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Santa for corporate & community events
A punctual, professional, real-bearded Santa who is easy to coordinate and a hit with guests of every age.
Events Santa is made for
- Staff and family holiday parties
- Tree lightings and community celebrations
- Fundraisers
- Brand and promotional appearances
- Christmas parades
Easy for organizers
Santa communicates clearly ahead of time, arrives on schedule and adapts to the flow of your event. Send us your schedule, venue and audience, and we'll plan the appearance around them.
Safety and standards
- A current vulnerable sector background check, available for review on request for event organizers.
- A parent or guardian stays close to every child.
- Santa does not photograph or post images of children. Photos are taken by you or your photographer.
Outdoor events and weather
For outdoor events we'll work with you on a backup plan, such as an indoor location, a shorter appearance or a rescheduled date, so the magic still happens.
Getting a quote
Corporate events start at $350 for the first hour in Pickering and Ajax, with travel included. Extra time is $100 for every 30 minutes. Whitby, Oshawa and Durham Region add $30, and Toronto and the wider GTA add $60. Prices are before applicable taxes. Use the rate estimator for a quick estimate, then send your date and details for a confirmed quote by email.
Event questions
How early should we book Santa?
As soon as you know your date. Weekends in November and December go first, and Christmas Eve is usually the first date to fill. We recommend booking 6 to 8 weeks ahead for the best choice of times. Last-minute? Send an inquiry anyway, because cancellations do happen.
What happens if weather interferes?
Safety comes first for everyone, reindeer included. For indoor bookings, Santa will make every effort to arrive, and we'll keep you updated if a storm is forecast. For outdoor events and parades, we'll work with you on a backup plan, such as an indoor location, a shorter appearance or a rescheduled date, so the magic still happens.
What are your photo safety rules?
Every photo is child-first and comfort-first. Children choose: no child is ever pressured, and they can sit on a lap, stand beside Santa or wave from nearby. A parent or guardian stays in the room or in sight at all times. Photos are taken by you or your photographer, and Santa does not photograph or post images of children. Mini-sessions run in set time slots, so please arrive a few minutes early. Please ask before posting images that include other people's children.
How do I get a final quote?
Use the rate estimator for a quick estimate, then send a booking inquiry with your date, location and event type. You'll receive a confirmed quote and availability by email. Pricing depends on the type of event, how long Santa stays and where you are, and special requests or unusual locations can change the final price.
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Check Santa's availability
Corporate and community dates book up early. Send your date and details, and you'll hear back with availability and a confirmed quote.