Santa Claus (St. Nicholas)

Long Beach, CA

$300 (appearance fee) and up

Travels up to 30 miles

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A Visit to the Zach Sang Gang by St. Nicholas!

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With Christine, Santa's wonderful little stylist elf that make's his beard snowy white!

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This little girl is on the Adorable List!!!

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Learning a Christmas Carol on the organ

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St. Nick and his favorite "Rein-dog".

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Choose either Victorian/European look or Red/White Christmas Eve attire.

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A little angel just a little too big for the tree.

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Trapped in a snow globe at Kaleidoscope!

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Semi-annual interview on the Zach Sang Show

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That's a pretty long list! (One of the many offerings I provide.)

Overview

A professional actor (SAG/AFTRA} who immerses himself in the character of St. Nick, who has studied and honed a portrayal that is consistent and believable. Not just an old guy with a fake beard. Personable and professional, for a magic holiday experience and unforgettable memories. Many of the moments I've shared with children and adults in my years portraying St. Nick have been profoundly wonderful. Let's add yours to the list!

(Please check my calendar. Even if I'm working on a particular date there may be available time before or after the scheduled event. Let's make it happen!)


Reviews

52 reviews

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Allison V. W.

December 13, 2025
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Great Santa!

If you want a Santa, that is great, this is the one. Happy, fun, great with all kinds of kids and adults. Wonderful evening.

Hired as: Santa Claus

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Santa Claus (St. Nicholas)

Allison, it was great to meet you and everyone who was involved with your Holiday Gathering. Everything you did was first rate, with an excellent photographer, a festive setting and backdrop, and all the goodies, treats, and food. It would be my pleasure to be your Santa again in the future. Maybe even get together with you before to shoot some short promotional videos to attract more people, no extra charge. Thank you very much for the tip.


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Matt C.

December 7, 2025
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And to all a good night!

What a spectacular experience with Santa! From the ease of booking, the timely communication, the prompt attendance, to the absolute joy he brought to our children at a family gathering, I could not more highly recommend Santa for your next holiday party. We had a few particular requests (we threw a beach themed party, asked him to give our pre-provided gifts for each child, and read A Visit From St. Nicholas), that were fulfilled to a T! Not only did Santa arrive in the perfect beachy Santa attire, he was lovely with the children, provided a memorized, interactive retelling of the traditional Christmas poem, and served as a delight to all.

Santa takes his craft both joyfully and with great care, and does a spectacular job instilling the magic of Christmas. We could not more highly recommend him! Thank you Santa!

Hired as: Santa Claus

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Santa Claus (St. Nicholas)

Your event was a Joy, and you were a pleasure to work with. You made it easy for me to deliver on your requests with a great written description of how you envisioned your event, and excellent communication. You're a perfect example of why I love setting up events on GigSalad. You set me up for success!

I would love a picture or two from this event please. I confided in you the significance of the Hawaiian shirt and my affection for the person who used to wear it, and I'd love to see how it looked during our event. You can send the pictures directly here to this site, or I can provide alternatives.

You have etched yourself permanently on my "Nice List" and I was concerned I left too soon! The wonderful plate of food that was provided gave me an indication it was okay to speed back to the North Pole, but I was concerned I read the signals incorrectly. If we do this again in the future, there are games I could play with the kids, stories I could bring to read, and an interactive "12 Days of Christmas" that has been a lot of fun in the past.

To you, and everyone in our Holiday Gathering- A Very Merry Christmas, Sparkling New Year, and hope we meet again.


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Petrina D. C.

December 17, 2024
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Santa for our annual Holiday event was Fabulous!

THIS SANTA! We loved him! He was fabulous for our group of 13 kids under the age of 12. He kept them engaged with holiday stories, passed out gifts we prepared for him and did photo opps with everyone at the party. Never once did he look at the time. He was also very authentic! And even participated in singing Holiday karaoke tunes with us. 100% would book him again. Thank you Santa! You're the BEST!

Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus


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Imani S.

December 17, 2024
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SO great with kids!

We had an in store event/ toy drive where we serviced about 700 kids, Santa was so great with every single family that wanted a photo! Super jolly and professional, very timely and communicative. Will definitely book again!

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Susan W.

December 11, 2023
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The real deal

We didn't realize when we booked that THE SANTA would be coming, we wanted a fun Santa Experience for our guests and what we got was that and so much more. The kids absolutely loved him and he was so great to work with from start to finish. THANK YOU!!

Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus

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Booking information

Price range: $300 (appearance fee) and up

Gig length: 20 - 480 minutes

Unions: SAG-AFTRA

What to expect

Do you want American traditional "Coca Cola" Santa, or more of a Victorian St. Nicholas look? I have two suits. See pics. (*Note: The Coca Cola suit was recently upgraded with new fur.) Real boots, not spats, and a real beard.

About

A professional actor who immerses himself in the character of St, Nick. Not just an old guy with a fake beard. Personable, professional, very very believable, for a magic holiday experience and unforgettable memories.

Influences and inspiration

Do you remember Captain Kangaroo? Sheriff John? Surely Mister Rogers' Neighborhood? These were my childhood heroes, my mentors, wonderful people who related to children in a special, sensitive, and connected way. They are my role models for my portrayal of Santa Claus (St. Nicholas). My Act Name is chosen with purpose, as my portrayal is connected not only to the Jolly Old Elf who has gained so much recognition in holiday cartoons, specials and movies, but also back to the original essence of the Sainted Wonderworker who lived over 1700 years ago. Much like the impression I gained from the gentlemen of my youth, I consider it an honor to "be" Santa Claus, and the experience is like living inside of a child's teddy bear. To experience all of the wonder, awe, love, and trust are gifts, and I reflect and reciprocate this attention back to every child, and every person, I meet.

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