- Naperville, IL
- Santa Claus
- $75 - $2,000
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Roger Ray, Santa Claus
Pets love Santa too.
Overview
Experience preforming in a variety of settings. Including, community and corporate events, family gatherings, and home visits. Seasonal photo sessions and private Holiday parties. Visits with Santa at restaurants, churches, banks and pet stores. This real bearded Santa, with twinkly bright eyes and wonderful sense of humor. Brings the true meaning of Christmas. Santa now has Elf April available to accompany him to your event.
Reviews
8 reviews
Nicole M. C.
December 7, 2025Santa Roger
We had a fantastic experience with Santa Roger! He made our town's winter fest truly magical and memorable.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Cindy L.
December 3, 2025Holiday visit from Santa
Roger did a great job entertaining our grandchildren as we kick off the holiday season. Was very attentive to the kids, read a story and asked them what they wanted for Christmas. We are looking forward to many more Santa visits through the years!
Hired as: Santa Claus
Dave K.
December 26, 2024Roger was great!
My family was in town from all over the country, and we wanted to get a picture with Santa to remember the holiday. Roger was great at communicating, on time, and a wonderful character. Highly recommend.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Lynn M.
December 16, 2024Roger Ray was a hit!
We had such a great experience with Roger Ray at our Christmas party. There were about 20 kids, and he took time to talk with all of them, took pictures with the kids and families and told some great stories.
Highly recommend for your Christmas event!
Hired as: Santa Claus
Booking information
Price range: $100 and up
Gig length: 60 - 360 minutes
Insurance: $100,000 - Liability
Unions: IBEW
What to expect
Real bearded Santa who loves bringing joy and smiles to everyone he meets. He loves children and animals. Has done photo sessions for families, pet stores, restaurants, company parties and home visits. Reading books, taking Christmas gift lists and visiting with everyone. I had a family video tape me using my magic key to enter their home. The video recording captured me putting presents under the tree, partaking in the cookies and milk that was left. Then me leaving. They showed the video to the children Christmas morning. Everyone at any age loves taking a picture with Santa. I am always available to make Christmas magic come alive.
About
Roger has always been a source of joy for those around him. With three adult children—Shannon, April, and Andrew—and three grandchildren—Hannah, Abigail, and Eliana—he is cherished by his family. Now, with Cheryl by his side, he navigates life with renewed warmth and companionship. Known for his corny “dad” jokes and quick magic tricks, Roger brings laughter to gatherings, especially with the little ones.
His journey took a challenging turn in 2003 when he was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Overcoming his battle with cancer, he felt a calling to give back. The experience inspired him to leverage his knack for spreading joy, leading to the creation of Short Circuit the Clown. The name being inspired by his career as a supervising electrician. For years, he actively participated in local fundraisers and events, working closely with the American Cancer Society to raise awareness and support for cancer research.
In 2022, Roger decided to transition to a new role that aligned with his passion but was less physically demanding. Embracing the spirit of the holidays, he swapped his balloon animals for candy canes, delighting audiences of all ages. Now, he continues to weave magic and wonder into the lives of those around him, creating smiles and cherished memories wherever he goes.
Additional booking notes
A comfortable chair is always welcomed. A small table for books, candy canes and other props.
Services offered
Past booked events
December 2025
24
Wednesday
Christmas Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Oswego, IL
13
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Woodridge, IL
13
Saturday
Festival
10:00am - 1:00pm
•
Wheaton, IL
07
Sunday
Festival
10:00am - 2:00pm
•
Carol Stream, IL
06
Saturday
Festival
3:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Winfield, IL
06
Saturday
Christmas Party
9:30am - 11:00am
•
Naperville, IL
November 2025
29
Saturday
Restaurant/Bar Event
2:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Aurora, IL
28
Friday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Yorkville, IL
27
Thursday
Christmas Party
4:30pm - 4:45pm
•
Elburn, IL
16
Sunday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 3:00pm
•
North Aurora, IL
December 2024
24
Tuesday
Christmas Party
3:00pm - 3:15pm
•
Batavia, IL
21
Saturday
St Charles
8:00pm - 9:00pm
20
Friday
Christmas Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Warrenville, IL
20
Friday
Christmas Party
2:00pm - 4:00pm
20
Friday
Christmas Party
11:00am - 1:00pm
15
Sunday
Pictures with Pets
12:00pm - 4:00pm
14
Saturday
House Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
North Aurora, IL
14
Saturday
Festival
10:00am - 1:00pm
•
Wheaton, IL
12
Thursday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Woodridge, IL
01
Sunday
Aurora Wild Rose
3:00pm - 4:00pm
November 2024
30
Saturday
Studio Session
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Paw Paw, IL
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