Real Beard and Belly Santa
Overview
"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.”
Reviews
81 reviews
Lisa S.
December 2, 2024Magical Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
This was a truly magical experience! Exceeded our expectations and brought so much holiday cheer to our friends and family members!
Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Megan G.
November 9, 2024The Best Santa-Would Recommend 100%
We had the most wonderful experience with the Santa we hired for our Toys for Tots event! From the moment he walked in, he embodied everything you hope for in Santa—warm, jolly, and endlessly patient. His suit was pristine, and his laugh was authentic, filling the room with holiday cheer and delighting everyone, young and old.
Santa took the time with each child, making them feel special, heard, and excited about the season. His storytelling and genuine interactions made such a difference, creating a magical experience that everyone in attendance will remember. He went above and beyond to help make this event a huge success, lifting the spirits of everyone who walked through the door.
Thank you for bringing the spirit of Christmas alive in such a meaningful way! We couldn’t have asked for a better Santa. If you’re looking for the perfect Santa to bring holiday magic to your event, look no further.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Jennifer K.
November 22, 2021Makes The Adults Believe
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.
Hired as: Santa Claus
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.
Lindsey D.
December 24, 2025Amazing!
They are amazing! Truly something special.
Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Dan K.
December 14, 2025Excellent
We have had Lance at our Family Christmas Party for at least 5 years. He does an awesome job and always has fresh material.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 15 - 180 minutes
Insurance: $2,000,000 - IBRBS Kaercher Insurance and the Philadelphia Insurance Companies.
What to expect
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.
About
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 & 2023: 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.
~ 2023: Graduate of The Christmas Performers Workshop
ASSOCIATIONS
~ 2016 - Present: Member of the International Brotherhood of Real Beard Santas (IBRBS).
~ 2018 - Present: Chief Executive Kringle of You Sleigh Me.
~ (phone number hidden)3: Board Member of IBRBS.
~ 2021: Recipient of the Santa's Heart Award.
~ 2023: Event Director of The Claus Rendezvous
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.
Additional booking notes
We will adapt to your needs.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
December 2026
05
Saturday
Christmas Party
11:00am - 3:00pm
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Canonsburg, PA
Past booked events
December 2025
24
Wednesday
Christmas Party
8:45pm - 9:30pm
•
Wexford, PA
24
Wednesday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
23
Tuesday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Clairton, PA
23
Tuesday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Bethel Park, PA
21
Sunday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Clairton, PA
20
Saturday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Carnegie, PA
20
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
14
Sunday
Christmas Party
2:30pm - 4:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
13
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
13
Saturday
Christmas Party
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Trafford, PA
13
Saturday
Christmas Party
1:30pm - 2:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
13
Saturday
Christmas Party
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Eighty Four, PA
11
Thursday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Pittsburgh, PA
10
Wednesday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Cranberry Twp, PA
07
Sunday
House Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Venetia, PA
07
Sunday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Clairton, PA
06
Saturday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Cheswick, PA
06
Saturday
House Party
4:00pm - 4:45pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
06
Saturday
Christmas Party
11:00am - 3:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
06
Saturday
Christmas Party
9:00am - 10:00am
•
Bridgeville, PA
05
Friday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
November 2025
26
Wednesday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Presto, PA
22
Saturday
Fundraiser
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Coraopolis, PA
December 2024
24
Tuesday
Christmas Party
8:30pm - 9:15pm
•
Wexford, PA
24
Tuesday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Tuesday
Personal Occasion
5:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Tuesday
House Party
3:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Cranberry Twp, PA
23
Monday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Clairton, PA
23
Monday
House Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Bethel Park, PA
21
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Cheswick, PA
21
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
21
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
20
Friday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
20
Friday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Presto, PA
15
Sunday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Clairton, PA
15
Sunday
Christmas Party
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Venetia, PA
15
Sunday
Christmas Party
11:30am - 12:30pm
•
Murrysville, PA
14
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
14
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Venetia, PA
14
Saturday
Christmas Party
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
14
Saturday
Christmas Party
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Eighty Four, PA
08
Sunday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
08
Sunday
Christmas Party
11:00am - 2:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
07
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
07
Saturday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
07
Saturday
Christmas Party
9:00am - 10:00am
•
Clairton, PA
04
Wednesday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
01
Sunday
Christmas Party
12:30pm - 1:15pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
01
Sunday
Christmas Party
9:00am - 11:00am
•
Canonsburg, PA
November 2024
30
Saturday
House Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Mars, PA
29
Friday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Sunday
Christmas Party
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Bridgeville, PA
23
Saturday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Bridgeville, PA
08
Friday
Fundraiser
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Coraopolis, PA
July 2024
20
Saturday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
West Mifflin, PA
December 2023
24
Sunday
Christmas Party
9:00pm - 9:45pm
•
Wexford, PA
24
Sunday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Sunday
House Party
6:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Allison Park, PA
23
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Clairton, PA
23
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
20
Wednesday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
16
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
16
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Cheswick, PA
16
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
16
Saturday
Concert
1:30pm - 2:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
16
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Eighty Four, PA
15
Friday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
15
Friday
Personal Occasion
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Homestead, PA
10
Sunday
House Party
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
10
Sunday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Clairton, PA
09
Saturday
Christmas Party
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
05
Tuesday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 2:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
04
Monday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
03
Sunday
Christmas Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Clairton, PA
03
Sunday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
03
Sunday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 12:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
02
Saturday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Sewickley, PA
02
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Venetia, PA
02
Saturday
Christmas Party
11:00am - 3:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
01
Friday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 7:45pm
•
Venetia, PA
November 2023
30
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
West Mifflin, PA
24
Friday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
23
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Presto, PA
19
Sunday
Christmas Party
2:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
18
Saturday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Bridgeville, PA
December 2022
24
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Wexford, PA
24
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Saturday
Dinner Party
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Allison Park, PA
24
Saturday
Christmas Party
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
23
Friday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
19
Monday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
18
Sunday
Christmas Party
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
Trafford, PA
17
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Sewickley, PA
17
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
17
Saturday
House Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Cheswick, PA
17
Saturday
Christmas Party
3:30pm - 4:00pm
•
Venetia, PA
17
Saturday
Christmas Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
17
Saturday
Christmas Party
9:30am - 10:30am
•
Wexford, PA
11
Sunday
Corporate Event
10:00am - 12:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
10
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
10
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Zelienople, PA
10
Saturday
Concert
1:30pm - 2:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
10
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Eighty Four, PA
09
Friday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
09
Friday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
07
Wednesday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
04
Sunday
Christmas Party
1:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Monessen, PA
04
Sunday
Christmas Party
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Clairton, PA
04
Sunday
Christmas Party
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Clairton, PA
03
Saturday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Clairton, PA
03
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
03
Saturday
Christmas Party
12:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
01
Thursday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
West Mifflin, PA
November 2022
26
Saturday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Presto, PA
19
Saturday
Festival
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
12
Saturday
Corporate Event
10:30am - 3:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
June 2022
12
Sunday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 2:45pm
•
New Castle, PA
December 2021
24
Friday
Christmas Party
9:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Friday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Friday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Fox Chapel, PA
19
Sunday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Coraopolis, PA
19
Sunday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Sewickley, PA
18
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Cheswick, PA
18
Saturday
Christmas Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Trafford, PA
17
Friday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 12:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
16
Thursday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
16
Thursday
Corporate Event
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Youngstown, OH
15
Wednesday
Christmas Party
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Monongahela, PA
12
Sunday
House Party
4:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Bethel Park, PA
12
Sunday
House Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
12
Sunday
Christmas Party
12:30pm - 1:30pm
•
Plum, PA
12
Sunday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Plum, PA
12
Sunday
Christmas Party
9:00am - 10:00am
•
Pittsburgh, PA
11
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Sewickley, PA
11
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
11
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
11
Saturday
Christmas Party
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Eighty Four, PA
10
Friday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
08
Wednesday
Restaurant/Bar Event
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
05
Sunday
Personal Occasion
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Monessen, PA
05
Sunday
Christmas Party
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
Jefferson Hills, PA
05
Sunday
Christmas Party
11:00am - 12:00pm
•
Jefferson Hills, PA
04
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
McKeesport, PA
04
Saturday
Personal Occasion
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Sarver, PA
01
Wednesday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
November 2021
21
Sunday
Christmas Party
2:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
09
Tuesday
Personal Occasion
5:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Allison Park, PA
December 2020
24
Thursday
Surprise
8:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Thursday
Surprise
6:00pm - 6:15pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
16
Wednesday
Surprise
5:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Munhall, PA
05
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
McKeesport, PA
November 2020
28
Saturday
House Party
11:30am - 12:30pm
•
Uniontown, PA
December 2019
24
Tuesday
Christmas Party
8:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
24
Tuesday
House Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Allison Park, PA
23
Monday
Surprise
11:00am - 11:30am
•
Pittsburgh, PA
22
Sunday
Holiday Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
South Park, PA
22
Sunday
Surprise
3:30pm - 4:00pm
•
Sewickley, PA
22
Sunday
Christmas Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Coraopolis, PA
20
Friday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Steubenville, OH
20
Friday
Christmas Party
12:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Steubenville, OH
19
Thursday
Corporate Event
12:30pm - 2:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
11
Wednesday
Nonprofit Event
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Sewickley, PA
09
Monday
Christmas Party
9:00pm - 9:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
08
Sunday
House Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Canonsburg, PA
07
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
November 2019
30
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Fox Chapel, PA
16
Saturday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Sewickley, PA
April 2019
30
Tuesday
Children's Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:15pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
December 2018
24
Monday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
23
Sunday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Campbell, OH
21
Friday
Nightclub Event
9:00pm - 10:30pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
21
Friday
Christmas Party
8:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Aliquippa, PA
16
Sunday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Carnegie, PA
15
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Gibsonia, PA
07
Friday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Pittsburgh, PA
November 2018
22
Thursday
Personal Occasion
5:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Presto, PA
Team
Set list
Songs: Oh, Daisy Kringle, Sleigh and Reindeer, Thundersnow Carol, That's the Christmas You Gave to Me, and Lily's Secret.
An Account of a Visit from St. Nicolas (called T'was the Night Before Christmas) rap.
Influences and inspiration
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).
Setup requirements
A sturdy, back supporting chair that allows plenty of quality lap room.