night in one word… MAGICAL! I live in a brand new development and hired this Santa for our first neighborhood holiday event. We ended up having an amazing turnout and so many neighbors came up to me telling me how amazing he was. He knew just what to say for every question thrown at him! There was some humor that even had us adults listening. It was overall such a wonderful experience and we are hoping we can have him every year!!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
I am so proud of you Macee for making it possible for you whole neighborhood to celebrate together. You did a great service and the children were wonderful.
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Received many complements from the people that attended.
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
I had a terrific time visiting with your community of faith once again this year.
Our kiddos, family and friend enjoyed Santa's visit, is our second year with him and we really enjoy our Christams parties with our special guest! Super recommended!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Thank you, Roxanna, it was a joy to visit with you family once again. I'm looking forward to seeing the children grow as the years go by.
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We had a town wide holiday festival where Santa did a meet and greet with at least 100 children. He was amazing with each one. Definitely a true professional!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Much thanks, Brian, you did The Borough of Aspinwall right. It was grand to walk out, after visiting with the children, and see the wonderful fireworks display. Bravo.
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Santa was amazing. He never broke character and created a magical experience for everyone involved.
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Why, thank you Becky, we had a joyous visit with Krista, her family, and visitors. Dominique made some extraordinary images and the visit was well managed and fun. Thank you for allowing me to share the holiday gathering.
Wonderful time once again!
We have had this Santa multiple years in a row and it really adds to the experience.
We love having him as he engages well with all the children both young and old. He had the children sing carols, play a small game and had multiple photo shoots.
Look forward to many more years to come!
He worked with us and our 6 restaurants. Kind and jolly! Will definitely use him again and would recommend to others! Thanks, Santa!
It was a great experience for the entire family!
This Santa was phenomenal! Our entire family was blown away at how engaging and entertaining he was! Kept the adults and kids involved! Literally showed his magic and had the kids amazed! Would book him again in a heartbeat! He was punctual and looked as real as it gets! Thanks for making our children’s Christmas Eve a memorable night!
We invited Santa to our family Christmas party and everyone just loved having him! Adults too! Thank you so much, it was everything we hoped for and more!
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Perfect day like always! Beat Santa ever!
What a magical experience!! Best Santa out there!! Was extremely entertaining and engaging and all of the kids keep talking about how “the real Santa” came to visit!
Our family, friends and kids were so amazed by Santa visit! We really had a wonderful time, we sang Christmas carols, shared presents and took a lot of pictures with Mr. Claus. Super recommended!
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Santa you are the real deal!! The kids had a blast and you were exactly what the party needed! Thanks again and Merry Christmas!
We have had Lance do our family Christmas party for three years. He comes prepared with new material and does a great job entertaining the children as well as the adults. I plan on using him next year.
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Santa was great for our event! Not only was he great with the kids, he was great with the adults and very informative about the history of Santa's. He was truly great! Definitely would recommend! He was punctual and professional
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Kristen, thank you so very much. I was wonderful coming to your home and visiting. I'll be looking forward to visiting again as the children grow.
My three and five year old boys really enjoyed his visit. He really takes the time to interact with them to give them an experience that they and the parents will remember.
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Why, thank you Katie. I am so thankful to be able to listen to your children's hopes and requests this Christmas season. May return the joy you gave to them.
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This was our third Christmas with the “real beard and belly Santa”! He is just wonderful. My kids love having Santa sit down and spend one uninterrupted hour with them. I would highly recommend him to enhance the magic of Christmas 🎅!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Thanks. I am looking forward to seeing your children grow and prosper as the future becomes the present.
What a wonderful experience for the kids. We would highly recommend.
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Thanks you for those wonderful words. I was my incredible please to visit with your family and friends again this year. I am looking forward to sharing the Christmas season with you again for years to come.
You will not find a more punctual and professional Santa! He sang songs, told stories, took photos and answered questions! The kids and parents LOVED him! The only problem I had was I couldnt get the parents to be quiet!!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Thank you, Maggie, You deserve so much praise for coordinating such a lovely visit for the children in your neighborhood. I was so pleased that we could offer such Christmas joy to the children and many of the adults. Thank you for allowing be to share this wonderful time.
He is THE best Santa. He arrived on time. Accommodated us last minute. Had the crowd singing Christmas music. Danced with the kids. Entertained the parents. He absolutely was worth every penny we spent and the community is raving about him.
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Thank you so very much Jen,
I had an extraordinary time with you and your neighbors. Please pat yourself on the back because you created so much Yuletide joy for your community. If you would, let your organizing group of friends and all those who visited with me know that I was so pleased to see each and everyone, and I look forward to seeing them for years to come.
Happy Christmas to all and to all a good night.
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I needed a Santa for our Christmas card photo this year. Since the Santa that we have gone to since my son was a baby recently passed away, I wasn’t sure what I was going to do. A neighbor suggested Real Beard and Belly Santa and it was exactly what I was looking for. The real beard really sold it as this was most important to me. I justified the cost by knowing I wouldn’t have to wait in line at a crowded mall and pay outrageous prices for 3 minutes with Santa. My son had Santa’s undivided attention and Santa really had all the right things to say for a kid his age (6). He sang songs, he told stories about Mrs. Claus and the reindeer and he truly embodied the magic of Christmas. It was wonderful! And I got the picture I was hoping for. The picture I’ll attach isn’t the one I’m using for my Christmas card because that is under wraps until my Christmas cards go out. We will likely continue with this Santa until my son stops believing. I truly can’t say enough nice things about Real Beard and Belly Santa!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Why thank you Nicole,
I enjoyed our visit and your son is an amazing young man. I am looking forward to visiting with you for years to come.
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We love this Santa!
He was wonderful! Our daughter (4 yrs old) is a little shy, but he came, sang songs with her, told her stories, asked her questions - he was just wonderful! He was the best Santa! And his look is so authentic - the beard is great! We had such a great experience that, although this was going to be a one time thing for this year, we might just make this an annual event for our family - he was that good!!! Thank you for a magical experience for our 4 year old! We highly recommend him for any event!
The kids loved Santa. He was so interactive.
Real Beard and Belly Santa is by far the best Santa I have ever seen. The kids absolutely loved him- he made each child feel special, and did not rush parents if they asked for an extra picture. He was also very easy to work with and very responsive to messages. I will absolutely book him again!
Real Beard and Belly Santa was the BEST SANTA EVER. The children LOVED him. I will continue to have him come to my Christmas Eve festivities.
Thank You for a GREAT experience.
Teresa M Mink
Santa visited us again on Christmas Eve this year. He led us in singing 3 different songs: Rudolph the red nosed reindeer, we wish you a Merry Christmas, and Jingle Bells. He held a Q&A session for the kids. He checked if each kid was naughty or nice and handed out Christmas Eve gifts. Santa made us all believe again. Thank you, Santa!
Santa was on time, not overwhelmed by a hoard of children, talked to each guest individually (not only children,) and had the children singing Christmas carols! Mrs. Claus was wonderful as well.
Everything went so perfectly.
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Santa was an exceptionally fun,compassionate, and friendly Santa . He was incredibly patient and kind with the individuals with developmental disabilities whom he visited . He was jolly and hugged everyone who wanted one. He waited patiently for each program participant to get their picture taken. He took extra time to ask each person what they wanted from Santa . We highly recommend this Santa ; he will be a bright shining happy light for your activities: )
With age appropriate activities and conversations Santa was a welcome treat for our kids from age 4-17
What a great experience! He was prompt in responding to messages and questions....and he was absolutely amazing with the kids and families. He took time with each and every child, and was very willing to accomodate families who wanted extra pictures or poses. I will absolutely be booking him in the future!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
I just wanted to be sure to thank you very much for your very kind and appreciated review, Bethany - - you're awesome, too! I thoroughly enjoyed visiting with and having fun with you and all of the families and of course, especially the children!
Mrs. Kringle and I very sincerely wish you and yours a very happy and wonderful holiday season, and would love to be part of your traditions for years to come!
May your cookies be warm, and your milk cold!
~ The Real Beard and Belly Santa
Great personality!! So nice with our children and all our guests.
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
I just wanted to be sure to thank you very much, Ashley, for your very kind and appreciated review! I thoroughly enjoyed visiting with and having fun with you, your friends and your family this year. I am so very much, looking forward to visiting with you again next year
All of us very sincerely wish you and yours a very happy and wonderful holiday season, and look forward to visiting with you again next year!
May your cookies be warm, and your milk cold!
~ The Real Beard and Belly Santa
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He showed up on time and really played the role. He made it fun!
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
Well hello there, Jen. I just wanted to be sure to thank you very much for your very kind and appreciated review! You definately did a great job, too! I thoroughly enjoyed visiting with and having fun with you and all of your colleagues at your holiday party this year!
Mrs. Kringle and I very sincerely wish you and yours a very happy and wonderful holiday season, and would love to be part of your traditions for years to come!
May your cookies be warm, and your milk cold!
~ The Real Beard and Belly Santa
best EVER
Response from Real Beard and Belly Santa:
I just wanted to be sure to thank you very much, John, for your very kind and appreciated review! You're awesome, too! I thoroughly enjoyed visiting with and having fun with you and your friends and family this year, and of course, especially the children!
Mrs. Kringle and I very sincerely wish you and yours a very happy and wonderful holiday season!
May your cookies be warm, and your milk cold!
~ The Real Beard and Belly Santa
Wonderful and Wise
Knew just how to interact with a toddler
He was the Best!
We needed a Santa on short notice. RBABS was the first to respond to quote request. They provided simple instructions to prepare. The actual event was great with minimal prep info. Santa arrived on time. Asked the kids to sing a song with him. We took pictures. He checked with the help of his phone (He’s technically savvy!) if all the kids made it on the nice list. Handed out the gifts (with a little help from an assistant). They all sang together again before he took off. Whole event was 30 minutes, and he left us believing again. Thanks, Santa.
Arriving on time, Real Beard and Belly Santa was a huge hit! Santa made his rounds to each table, taking his time to interact with Everyone! He passed gifts out to the kids, and even some of the adults, as they sat on his lap and incorporated a personal touch for each. His dramatic telling of The Night Before Christmas for his exit was icing on the cake! He handled all the curve balls thrown at him with grace and class, he is great and appropriate for all ages! If I had to hire a Santa for every event he would be my first and only pick!
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I feel like the real Santa was at our house! The kids were thrilled!
We had our annual family Christmas party with about 36 people, including 11 children under the age of 7. Santa Claus was the hit of the party, especially with his naughty or nice indicator machine. We sang Christmas songs and he talked with each child and handed out gifts, what a great night!
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 15 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $200,000 - IBRBS Kaercher Insurance and the Philadelphia Insurance Companies.
Kris Kringle, the jolly old elf, whose title is Santa Claus, will appear at you home visit, holiday event, or company meet & greet, and instill joy to all those in attendance. He will sing, talk, and tell stories to the children, kibitz with the adults, and make sure that everyone joins in on the jollifications. Whether you need a sit-down Santa for photographs with the children, a roaming Claus to mingle with your guests, or an orating Kringle to address a large gathering, we will aspire to exceed your expectations.
The Real Beard and Belly Santa is just that, no faux whiskers or pillow stuffing needed. In a word, he is authentic.
EDUCATION
~ 2017: Bachelor of Santa Claus from The International University of Santa Claus.
~ 2019 & 2020: Attended Santa Gathering.
~ 2019 & 2022: Attended Santa Day @ Castle Noel.
~ 2021: Graduate of the C.W. Howard Santa Claus School.
~ 2022: Attended the International Santa Celebration.
~ 2022: Graduate of Santa Nana's Holiday University.
ASSOCIATIONS
~ 2016 - Present: Member of the International Brotherhood of Real Beard Santas (IBRBS).
~ 2018 - Present: Chief Executive Kringle of You Sleigh Me.
~ 2020 - 2023: Board Member of IBRBS.
~ 2021: Recipient of the Santa's Heart Award.
CLIENTS INCLUDE
Emiliano's Restaurants, The Waterfront (a super-regional
open-air shopping mall), Visit With Santa (live video visits with Santa), Mt. Washington Shop 'n Save, St. Clair Country Club, Hollywood Gaming @ Mahoning Valley Race Track, LJ Reed Photography, Capes & Crowns Event Venue, DePaul School for Hearing and Speech, Josheph's Nursery and Garden Center, Rebecca Luken Photography, Joe's Crab Shack Station Square, Fun Fore All, and The National Aviary.
We will adapt to your needs.
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| November 19, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Festival |
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| December 12, 2021 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Christmas Party |
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| December 24, 2020 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | Surprise |
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| December 16, 2020 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Surprise |
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| December 20, 2019 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
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Songs: Jingle Bells, Up on the House Top, Jolly Old St. Nicolas, I Have a Little Dreidel, Here We Come A-wassailing, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas.
Dramatic Reading: An Account of a Visit from St. Nicolas (called T'was the Night Before Christmas.)
Henry Livingston Jr. (author of An Account of a Visit from Saint Nicolas), Thomas Nast, Norman Rockwell, Edmund Gween, Art Carney, Father Christmas, La Befana, Belsnickel, Pere Noel, and Marjie Stewart ("Winter Solstice" playwright).
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