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Santa Gene Top Performer

Santa Gene

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4.82 
(18 reviews)
  • Tacoma, WA
  • Santa Claus
  • Travels up to 60 miles
  • Contact for rates
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Overview

My mission as Santa is to touch the hearts of all the "children" that I come in contact with, whether they are newborns or 104 years young. I love Christmas, as Santa should!

Event types:
* Private parties for single families
* Civic (parades, tree lightings, etc.)
* Corporate parties and promotional events
* Charity, fund-raising, and church functions

While the Santa's workshop is located in Tacoma, I am happy to travel to outlying areas.

Santa can sit for pictures, tell stories, hand out presents and lead in singing Christmas songs. I love to sing!

I can provide my yearly background check and proof of insurance upon request.

I also have 2 different types of chairs for photos!


18 Reviews

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Cassidy M. • December 24, 2022

Magic was brought to life

We had a small family gathering and Santa Gene truly brought the magic. My 2 year old son has visited a couple Santa’s this year but this is the only Santa where he interacted with for over an hour and was happy to take multiple pictures with him!
He told me he “had some tricks up his sleeve” and he definitely did! Real Christmas magic!!!
We will definitely be bringing him back year after year!!
Thank you Santa gene for making our Christmas so wonderful!!

Hired as:
Santa Claus

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Emma K. • December 20, 2022

Everyone Loved Santa!

Santa Gene did a wonderful job, all the kids and adults loved him!

Hired as:
Santa Claus

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Kelly W. • December 19, 2022

Santa and golf carts!

Santa Gene was awesome! We had an outdoor golf cart parade to start the event and he kicked it off with a very merry ho ho ho! The kids absolutely loved him and his smile was so genuine. He mingled through the crowd during the evening. Great feedback from everyone.

Hired as:
Santa Claus

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Deanna • December 4, 2022

It was a blast!!!

Santa Gene was so kind and loved the kids!! All the adults thought he was personable and really knew a lot about reindeer!

Hired as:
Santa Claus
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Tara P. • December 23, 2019

Santa Gene is a great Santa !

Santa Gene came to our house tonight, and he was amazing! I would highly suggest him to anyone looking for a Santa. My children loved him! He did magic tricks with them, read a story and sang songs and made sure everyone was involved! Absolutely a great man with amazing holiday Spirit! He brought so much joy in to my home and children’s hearts tonight! Very pleased!

Hired as:
Children’s Music, Santa Claus, Storyteller
Santa Gene

Response from Santa Gene:

Thank you Tara! Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Santa Gene

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Lynelle A. • December 3, 2019

Fantastic!

Unanimously heard from attendees that Santa Gene made the party. Very outgoing, really made an impact with the kids. Memories created that will last for years. We highly recommend!!

Hired as:
Santa Claus
Santa Gene

Response from Santa Gene:

Thank you Lynelle, it was a great event!
Santa Gene

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Lori N. • December 10, 2018

5 stars is not enough!!

Santa Gene is incredible! What an amazing person that you just can’t help but love and need a hug from! He melted the hearts of the kids and adults alike. I will definitely use him again and I 100% recommend him to everyone.

Hired as:
Santa Claus

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Ludeen A. • January 13, 2018

Family Kids Christmas Activity Night

Santa was amazing! I recommend him to anyone. All the kids were in shock to see him amd the pictures turned out lovely. He was patient as we had each child visit with him, smiled in every picture and took family pictures as well. Wish we had him longer but I know now to book in advance.

Hired as:
Santa Claus
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Melissahuston • December 11, 2016

Santa Gene and Dillanos Coffee Roasters!

Gene was great! Our staff loved having him visit to take photos. We'd love to have him back next year!

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Santa Claus
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Jeff G. • December 8, 2016

Quintessential Santa

Santa Gene is the best Santa we have ever worked with. Not only does he look like a real Santa, but he has that caring personality that puts all of us at ease. He arrived early and was friendly, funny, charming and very professional. We already hired him for next year. Can't say enough!!!

Hired as:
Santa Claus
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Jodie W. • November 17, 2016

He was amazing

Santa gene did a spectacular job! The kids wouldn't leave him alone and he enjoyed every minute of it. Only santa I would hire in the future. Thank you for all your hard work!

Hired as:
Santa Claus
Santa Gene

Response from Santa Gene:

Thank you Jodie, it was a great evening! It was nice to meet you and the folks that work for you And some of your clients! Have a Merry Christmas! Santa Gene

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Michael N. • December 27, 2015

Santa Gene... Amazing!

Thank you for a wonderful Santa experience. We had 17 children at a Christmas Eve party and he was a hit! He handed out the gifts, (pronouncing names beautifully), ho-ho-ho'd through pictures and Christmas festivities!
He brought candy canes to share and would highly recommend using Santa gene for any Santa needs!

Hired as:
Santa Claus
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Debbie M. • December 18, 2013

AWESOME SANTA!

Santa Gene was the hit of our holiday party last night! He enchanted the children (age 1 1/2 to 14) with stories, singing, and magic tricks. He gave them all sorts of tidbits about Santa, like why there are multiple Santas, what Santa does at houses without chimneys, or houses with dogs and alarm systems. This Santa is the real one!! Even the older skeptical kids (around age 7) were convinced! Santa Gene looks like the real Santa too -- the beard is real and the outfit is perfect! He worked with me to have all the kids' names beforehand and we arranged for him to get the load of presents from me so that he had a gift for each child. His magic show and stories captivated the adults too! After his entertainment, Santa Gene posed for pictures with the kids and the adults. I want to say that he was completely professional (reliable, on time, etc), but that would spoil the magic of the whole experience. A handful of adults at our party took his card because they want him for their own parties! We're hearing back from parents today, and they're all telling us how the kids talked about Santa all the way home in the car. Without a doubt, Santa Gene was the very best part of our party! We will hire him again, year after year, just so we can enjoy the magical aspects of Christmas! Thank you, Santa!

Hired as:
Santa Claus, Children’s Music, Santa Claus, Storyteller
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Erin C. • December 10, 2013

Santa for an evening at our house

We had Santa Gene come to our house for a Christmas party for the kids and he was wonderful! The kids loved him, as did we! He read the kids some stories and did a few magic tricks, along with finding each child's name on the Nice List. He was the real deal and we were very happy with him!

Hired as:
Santa Claus, Santa Claus
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Lori S. • January 15, 2013

THE BEST SANTA EVER!

Santa Gene has been my Santa for the last two years I've been the photographer at Teaching Toys Too in Gig Harbor Uptown for Santa Photos, 2011 and 2012. He is absolutely the best Santa I've ever worked with. He is always on time, looks wonderful, has great equipment, and has the best disposition. Santa Gene is friendly, happy, and very patient. He never looses his genuine smile even with the most difficult of children. I've been very lucky that he has agreed to be my Santa partner for the last 2 years, and I hope we have many more Christmas seasons to come. Thanks Gene.

Hired as:
Santa Claus, Santa Claus
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Emily D. • December 10, 2012

Awesome Santa

Santa Gene was our guest at our Company Christmas Party this year. Both the children and the adults loved him. He portrayed Santa in a very authentic manner. He did a wonderful job reflecting the spirit of Christmas.

Hired as:
Santa Claus
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Gail • December 8, 2012

One fantastic Santa

Santa Gene was great! I couldn't believe we could hire him to come directly to our home. He is very easy for little kids (and big kids) to warm up to. He looks like Santa. His suit is of high quality and super nice looking. He seemed to know just what to say to our granddaughter who was reluctant at first to sit on his lap. I would hire him again in a heartbeat.

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Sheri B. • December 6, 2012

American Family Event 12/3/12

We have hired Santa Gene for our event this last week and found him very warm. The kids LOVED him as he was very gentle, took his time with each child and was an overall pleasure to have at our event.
He was very prepared with a background check anda copy of his current insurance.
We are looking forward to scheduling our event next year with Santa Gene!!

Hired as:
Santa Claus

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Booking Info

  • Profile
  • Calendar
  • Set List
  • Influences
  • Setup Requirements

Price Range: Contact for rates

Gig Length: 30 - 480 minutes

Languages: English

Insurance: $2,000,000 - Liability

Unions: N/A

Website: Visit website

Phone Number: Call

What to Expect

To see a professional Santa with a real beard, a custom suit, real leather boots, real leather belt. I interact with my clients and clients children in a loving professional matter. I treat all children as special. I do not force myself upon them but let them come to me as they are comfortable. I am always in character when I have my suit on and conduct myself properly where I am in my suit or not.

About

I am a member of IBRBS (International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas) and also Norpac Santas which is the NW chapter of IBRBS.
I am a member of Santa America(SA) now. One of the services that SA provides is hospice to children as Santa, anytime of the year. SA provides other service also, to find out more check out their website.
In August of 2012 I went to the International University of Santa Claus and have a Bachelor of Santa Claus degree.
I am always looking for ways to improve my myself as Santa. As once was said, " The only Santa I have to be better than, is the Santa I was the year before!

Event types:
* Private parties for single families
* Civic (parades, tree lightings, etc.)
* Corporate parties and promotional events
* Charity, fund-raising, and church functions

Santa can sit for pictures, tell stories, hand out presents and lead in singing Christmas carols. I love to sing!

I can provide my yearly background check and proof of insurance upon request.

I also have 2 different types of chairs for photos!

Additional Booking Notes

I have 2 chairs that are available for me to bring for photo shoots.

Services Offered

Santa Claus Children’s Music Santa Claus Storyteller

Upcoming Booked Events

December 17, 2023 • 2:30pm - 5:30pm Christmas Party

Past Booked Events

December 23, 2022 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm Christmas Party
December 18, 2022 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm Christmas Party
December 18, 2022 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm Christmas Party
December 03, 2022 • 2:00pm - 4:30pm Christmas Party
December 22, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm Christmas Party
November 30, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm Christmas Party
December 08, 2018 • 7:00pm - 7:45pm Christmas Party
December 24, 2016 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm Holiday Party (Christmas)
December 09, 2016 • 8:00am - 9:00am Holiday Party (Christmas)
December 04, 2016 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm Holiday Party (Christmas)
December 02, 2016 • 11:00am - 4:00pm Holiday Party (Christmas)
November 17, 2016 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm Corporate Event
July 21, 2016 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm Nonprofit Event
December 24, 2015 Holiday Party (Christmas)

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Set List

Ho Ho Ho, What is ONE thing you would want for Christmas? What is one thing you are going to give someone for Christmas? Have you been doing your chores? Have you been kind to others? What's your favorite subject at school, besides recess!!??

Influences & Inspiration

All the good Santas, real or designer bearded, have been a good influence on me. I belong to a group of Santas that are always helping each other be better. St. Nicholas is a great example of giving to others.

Setup Requirements

Dressing room

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