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Santa John of Hernando County

Brooksville, FL

$100-$150 per hour

Santa Claus

Travels up to 90 miles

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Overview

With over 40 years of professional Santa experience, I provide authentic, engaging, and memorable holiday appearances for corporate events, parades, schools, private parties, photography sessions, and community celebrations. Federally fingerprinted, annual FDLE background checked, and insured with a $2M liability policy for your peace of mind.

I offer personalized interaction, gift distribution, and seamless event coordination, including final planning calls prior to your event. Professional photos and video are welcome. Dates fill quickly each season, and availability ends December 23rd before returning to the North Pole!

Reviews

43 reviews

Jacquelynn B.

December 25, 2025

Verified review

Absolutely wonderful

Thank you so much Santa John for an amazing Christmas Eve event!

Hired as: Santa Claus

Tiffany F.

December 5, 2025

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Santa John is amazing!

Great personality, perfect look and easy to work with!

Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus

Karen F.

December 2, 2025

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Jolly Santa!

Authentic clothing and a big smile!

Hired as: Santa Claus

Dawn K.

December 1, 2025

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He is the nicest best looking Santa you'll ever have.

We have have this event for many years, and love this Santa!! We will hire him back next year.

Hired as: Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus

Renee S.

July 28, 2025

Verified review

Amazing Santa!!

We loved Santa John! He was attentive and adapted to what we needed. We wish we could book him again for our next Santa Brunch!

Hired as: Santa Claus

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Booking information

Price range: $100-$150 per hour

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 480 minutes

Insurance: $2,000,000 - Limited General Liability

What to expect

When you invite Santa to your event, you are not simply booking an appearance — you are creating a magical experience and lifelong memories for your family, guests, employees, or community. During your event, you will receive my complete and undivided attention to ensure every child and guest feels special, welcomed, and part of the Christmas magic.

Whether it’s story time with the children, listening to Christmas wishes, posing for memorable photographs, or sharing laughter and holiday cheer, I take pride in making every moment personal, warm, and unforgettable. No rushed appearances — just genuine interaction, festive spirit, and the authentic magic of Santa Claus.

If you would like Santa to personally hand out special gifts, stockings, certificates, or surprises, I am more than happy to help make the moment even more magical. Simply make arrangements with me prior to the visit so everything can be prepared seamlessly for your event.

Pictures and video recordings are always encouraged so you can capture those priceless smiles and treasured holiday memories for years to come. I simply ask that all photography and recordings remain tasteful and respectful so the magic of the experience can be enjoyed by everyone.

From the first “Ho Ho Ho” to the final Christmas hug, my goal is to create an unforgettable holiday experience filled with joy, laughter, wonder, and the true spirit of Christmas.

About

For more than three decades, I’ve had the incredible honor of helping Santa spread Christmas magic, joy, and unforgettable memories to children and families of all ages. There is truly nothing else I’d rather be doing than seeing the smiles, excitement, and wonder that fill a room when Santa arrives.

Over the years, I’ve been blessed to hear countless parents, grandparents, and event organizers tell me how much happiness and holiday spirit I’ve brought to their homes, businesses, and communities. To me, being Santa is more than a role — it’s a calling, and one I cherish every Christmas season.

Your family’s safety and peace of mind are always my top priorities. I am federally fingerprinted, undergo annual FDLE background checks, and carry a $1 million liability insurance policy for professional appearances and events.

I have proudly appeared at major attractions, holiday parades, corporate and office parties, schools, churches, private family gatherings, community events, and professional photography sessions. Whether you’re looking for a heartwarming family experience, a magical corporate event, or the perfect Santa for photos, I bring authenticity, professionalism, warmth, and holiday cheer to every appearance.

Availability is limited each season, and I will only be visiting until December 23rd before returning to the North Pole to prepare for Christmas Eve. Prime dates fill quickly, so don’t wait — reserve your magical Santa experience today before all spots are gone!

Additional booking notes

To ensure your holiday event is seamless, magical, and stress-free, I will personally contact you approximately one (1) week prior to your scheduled visit to confirm all final arrangements and special details. This allows us to make sure every part of your Santa experience is perfectly planned and tailored for your family, guests, or organization.

If you have special gifts for children, adults, employees, or guests that you would like Santa to personally deliver, please let me know ahead of time so we can coordinate everything properly. Nothing creates excitement quite like Santa reaching into his magical sack and calling out names one by one with holiday cheer and surprises for everyone!

Should you need it, I can also provide a special Santa sack for gift presentations to add an extra touch of authenticity and Christmas magic to your event. From small family gatherings to large corporate celebrations, every detail helps create unforgettable memories.

To help Santa keep everything organized at the North Pole, please make sure all gifts are clearly labeled with names written in LARGE, easy-to-read letters. This helps ensure each present is delivered smoothly, accurately, and with plenty of holiday spirit during the event.

My goal is to make your Christmas celebration warm, magical, professional, and filled with joyful moments that your guests will remember long after the holiday season has passed.

Services offered

Santa Claus Holiday Entertainment

Upcoming booked events

December 2026

05

Saturday

Christmas Party

9:00am - 1:00pm

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Lutz, FL

Past booked events

Dunedin, FL

November 2025

29

Saturday

Christmas Party

11:00am - 3:00pm

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Palm Harbor, FL

28

Friday

Christmas Party

6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Seminole, FL

16

Sunday

Holiday Party

11:00am - 3:00pm

•

Tarpon Springs, FL

July 2025

19

Saturday

29

Friday

Christmas Party

7:30pm - 8:30pm

•

Seminole, FL

December 2023

23

Saturday

Emily

4:30pm - 6:00pm

23

Saturday

Baby Shower

Thursday

Melinda

2:30pm - 4:00pm

21

Thursday

Jade

10:30am - 12:00pm

20

Wednesday

Christmas Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Tampa, FL

20

Wednesday

Carl

11:00am - 2:00pm

17

Sunday

Denise

4:00pm - 5:00pm

17

Sunday

Corporate Event

1:30pm - 3:00pm

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Clearwater Beach, FL

16

Saturday

Delia

7:00pm - 8:30pm

16

Saturday

Christmas Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm

•

Spring Hill, FL

15

Friday

Lynne K

6:00pm - 8:00pm

15

Friday

Christmas Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Clearwater, FL

14

Thursday

Kayla Swinford

4:00pm - 7:00pm

13

Wednesday

Jennifer L

5:00pm - 7:00pm

13

Wednesday

Lori S

9:00am - 11:00am

10

Sunday

Melissa

3:00pm - 4:00pm

10

Sunday

Celeste

1:30pm - 2:30pm

09

Saturday

Barbara

1:00pm - 3:00pm

09

Saturday

Corporate Event

10:00am - 12:00pm

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Tampa, FL

07

Thursday

Susana

6:15pm - 7:45pm

05

Tuesday

Christmas Party

4:30pm - 6:30pm

•

Brooksville, FL

05

Tuesday

Florida Autism Center

All-day event

03

Sunday

Fundraiser

1:00pm - 4:00pm

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St Petersburg, FL

03

Sunday

Christmas Party

11:00am - 12:30pm

•

Tampa, FL

02

Saturday

Laura

6:30pm - 8:30pm

02

Saturday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 3:00pm

•

Eagle Lake, FL

November 2023

17

Saturday

Christmas Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm

•

Spring Hill, FL

November 2021

07

Sunday

29

Sunday

Studio Session

11:00am - 3:00pm

•

Valrico, FL

Setup requirements

Chair

Fan or A/C on cold

Bottle of water

If outside, a tent or covering to protect from the heat

Reserved parking spot/area

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