- St Robert, MO
- Santa Claus
- $250/hr & up, per person, rates vary by event type
Santa Buddy
Overview
Do You Believe? Helping create Christmas Memories Since 1990.
Reviews
28 reviews
Monica G.
December 22, 2025Awesome Experience
Santa Buddy was very personable and made this a fun experience for our little ones! Great communication. I couldn’t recommend him more.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Santa Buddy
Monica, thank you for the kind words. If you decide to have a visit again next year, please let me know by July or August if possible. I get booked quickly, especially if you would prefer a weekend visit. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family. - Santa Buddy -
Julia K.
December 12, 2025We love Santa Buddy!
We had the absolute best experience with Santa for our office Christmas event! From the moment he arrived, he was professional, kind, and incredibly engaging with both the kids and the parents. He took the time to truly connect with each child, making them feel comfortable, seen, and special — even our shy little ones warmed up quickly.
Santa was patient, gentle, and so authentic, which made the entire experience feel truly magical. Our families couldn’t stop talking about how wonderful he was, and it added such a special touch to our holiday celebration. We are so grateful for the care and joy he brought to our office and would highly recommend him for any family-friendly or community event. We will absolutely be inviting him back again for next year's event!
Hired as: Santa Claus
Santa Buddy
Juliea, thank you so very much for your kind words. They meant a lot to me. If you are planning to host this event again next year, I would encourage you to book sooner rather than later. Thank you again, and Merry Christmas!!! - Santa Buddy -
Danielle F.
December 11, 2025Best Santa Ever!
I highly recommend the Santa! He was great with kids, helped encourage the ones that were a little scared by showing them a book, and had a great conversation with the older children. He was a pleasure to work with, and we plan on hiring him again in the future!
Hired as: Santa Claus
Santa Buddy
Danielle, thank you so much for your wonderful review. It truly means a lot. Please, if you do plan on booking for next year I would encourage you to do it sooner than later. Thank you again, and Merry Christmas!!!
Suzanne S.
December 9, 2022The Magic of Christmas
Just outstanding. I hired Santa for two separate events where he visited homes in our neighborhood and the home of a deployed service member. Santa was very professional and responsive leading up the event and shared all his tricks of the trade to make the experience truly flawless. He did an amazing job with my 3.5 year old and 8 month old kiddos. He has perfected his performance and was able to get them to take a variety of different pictures. Far exceeded my expectations. I can’t wait to hire him again next year!
Hired as: Santa Claus
Santa Buddy
Suzanne, thank you so very much for your very kind words. I truly enjoyed visiting with you and the other families in your neighborhood. I hope you all have a wonderful and Merry Christmas.
Megan M.
December 4, 2022Wonderful Experience
Santa Buddy was amazing. He was so wonderful with the children and the photographer. His years of experience was so helpful to my new photographer. He was so accommodating. Can’t wait to work with him next year.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Santa Buddy
Megan, thank you so very much for your kind words. As promised I have reached out to a couple of "brothers in red" that we discussed. I haven't heard back from them yet, but I am sure they are quite busy as I am. We have quite a while to have us discuss dates and times for your Santa mini-sessions for next season. Take Care and Merry Christmas!! - Santa Buddy -
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
What to expect
Having had the privilege of portraying Santa since 1990, and trained at the International University of Santa Claus by the Jolly Old Elf himself, I have performed at a variety of events, such as corporate Christmas parties, private family parties and office Christmas parties as well as at a local mall for several years. While all of my visits have similarities, each visit does have its own unique qualities. If you are planning an event and this is your first time, I can provide you with suggestions that have worked for similar visits in the past so that your visit is not only special and unique but magical for the children and their parents.
About
I have had the joyous privilege of portraying Santa and helping families create Christmas memories in the St. Louis/Metro East, Illinois area since 1990. I am a graduate of the International University of Santa Claus (Masters Degree), having been trained by the Jolly Old Elf himself. I am a member of the Illinois Association of Professional Santas; The Red Suit Society; and a signatory of the Santa Claus Oath. I am available for private home visits, corporate Christmas parties, photography studios (usually in November for pictures with Santa), and numerous other types of visits. Lastly, I do "Sneak-A-Peeks". These are very special visits where I come to your home after the kids go to bed on Christmas Eve. When I arrive you wake your child(ren) up and they "catch" Santa putting presents under the tree. Sneak-A-Peeks" have been a Christmas favorite for numerous families over the years.
Additional booking notes
For your peace of mind for Christmas of 2025: I have had my seasonal flu shot.
Services offered
Past booked events
December 2025
20
Saturday
House Party
3:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Columbia, IL
06
Saturday
Corporate Event
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
December 2023
17
Sunday
Personal Occasion
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
December 2022
03
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
10:00am - 2:00pm
•
Sparta, IL
November 2022
27
Sunday
Dinner Party
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
New Athens, IL
05
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
12:30pm - 1:00pm
•
Wildwood, MO
December 2021
25
Saturday
Holiday Party
3:30pm - 4:15pm
•
Swansea, IL
24
Friday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Alton, IL
23
Thursday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 7:45pm
•
Maryville, IL
18
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Lake St Louis, MO
15
Wednesday
Christmas Party
10:00am - 11:00am
•
Imperial, MO
13
Monday
Personal Occasion
6:30pm - 7:00pm
•
St Peters, MO
05
Sunday
Personal Occasion
10:00am - 10:30am
•
Troy, IL
January 2021
23
Saturday
Christmas Party
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Cape Girardeau, MO
December 2020
20
Sunday
Virtual Event
6:00pm - 6:15pm
•
Caseyville, IL
19
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Ballwin, MO
18
Friday
Personal Occasion
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
St Louis, MO
15
Tuesday
Christmas Party
6:30pm - 8:00pm
•
O Fallon, IL
November 2020
29
Sunday
Surprise
3:00pm - 3:30pm
•
Belleville, IL
28
Saturday
Personal Occasion
5:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Brentwood, MO
December 2019
28
Saturday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 5:45pm
•
Wildwood, MO
25
Wednesday
Surprise
7:00pm - 7:30pm
•
O'fallon, IL
24
Tuesday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Wentzville, MO
22
Sunday
Surprise
7:00am - 8:00am
•
Farmington, MO
21
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
08
Sunday
Birthday Party
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
St Louis, MO
07
Saturday
Children's Birthday Party
2:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Imperial, MO
November 2019
30
Saturday
Personal Occasion
4:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Webster Groves, MO
December 2018
24
Monday
Christmas Party
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Columbia, IL
22
Saturday
Dinner Party
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Fairview Heights, IL
17
Monday
Personal Occasion
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Ellisville, MO
15
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:30pm - 11:00pm
•
St Peters, MO
15
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
St Louis, MO
15
Saturday
House Party
4:00pm - 4:45pm
•
Crestwood, MO
December 2017
02
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 6:45pm
•
St Charles, MO
November 2017
24
Friday
Corporate Event
9:00am - 1:00pm
•
Ferguson, MO
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