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Santa Q

Wilmington, OH

$99/30 min to $149/hr to $500/30 min christmas day

Santa Claus

Travels up to 120 miles

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About Santa Q

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Overview

Santa for hire in SW Ohio / N Kentucky region. Santa Q is a real bearded/real belly/naturally white & curly haired Santa. His warm & engaging manner make him one of the most sought after Santas.

Santa Q doesn't believe one plays Santa, one becomes Santa. Improv trained, he is a graduate of the University of Santa Claus, Christmas Performers Workshop, & WSCN Professional Santa School. He loves interacting with children of all ages from birth to 100+.

Santa Q will deliver gifts to your employees or family/guests; emcee your special event; pose for photos with peoples & pets; read stories, etc. His Mrs. Claus is also available.

Santa Q is a licensed wedding officiant in Ohio.

Reviews

38 reviews

Jessica O.

December 12, 2022

Verified review

Santa was great!

We had a breakfast with Santa for our associates and he was so kind to everyone and took the time to speak to each individual child on their level. He really engaged with them. He also mingled around the room and visited everyone's tables and chatted and he also walked around our lobby and visited with guests. Everyone that went has commended about how personable and friendly he was with everyone, especially with the kids. We look forward to having him at our event next year!

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Santa Q

Thank you for the kind words, Jessica. Visiting with the children is what makes this season of the year so special. Santa Q

Patricia P. G. S. L. T. 8.

December 6, 2022

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Santa Q is the Best!!!

All the kids we're so surprised to see Santa come in with his Big HOHOHO!! He is the real deal!!

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Santa Q

I had a most wonderful time. As the father of boys, I never had the opportunity when I was younger to participate in father/daughter dances. Thank you for having me visit on this special evening. Hope to see you next year!

Amanda C.

July 27, 2022

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Great experience with Santa Q!

Santa Q definitely delivered at our Daycare! He spent extra time in each room and made sure each child had an awesome experience! We were SO happy with him and can't wait to book him again

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Santa Q

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Aleisha N. E.

December 21, 2025

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Awesome Santa♡

Awesome Experience!
Santa was perfect, the interaction with children was impeccable, I would definitely recommend and use this Santa again in the future

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Megan L.

November 27, 2025

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Best Experience!

Santa Q made our Santa pictures come true! He was kind and patient with our children and brought really cool and special props. Can’t wait for next year!

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Booking information

Price range: $99/30 min to $149/hr to $500/30 min christmas day

Gig length: 20 - 480 minutes

Insurance: $1,000,000 - Background checked and entertainers insurance for both me and Mrs Claus

What to expect

Thank you for considering booking Santa Q portrayal artist for your upcoming event!

Please note that visit details will be finalized as we go through the booking process, but here are some things that you may want to consider:

1. Type of visit: Are you looking for a home visit, corporate visit, school visit, community event, hospital visit, charity event, photo session, or something else?
2. Length of visit: How long would you like Santa to be present at your event? Do you have a specific schedule or timeline that you need to follow? Keep in mind younger children have a limited attention span and a 30 minute home visit is typically long enough for 3 or fewer children unless Santa is handing out a large number of presents.
3. Number of attendees: How many people will be at your event, and how many children are expected to interact with Santa?
4. Activities: Are there any specific holiday activities that you would like Santa Q to participate in, such as singing carols, telling stories, or handing out presents?
5. Venue: Where will the event be held, and is there any specific set-up or requirements needed for the venue?
6. Catering: If you are planning a group holiday gathering with a meal, would you like Santa Q to make a special appearance during or after the meal, and would you like him to hand out presents or treats?
7. Budget: What is your budget for the visit, and are there any specific requirements or restrictions that we should keep in mind?

Here are some additional details items you can consider for each type of Santa Q visit, including a group holiday gathering with a meal:

1. Home Visits: During a home visit, clients can expect Santa Q to arrive at their home in full costume, bringing presents and holiday cheer. Santa Q may spend time talking with each child and posing for photos with the family. For a group holiday gathering with a meal, Santa Q could make a special appearance during or after the meal, interact with the children, and hand out presents or treats. It is generally best that present are distributed near the end of a home visit as one they are, children's attention will be solely focused on opening their gift(s).
2. Corporate Visits: Clients can expect Santa Q to arrive at their corporate event in full costume and spread holiday cheer to employees and customers. He may take photos with attendees, distribute presents or treats, and participate in holiday-themed activities. For a group holiday gathering with a meal, Santa Q could make a special appearance during or after the meal, interact with the children, and hand out presents or treats.
3. School Visits: Clients can expect Santa Q to arrive at their school in full costume and spend time with the children, distributing presents or treats, and spreading holiday cheer. For a group holiday gathering with a meal, Santa Q could make a special appearance during or after the meal, interact with the children, and hand out presents or treats.
4. Community Events: Clients can expect Santa Q to arrive at the community event in full costume and participate in holiday-themed activities. He may hand out presents or treats and take photos with children and families. For a group holiday gathering with a meal, Santa Q could make a special appearance during or after the meal, interact with the children, and hand out presents or treats.
5. Hospital Visits: Clients can expect Santa Q to arrive at the hospital in full costume and spend time with sick children, spreading holiday cheer and delivering presents or treats. For a group holiday gathering with a meal, Santa Q could make a special appearance during or after the meal, interact with the children, and hand out presents or treats.
6. Charity Events: Clients can expect Santa Q to arrive at the charity event in full costume and participate in holiday-themed activities to raise awareness or money for a cause. He may take photos with attendees, distribute presents or treats, and interact with the guests. For a group holiday gathering with a meal, Santa Q could make a special appearance during or after the meal, interact with the children, and hand out presents or treats.
7. Photo Sessions: Clients can expect to schedule a photo session with Santa Q at a designated location. Santa Q will arrive in full costume and spend time taking photos with children and families, spreading holiday cheer, and handing out treats or small gifts. For a group holiday gathering with a meal, Santa Q could make a special appearance during or after the meal, interact with the children, and hand out presents or treats.

Once we have a better idea of your specific needs and preferences, we can work together to create a customized visit plan that meets your expectations and creates a memorable holiday experience for all.

About

"More Than a Red Suit"

Santa Q believes that one does not play Santa, one becomes Santa. He tailors his visits to the characteristics of the group he is appearing in front of, whether it be a church group, school group, retail establishment, or private event. He wants to make sure that everyone feels seen and heard, and that his presence brings joy to all.

He is proud to hold the trademark "More Than a Red Suit," which embodies his dedication to delivering a truly memorable and heartfelt Santa experience that brings authenticity and joy to every appearance. This trademark signifies his commitment to going beyond the traditional portrayal of Santa, creating magical moments that captivate both children and adults alike.

When he visits with children, Santa Q makes them feel like they are the only person in the room. He wants to know everything about them, from what they like to do in and out of school, to what they want for Christmas and whether they've been kind. He emphasizes that being kind is the path to Santa's nice list.

Santa Q has appeared at a variety of events, including country clubs, daycares, assisted living facilities, homes, retail businesses, and more. He also offers virtual visits, which allow him to connect with people from all over the world. Improv-trained, he is a graduate of the University of Santa Claus, Christmas Performers Workshops, Santa Mastery & the Worldwide Santa Claus Network Professional Santa School.

He is proud to serve as the official Santa for the Mason, OH Great Wolf Lodge in 2022, 2023 and 2024. Other current & past clients include Bass Pro Shop / Cabela's, Neiman Marcus, BJ's Wholesale, etc.

He has a distinct reading voice and sang in church choirs for over 30 years. For Santa Q, being Santa is not just a job, it's a calling. He believes that by embodying the spirit of Christmas, he can bring joy and hope to people who need it most. With his experience as a public official and consultant, he knows how to adapt to any situation and make the most of every opportunity.

Whether he's visiting with children or mingling with adult guests, Santa Q brings a sense of warmth and kindness that is hard to find in today's world. He is truly a Santa for all seasons, and his presence is sure to make any event more special.

Additional booking notes

For virtual visits, Santa Q typically uses Zoon on a laptop with a virtual background. A home visit with 2 or 3 children will typically last 12 to 15 minutes. Please make sure your device is set up with Zoom. An email will be sent with the meeting link.

Services offered

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Upcoming booked events

November 2026

21

Saturday

Studio Session

11:00am - 1:30pm

January 2026

15

Thursday

Rae Health

4:00pm - 7:00pm

December 2025

28

Sunday

Home Visit

7:00pm - 8:00pm

24

Wednesday

House Party

Saturday

Corporate Event

9:00am - 12:00pm

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Winchester, OH

19

Friday

Resort Visit

5:00pm - 7:00pm

18

Thursday

Santa Visit

6:00pm - 9:00pm

17

Wednesday

Brewery

7:00pm - 8:00pm

17

Wednesday

Senior Center

11:00am - 1:00pm

16

Tuesday

Photo Shoot

5:00pm - 7:00pm

15

Monday

Santa Visit

6:30pm - 8:30pm

14

Sunday

Christmas Brunch

9:00am - 4:00pm

13

Saturday

Resort Visit

5:00pm - 7:00pm

13

Saturday

Christmas Party

11:00am - 12:00pm

•

Newport, KY

12

Friday

Resort Visit

5:00pm - 7:00pm

11

Thursday

Polen Farm

5:00pm - 9:30pm

10

Wednesday

Polen Farm

5:00pm - 9:30pm

09

Tuesday

Dinner with Santa

5:30pm - 8:30pm

08

Monday

Windsor

6:00pm - 8:00pm

07

Sunday

Christmas Brunch

9:00am - 4:00pm

06

Saturday

Resort Visit

5:00pm - 7:00pm

06

Saturday

Christmas Breakfast

10:00am - 12:00pm

05

Friday

Resort Visit

5:00pm - 7:00pm

03

Wednesday

Columbus Metro Library

5:00pm - 10:00pm

01

Monday

Head Start

10:00am - 12:00pm

November 2025

30

Sunday

Resort

10:00am - 12:00pm

29

Saturday

Resort Visit

5:00pm - 7:00pm

29

Saturday

Christina Jane

9:00am - 12:00pm

28

Friday

Home Visit

6:00pm - 7:00pm

26

Wednesday

Studio Session

10:00am - 11:30am

•

Dayton, OH

24

Monday

Port authority meeting

2:30pm - 4:30pm

22

Saturday

Studio Session

11:00am - 1:30pm

•

Xenia, OH

22

Saturday

Photo Shoot

10:30am - 1:30pm

17

Monday

Corporate Event

11:00am - 1:30pm

•

Cincinnati, OH

16

Sunday

Photo Shoot

All-day event

April 2025

Wednesday

Christmas Party

6:00pm - 7:00pm

•

Cincinnati, OH

18

Wednesday

Adult Daycare

10:00am - 12:00pm

17

Tuesday

Home visit

6:00pm - 7:00pm

16

Monday

OTT

5:00pm - 9:00pm

15

Sunday

Retail

6:00pm - 9:00pm

15

Sunday

Visit with Santa

9:00am - 4:00pm

14

Saturday

Alexis Braddy

8:15pm - 9:15pm

14

Saturday

Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

14

Saturday

Retail

11:00am - 3:00pm

13

Friday

Food Drive

8:00pm - 9:00pm

13

Friday

Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

13

Friday

Photo shoot

11:30am - 12:30pm

12

Thursday

Christmas Party

7:30pm - 8:30pm

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Dayton, OH

12

Thursday

Memory Care Dinner with Santa

4:30pm - 7:30pm

11

Wednesday

Chess club

6:00pm - 7:00pm

10

Tuesday

Eagles Visit with Santa

5:00pm - 9:00pm

09

Monday

Corporate event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

08

Sunday

Visit with Santa

9:00am - 4:00pm

07

Saturday

Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

07

Saturday

Corporate Event

1:30pm - 3:00pm

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Milford, OH

07

Saturday

Visit with Santa

9:00am - 11:00am

06

Friday

Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

05

Thursday

Christmas

3:00pm - 6:00pm

01

Sunday

Mauricio Photo Shoot

2:00pm - 4:00pm

01

Sunday

Resort

10:00am - 12:00pm

November 2024

30

Saturday

Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

30

Saturday

Christmas Party

1:00pm - 2:00pm

•

20

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 5:30pm

•

New Albany, OH

September 2024

05

Thursday

Promo Shoot

6:30pm - 7:30pm

June 2024

19

Wednesday

Christmas Party

11:00am - 11:30am

•

Wilmington, OH

December 2023

24

Sunday

Alter Gala

6:30pm - 7:30pm

24

Sunday

Christmas Party

4:30pm - 5:00pm

•

Dayton, OH

22

Friday

Christmas Party

1:00pm - 2:30pm

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Grove City, OH

21

Thursday

Retail Appearance

3:00pm - 8:00pm

20

Wednesday

Retail Appearance

Monday

Retail Appearance

10:00am - 8:00pm

10

Sunday

Christmas Party

9:30am - 4:00pm

•

Dayton, OH

09

Saturday

Christmas Party

Dayton, OH

03

Sunday

Windsor home visot

6:00pm - 7:00pm

03

Sunday

Christmas Party

9:00am - 4:00pm

•

Dayton, OH

02

Saturday

Christmas Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm

•

Milford, OH

02

Saturday

Sunday

Studio Session

10:00am - 3:00pm

•

Cincinnati, OH

18

Saturday

Retail Appearance

3:00pm - 8:00pm

18

Saturday

Studio Session

04

Wednesday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 3:30pm

•

Dayton, OH

04

Wednesday

Arrive onsite

1:30pm - 2:00pm

August 2023

12

Saturday

House Party

8:00pm - 9:30pm

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Mason, OH

09

Wednesday

Promo Photoshoot - Sunset Landing

2:00pm - 3:00pm

July 2023

27

Thursday

Rachel promoshoot

10:30am - 12:00pm

26

Wednesday

School Assembly

10:00am - 11:00am

•

Dublin, OH

25

Tuesday

Christmas Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm

•

Springboro, OH

25

Tuesday

Christmas Party

10:00am - 11:30am

•

Columbus, OH

13

Thursday

Christmas Party

4:30pm - 6:30pm

•

Dayton, OH

10

Monday

Promo Shoot

11:00am - 1:00pm

May 2023

12

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

9:00am - 9:15am

•

Oxford, OH

January 2023

07

Saturday

Nephew birthday Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

December 2022

Mason Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

23

Friday

Christmas Party

10:00am - 11:30am

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Grove City, OH

22

Thursday

Virtual Visit

7:30pm - 8:00pm

22

Thursday

Christmas Party

Saturday

Mason Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

17

Saturday

Tentative

10:00am - 1:00pm

16

Friday

Mason Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

16

Friday

Corporate Event

1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Westerville, OH

15

Thursday

Photo with Cappy and Josie

Saturday

Mason Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

09

Friday

Mason Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

08

Saturday

Breakfast with Santa

9:00am - 11:00am

02

Friday

Mason Resort

5:00pm - 7:00pm

November 2022

29

Tuesday

Christmas Party

Santa's suit is quite warm. If your venue tends to be warmer, please provide a fan.

A chair or bench is preferred over sleigh on Santa's set. A sleigh can be difficult to navigate for both young children and older adults.

Please allow enough room behind the seat so Santa can move behind the seat so that if there is a reticent child who is wary of Santa, he can move beside or behind the child for the photo opportunity.

During daylight hours, please take steps to ensure the location is not back-lit so that picture quality is not negatively impacted.

Please provide a parking space close by the venue.

For home visits, please clearly identify your house so Santa can easily locate it.

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