Santa Claus ILM - Santa Terry

Top Performer

Wilmington, NC

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Travels up to 30 miles

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Overview

Real Bearded Santa - Committed to crafting an environment overflowing with expectant, child-like enthusiasm through an authentic presentation of faith and heart-felt joy that embraces diverse cultural traditions of Christmas where everyone can smile, laugh, play, and simply be a child.

Also available as wedding officiant - ordained minister with 20+ years church ministry experience.

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Reviews

47 reviews

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Melissa R.

January 2, 2026
Verified review

Santa Terry is the best

Santa terry brought so much joy to our children's Christmas/Birthday party for the 2nd year in a row!

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Imke H.

December 25, 2024
Verified review

The best Santa

Santa Terry was wonderful. He came to our house and met the children and spoke to the older kids and the kids absolutely loved it. Highly recommend

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Sarah B.

December 24, 2024
Verified review

Great service

This Santa was truly magical! His warm, genuine smile and jolly demeanor instantly brought Christmas cheer to everyone in the room. He took the time to listen to each child individually, making them feel special and excited about sharing their Christmas wishes. The costume was impeccable, and his 'ho ho ho' was so authentic, it felt like the real Santa had arrived! A truly unforgettable experience for all."

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Jessica S.

December 20, 2024
Verified review

Wonderful Santa!

Santa Terry was the best Santa for our event! Residents and families' members loved taking pictures with him and meeting him as he mingled around. Highly recommend!

Hired as: Santa Claus


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Chris A.

December 20, 2024
Verified review

Excellent Hire

Terry did an excellent job! He was prompt, courteous and the crowd loved him!

Hired as: Santa Claus

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Booking information

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Upcoming booked events

December 2026

05

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

05

Saturday

Christmas Party

8:00pm - 9:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

06

Sunday

Christmas Party

3:30pm - 5:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

19

Saturday

Christmas Party

8:00am - 11:00am

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Wrightsville Beach, NC

19

Saturday

Christmas Party

2:30pm - 4:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

Past booked events

December 2025

06

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

December 2024

24

Tuesday

House Party

6:00pm - 6:45pm

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Wilmington, NC

21

Saturday

Surprise

7:00pm - 7:45pm

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Leland, NC

14

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

9:30am - 10:15am

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Wilmington, NC

13

Friday

Christmas Party

6:30pm - 8:00pm

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Hampstead, NC

08

Sunday

Nonprofit Event

8:00am - 10:00am

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Wilmington, NC

07

Saturday

House Party

5:30pm - 6:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

November 2024

29

Friday

Christmas Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

December 2023

01

Friday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 7:45pm

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Wrightsville Beach, NC

August 2023

28

Monday

Personal Occasion

12:00pm - 12:15pm

•

Wilmington, NC

December 2021

24

Friday

Christmas Party

5:30pm - 6:15pm

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Wrightsville Beach, NC

12

Sunday

Christmas Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

11

Saturday

Christmas Party

9:30am - 12:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

05

Sunday

Christmas Party

12:30pm - 2:30pm

•

Leland, NC

December 2020

17

Thursday

Christmas Party

5:30pm - 7:30pm

•

Wilmington, NC

12

Saturday

Surprise

8:30am - 9:00am

•

Wilmington, NC

06

Sunday

Personal Occasion

2:00pm - 3:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

November 2020

27

Friday

Surprise

1:00pm - 1:15pm

•

Wilmington, NC

October 2020

24

Saturday

Personal Occasion

2:00pm - 3:30pm

•

Wilmington, NC

December 2019

21

Saturday

Christmas Party

8:30pm - 10:00pm

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Kure Beach, NC

17

Tuesday

Concert

6:30pm - 9:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

13

Friday

Personal Occasion

4:00pm - 6:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

07

Saturday

Christmas Party

4:00pm - 5:30pm

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Kure Beach, NC

07

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

9:00am - 12:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

06

Friday

Corporate Event

5:30pm - 8:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

November 2019

24

Sunday

Fundraiser

10:00am - 1:00pm

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Carolina Beach, NC

December 2018

22

Saturday

Christmas Party

8:00pm - 8:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

07

Friday

Corporate Event

5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

01

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

6:30pm - 8:30pm

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Carolina Beach, NC

01

Saturday

Christmas Party

2:00pm - 4:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

November 2018

18

Sunday

Studio Session

12:00pm - 6:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

December 2017

24

Sunday

Christmas Party

4:00pm - 4:15pm

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Leland, NC

16

Saturday

Christmas Party

8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Kure Beach, NC

16

Saturday

Holiday Party (Christmas)

11:00am - 3:00pm

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Bolivia, NC

16

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

8:30am - 11:30am

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Wilmington, NC

15

Friday

Corporate Event

5:30pm - 7:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

10

Sunday

Christmas Party

3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

02

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

6:00pm - 8:30pm

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Carolina Beach, NC

November 2017

18

Saturday

Holiday Party (Christmas)

5:00pm - 7:00pm

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Surf City, NC

July 2017

09

Sunday

Sporting Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

December 2016

24

Saturday

Dinner Party

6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

24

Saturday

Holiday Party (Christmas)

5:00pm - 5:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

24

Saturday

Holiday Party (Christmas)

4:00pm - 4:15pm

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Leland, NC

21

Wednesday

Concert

7:30pm - 8:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

17

Saturday

Surprise

7:00pm - 8:30pm

•

Wilmington, NC

17

Saturday

Holiday Party (Christmas)

11:00am - 2:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

17

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

9:00am - 12:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

13

Tuesday

Holiday Party (Christmas)

7:00pm - 7:45pm

•

Wilmington, NC

November 2016

26

Saturday

Studio Session

5:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

December 2015

24

Thursday

House Party

9:00pm - 9:45pm

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Myrtle Beach, SC

22

Tuesday

Prank/Surprise

7:00pm - 7:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

13

Sunday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 3:30pm

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Wilmington, NC

07

Monday

Holiday Party (Christmas)

6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

05

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 10:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

05

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

4:00pm - 8:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

05

Saturday

Holiday Party (Other)

12:00pm - 4:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

05

Saturday

Holiday Party (Other)

11:00am - 1:00pm

•

Wilmington, NC

July 2015

11

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:30pm - 9:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

December 2014

14

Sunday

Bar/Lounge

11:30am - 2:00pm

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Wilmington, NC

10

Wednesday

Grand Opening

8:00am - 12:00pm

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Lumberton, NC

07

Sunday

Other

6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Jacksonville, NC

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