Santa Larry
Overview
I'm Santa Larry, a professional real-bearded Santa creating authentic Christmas experiences throughout Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point and the Piedmont Triad region.
More than a photo opportunity, I create personal interactions that make guests feel welcomed and part of the Christmas magic. From family visits to corporate celebrations, I adapt the experience to your event.
🎅 Home & Family Visits
📸 Photographer Mini-Sessions
🏢 Corporate Events
🎄 HOA & Community Events
🍳 Breakfast & Brunch with Santa
🎁 Retail & Promotional Events
Professional • Insured • Background Checked
Multiple Santa wardrobe options available.
Let's create a Santa experience your guests will remember!
Reviews
8 reviews
Kala R.
December 13, 2025Best Santa Ever!
Santa Larry is truly the ultimate Santa Claus. We hired him for a residential event, and he was nothing short of magical and a breath of fresh air. He genuinely brought the Christmas spirit to life and made everyone feel like a kid again. His presence was incredibly whimsical, joyful, and unforgettable. It was an amazing experience from start to finish, and we sincerely hope to hire Santa Larry again next year if he is available. 🎅🎄
Hired as: Santa Claus
Bridget B.
December 8, 2025Wonderful Santa!
Santa Larry was great at our neighborhood event. We really loved having him. The children loved him and when the line was done to meet him, he walked around the park and talked to the children. He is also very responsive and communicative, and great coordinating meeting times and plans in advance.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Brenda H.
December 2, 2025The Santa Surprise
Santa came to visit Christmas Eve as a special treat for our 8 grandkids. He is so authentic. The youngest kids wanted to give him a bunch of hugs, and to help them with their toys. He was so patient and “Santalike”. We enjoyed it so much we are doing a repeat this year. I can’t wait!
Hired as: Santa Claus
J B.
September 5, 2026Everyone enjoyed Santa Larry!
Santa Larry truly brought the magic and spirit of the Christmas season to our Breakfast with Santa event!
Guests of all ages loved capturing special moments with Santa Larry, and the smiles said it all! We had such a wonderful time celebrating with our guests and can’t wait to welcome Santa Larry back again!
Hired as: Santa Claus
Mikelle K.
April 28, 2026Best Santa!
Larry is a fantastic Santa! He takes his time with each person (kid and adult) so that everyone feels seen and heard by Santa himself. He's a very sweet man who is always jolly. We have already booked him for this year! I highly recommend him; he is such a blessing.
Hired as: Santa Claus
Santa Larry
Thank you for the wonderful review. It's a pleasure to be returning.
Booking information
Price range: Starts at $200
Languages: English
Gig length: 10 - 300 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - General Liability coverage
What to expect
When Santa Larry arrives, expect more than someone posing for photographs.
Guests receive a warm, authentic Santa interaction with conversation, humor, storytelling and plenty of opportunities for memorable photos.
Santa Larry adapts to the event—from quiet one-on-one moments with children to busy corporate, community and promotional events.
Your Santa experience can include:
• Personalized conversations with children and families
• Professional photo interactions and posing
• Storytelling and Christmas conversation
• Meet-and-greets and roaming Santa appearances
• Gift distribution when coordinated in advance
• Multiple professional Santa wardrobe options
• Professional communication before your event
Every appearance is approached with one goal: create an extraordinary Christmas moment your guests will remember.
About
I never set out to become Santa Claus. It all started with a simple invitation to put on the red suit for a Christmas party. What I discovered that day was something I hadn't expected: the incredible joy that Santa can bring to children and adults alike. Seeing those smiles and sharing in their excitement touched my heart, and I knew I wanted to do more.
I've always believed in treating people with kindness, respect, and a little good humor. Those values don't change when I put on the red suit. I'm the same man dressed as Santa Claus as I am wearing blue jeans and a T-shirt.
As my journey continued, I realized that portraying Santa was about much more than looking the part. I wanted to do it right. Through professional Santa education, training, and experience, I've worked to develop the skills, appearance, and character that make a visit with Santa feel genuine and memorable.
Today, as Santa Larry, my greatest reward is seeing the smiles, hearing the laughter, and creating those special moments that families will remember long after Christmas has passed.
To me, being Santa isn't simply about putting on a red suit. It's about sharing kindness, spreading joy, and keeping the Christmas Spirit alive through the way we treat one another.
That's who I strive to be, whether I'm wearing the red suit or not.
Additional booking notes
To help make your Santa experience enjoyable and well-organized, I appreciate coordinating a few details before the event.
Please provide a primary event contact, arrival instructions, parking information, and any special access requirements.
If Santa will be distributing gifts, please coordinate gift handling in advance.
Special activities, storytelling, announcements, or personalized requests should be discussed before the event so I can prepare accordingly.
I typically arrive approximately 10 minutes before my scheduled appearance, ready to begin at the agreed time.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
December 2026
05
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:30am - 11:30am
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Winston-Salem, NC
05
Saturday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Kannapolis, NC
06
Sunday
Christmas Party
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
Greensboro, NC
12
Saturday
Christmas Party
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
High Point, NC
13
Sunday
Christmas Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Winston-Salem, NC
19
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:30am - 10:30am
•
Greensboro, NC
Past booked events
December 2025
22
Monday
Restaurant/Bar Event
10:00am - 11:30am
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Winston-Salem, NC
19
Friday
Surprise
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Lexington, NC
12
Friday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Greensboro, NC
07
Sunday
Personal Occasion
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Greensboro, NC
07
Sunday
Kirkwood neighborhood
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Influences and inspiration
My Santa portrayal is guided by the traditions of St. Nicholas and the belief that the Christmas Spirit is about kindness, generosity, and genuine connections with others.
I'm a Platinum Member of the Worldwide Santa Claus Network (WSCN), where I've completed all nine Core Certification Courses required to earn their certificate. The teachings of Santa Ed Taylor and WSCN's philosophy of AuthentiClaus™ have helped shape my approach to creating authentic Santa experiences.
I'm also a member of the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas (IBRBS). My continuing education includes Advanced Studies at ProSanta School in Charlotte, NC, where I earned a Certificate of Completion, and a two-day educational seminar with the Long Leaf Pines Santas in June 2026.
I believe there's always something more to learn. Whether it's storytelling, interacting with children and adults, or creating memorable experiences, I continually work to improve my portrayal.
For me, the Christmas Spirit is more than something we celebrate in December. It's something we can share throughout the year through kindness, compassion, and generosity.
My goal is to bring those values to every Santa appearance and create extraordinary moments that guests will remember.
Setup requirements
Sturdy, comfortable chair or sofa suitable for Santa and guests sitting together.
Clean, well-lit, accessible area with adequate space for guests and photography. Avoid windows with sunlight behind the scene.
Outdoor events require protection from rain, excessive heat, and severe weather.
Microphone or sound system for larger gatherings or presentations, when needed.
A 20-minute break every two hours for extended appearances, included in the scheduled time.
Private area for breaks, personal needs, and wardrobe adjustments.
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