Santa Allen — The Route 66 Santa

Pocahontas, IL

$200 per hour

Travels up to 90 miles

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Overview

I'm a real-bearded Santa serving St. Louis and Southern Illinois. I bring authentic, professional, child-friendly Christmas magic to family visits, photo sessions, corporate parties, and community events of every size. I'm especially experienced with special needs and sensory-friendly visits, so every child gets a calm, joyful moment with Santa. Dates fill fast, so contact me today!


Reviews

16 reviews

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Audrey T.

December 25, 2024
Verified review

Couldn’t have been better!!!!

Santa Allen was marvelous! He was on time, did exactly what we wanted, the children were amazed by him, and he was so very believable!
Thank you again Santa Allen, you gave my family the most magical experience of the year!!!!

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Joey M.

December 23, 2023
Verified review

Terrific experience

Santa Allen was timely and interactive and engaging for the kids and adults. Everyone had a great time. Thank you!

Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus


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Jamie R.

December 16, 2023
Verified review

Amazing Santa

Santa Allen was truly amazing! The kids absolutely loved him and said he was the best Santa our event has ever had. We would love to use him again!

Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus

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Santa Allen — The Route 66 Santa

Well thank you! They were a great bunch and the energy was terrific. Will be happy to return. My cell is 6184023345. Call me next year and we can do this again. Happy Holidays!


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Brandon J.

December 5, 2023

Yes this is my second review for Santa Allen

Because he’s been our Santa for 3 years in a row. Santa Allen is the best there is. He’s full of energy and as authentic as they come. He’s just a super nice guy that does a great job!

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Melissa M.

December 25, 2022

The Best

Santa Allen is by far the greatest Santa ever. Just hire him you won’t be disappointed.

Hired as: Santa Claus

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Booking information

Price range: $200 per hour

What to expect

Festivals, parties, school events, home visits from the man in red!

About

🎅 Santa Allen — The Route 66 Santa 🎅
Real Beard. Gentle Heart. 11 Years of Christmas Magic.
Serving St. Louis & Southern Illinois

As the Route 66 Santa, I've made more than 350 appearances over 11 Christmas seasons, bringing Santa Claus to life for thousands of children and families along the Mother Road and beyond. It started with a simple suit and a fake beard, and it grew into a lifelong calling. Today I'm a real-bearded Santa (now in my 6th year) and fully committed to making every visit magical.

🎄 What You Can Book
Home visits • Family & corporate parties • Photo sessions & studio days • Community events, parades & 5Ks • Sensory-friendly visits • Storytime & magic visits

💙 Every Child Welcome
Not every child is ready for Santa, and that's okay. I never force a child onto my knee. I gently adjust by crouching nearby, standing behind for a "sneaky Santa" photo, or simply offering a wave. I've brought Christmas to children facing cancer, hearing loss, dyslexia, and other special needs, and I can leave my jingle bells off for sensory-sensitive kids. Babies are always welcome in Santa's arms.

⭐ Experience You Can Trust
• More than 350 appearances since 2016
• MC for Santa 5Ks, featured in commercials, and a regular at community and charity events
• Works seamlessly with photographers, event planners, and parents

✨ The Santa Look
A classic Adele's of Hollywood suit, a custom reindeer-embossed leather belt and buckle, jingling wrist and boot bells, and a "magic key" for homes without chimneys. Every detail is authentic.

🕰️ Professional, Every Time
I arrive early, prepare on site, and protect the magic so children only ever see Santa at his best.

🛣️ Celebrating 100 Years of Route 66
This year the Mother Road turns 100, and Santa's route runs right through your town, from the Arch to the Land of Lincoln.

📍 Based in Pocahontas, IL, serving St. Louis, the Metro East, Springfield & Southern Illinois
📞 Call/Text: (phone number hidden)

December weekends book fast. Message today to get your stop on Santa's route!

Past booked events

December 2025

18

Thursday

Christmas Party

3:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Godfrey, IL

December 2024

24

Tuesday

Christmas Party

7:30pm - 7:45pm

•

Glen Carbon, IL

December 2023

22

Friday

Cocktail Party

8:30pm - 9:00pm

•

Highland, IL

16

Saturday

Christmas Party

9:30am - 11:00am

•

Fenton, MO

December 2022

24

Saturday

Personal Occasion

8:30pm - 9:00pm

•

Troy, IL

24

Saturday

Christmas Party

7:30pm - 7:45pm

•

Glen Carbon, IL

19

Monday

Restaurant/Bar Event

5:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Mount Vernon, IL

18

Sunday

Christmas Party

11:30am - 12:30pm

•

St Louis, MO

10

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

9:00am - 11:00am

•

St Louis, MO

December 2021

20

Monday

Restaurant/Bar Event

4:00pm - 7:30pm

•

Fairview Heights, IL

18

Saturday

Festival

12:00pm - 4:00pm

•

St Louis, MO

18

Saturday

Sporting Event

8:00am - 10:30am

•

St Louis, MO

17

Friday

Product Promotion

1:00pm - 4:00pm

•

St Louis, MO

17

Friday

Corporate Event

11:00am - 12:30pm

•

St Louis, MO

16

Thursday

Christmas Party

6:30pm - 7:30pm

•

St Louis, MO

11

Saturday

Christmas Party

11:00am - 1:00pm

•

Columbia, IL

01

Wednesday

Christmas Party

5:30pm - 7:00pm

•

St Louis, MO

November 2021

20

Saturday

Christmas Party

10:00am - 2:00pm

•

Vandalia, IL

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