Santa-Hal
Overview
I'm a Professional Santa Portrayal Artist. I'm also a Santa History Buff and can answer all questions about Santa Folklore from the 3rd Century to the present.
Get ready to sleigh the holiday season with your Santa-Hal Home Visit, Social Event or Christmas Party! Join me for a jolly good time filled with storytelling, virtual caroling, and merry memories. It's the perfect way to spread some cheer and connect with loved ones, and friends from the comfort of your own home. Let's make it a holly, jolly Christmas! I'm a professionally trained Santa that also has custom suits, boots, belts, and a "Real White Beard"! I also have 2 professionally trained Workshop Elf 's named Austin and Jingle.
Reviews
8 reviews
Victoria B.
January 18, 2025The Best!
Santa is gentle, kind, knowledgeable of world wide Christmas Traditions and so easy for the kids to talk with.
The pictures with the grandkids are priceless.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Santa-Hal
Thank you for your kind words. I sincerely appreciated being part of your event, which was a truly enjoyable experience. Your warm hospitality, the presence of your wonderful family, and the delightful energy of your grandchildren left a profound and lasting impression on me. The Christmas decorations at your home, especially the enchanting Candy Cane house outside, were extraordinary. These festive details created a magical atmosphere that I will remember for the rest of my life.
I especially enjoyed the thoughtful and curious questions from your grandchildren. They challenged me with some tough inquiries about Santa, the North Pole, and my Reindeer, which made our conversations lively and memorable. I cherished every moment spent with them and loved each and every one of them.
Thank you again for such a wonderful experience.
Santa Hal
Shannon W.
January 6, 2026Very Authentic-looking, Patient, Kind, and Warm Santa
Santa Hal was booked for our company Christmas Party. He arrived early, and his costume was absolutely fantastic. The children were absolutely in awe, and he was amazing with them. He was patient, with a very calm demeanor that drew the kids to him. The adults also made sure to get pictures with him, and the photos turned out great. I would highly recommend Santa Hal if you are looking for an authentic-looking Santa who is professional, kind, and patient. He is now our go-to Santa for any future events.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Jennifer C.
January 4, 2026Legit Santa for your event!
Santa Hal has a real beard . Seems like a minor detail but I don't this important for the overall impact of the Santa role. He was friendly, patient, and definitely proved to live in the North Pole. We had outdoor photos at our Christmas party, and it was cold He brought his grandkids in matching elf attire. It was adorable.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Bruce
December 22, 2025Great Santa!!
We had a wonderful experience with Santa Hal visiting our home. He was punctual, professional, and incredibly engaging with the children from the moment he arrived. Santa Hal took the time to speak with each child, listened attentively, and created a warm, magical atmosphere that truly made the experience special.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Mary F. B.
December 17, 2025Santa Hal and his Elves were a hit!
Santa Hal and his grandchildren dress as elves were such a great addition to our Community Holiday Party. Santa had so many littles who were happy to ask him for their Christmas wishes. The elves, Jingle and Austin were adorable and Austin was especially terrific with interacting with the kiddos. He led the "snowball" fight making sure everyone had a snowball to throw. The costumes were amazing, authentic and vintage looking for an old fashioned Saint Nick and his elves. I will happily book them again.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Booking information
Price range: $175.00 and up depending on services asked
Languages: English
Gig length: 30 - 480 minutes
Insurance: $4,000,000 - $4,000,000 Million Aggregate ($2,000,000 each Occurrence) coverage. I also have an International Endorsement if I'm working outside of the United States. I also have National Background Check available upon request.
What to expect
I spend time with the Children, I usually read the Night Before Christmas, then I do a little question and answer session with them. They all want to know something about Santa, the Reindeer, and the Elf's. I provide both Historical answers with a little humor to lighten up the room. I also encourage pictures, and more pictures. I can also provide a professional Photographer if you would like.
Everyone including the Adults get to spend time with Santa Hal talking about who is on the Naughty or Nice list, as well as what they would like for Christmas. (I have certificates for each one on the Nice List, and also if requested I can have some on the Naughty List as well).
My goal is to make this even as Magical as possible. I'm also not a clock watcher so if the event runs a little over, it just the magic of Christmas as I want to ensure that your event is most memorable, and the talk of the town.
About
Santa Hal has been a professional Santa Portrayal Artist since 2018. I have done Private Parties, Corporate and Large Social Events, International Visits, and even a mall Santa. I'm a real bearded Santa, with Several Custom Suits, Belts, and Toy Bags. Santa Hal can also provide 2 Professional Elfs for your event as well. They also have custom outfits to compliment Santa and your event.
I have been professionally trained from the C.W. Howard Santa Claus School, Master’s Degree in SantaClausology from the International University of Santa Claus, Member of the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santa Claus, Member of the Worldwide Santa Claus Network, Member of the Clan Claus Society, and my Beard is registered #144 in the International Beard Registry. I have been trained to work with Special needs Children and trained in Sensory Friendly visits.
By spending time with Santa Hal as your Santa Claus, you are doing much more than simply honoring a holiday tradition of getting photos with Santa. You are creating an experience that ignites the imagination and builds cherished memories.
I understand the power of believing in the magic of Santa Claus. Encounters with the jolly old Santa Hal can nurture a child’s imagination, transporting them to a world where everything is possible. I hope that the twinkle in my eyes, the warmth of my Jolly laughter, and my storytelling will warm their hearts, inspiring them to reach for the stars.
For me and those I serve, experiences with Santa Hal are more than just presents under the tree, they are opportunities to tutor children about kindness, generosity, and the joy of giving. I hope to encourage families to come together and share the gift of compassion, fostering a spirit of goodwill that extends far beyond the holiday season.
I can help you in building Treasured Memories and Imagine the joy of creating annual traditions around Magical Santa Hal experiences that become the cornerstone of family gatherings. An annual visit with Santa Hal can establish traditions, build strong family bonds, and create memories that children carry with through adulthood.
I invite you to embrace the magic with Santa Hal. Join me in creating a world where imagination takes flight, kindness endures, and cherished memories are made.
Allow me to be a part of your Santa experience where every visit with Santa Hal is a Magical Journey.
Additional booking notes
I don't really have any technical requirements.
I'm a Santa Portrayal Artist and bring what is needed for my performance.
I would like to know the first names of your children and ages, as well as what they like to do.
If they have any pet's the names it would be good the have them as well.
If you are using an Elf on the Shelf the name or names of them would be great to have also.
Services offered
Set list
I'm not a musical act, but a Santa Portrayal Artist.
Setup requirements
Not applicable to me