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Smart Car Santa
- West Haven, CT
- Santa Claus
- Travels up to 90 miles
- $0.00 to $1,000,000 per Hour + Travel
Overview
I go by many names. Kris Kringle, Papa Noel, Father Christmas, The Big Man, The Boss Elf, or Krampus-you take your pick!
I have 19 years of delighting people of all ages with warmth, caring and authenticity. Contact me for ideas on what I can do to make this holiday a special one
Experience
*CEO in charge of training and quality control of over 6000 employee's of diminutive size.
*Licensed to drive a sleigh in the 14000ton class
*Keeping track of all the good little girls and boys
*Creating holiday fantasy's for people worldwide for approximately 1750 years.
Skills
*Jolly
*Friendly
*Understanding
18 Reviews
Smart Car Santa was the highlight of our event! We hosted our first company giveback and decided to hire a Santa for our customers along with professional pictures they can take for the holidays. We found Gigsalad, and once we put through the request in, Smart car Santa was the only one that stood out to us with his service and expertise. He was determined to drive from CT all the way down to Long Island for our event and it was well worth it. Everyone loved Santa! We have tons of messages of how he was "The Best Santa!" and even made a child with ASD feel so comfortable that the mom had tears of joy! It was an unforgettable night that the children will never forget and now look forward to every year. We will be reaching out only to Smart Car Santa for future bookings! Thank you Dave for making our 1st event ever so special.
- Jerome and Vanisha Naidu
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Jerome, Vanisha, I can't tell you what a great time I had. It really warmed my soul. I've told many people about it, so many that they thought I was promoting for YOU! Your family and friends were caring and very helpful making this such an easy event. Thank you so much and I look forward to visiting in the future
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Dave โSantaโ is amazing with children and even adults! Dave is thoughtful, punctual, reliable, friendly, witty and has great stories to share with us all! Everyone at our Santa event raved about Dave and how amazing he was with all of the children! Parents and volunteers all had a great time watching Dave interact with all the children and putting a smile on their faces!
Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you so much Jessie. You made it so easy for me with such a well organized event. Everyone was so nice, friendly and helpful. I really have to thank you again for having me as it made me look at some things in a whole new light. Learning a good thing. Nay, it's a GREAT thing. I look forward to next year ๐
Hosted a holiday party and Santa was amazing! He was not only professional but was also willing to go the extra mile to make it a really special moment for the kids and the adults. The kids talked about him for the rest of the night and the memories will last a life time!! I would recommend him 1,000 times over!
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you Charles ๐ What a great family, and I also mean the closeness of your family of friends as well. I'm so glad that you have them all in your families lives. Have a very happy, wonderful holiday season and thank you so much for sharing me in it. Stay jolly ๐๐
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Thank you isnโt enough for making the best appearance ever!! The kids love you and you are patient and kind with them as well as the adults while we take 100 pictures. We love creating memories and cannot wait until next year!!! Merry Christmas Santa!! We canโt wait till Christmas 2024!!
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Ho Ho Ho! Thank you Kristen! I had such a jolly time. I hope this year is full of love for you and all your family. Until I see you and your family again, be well
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Smart Car sants was great to deal with. Arrived on time. Was very good with all the children and adults.
The whole family enjoyed having him at the house Christmas day.
Thank you
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas! I'm definitely printing out songs to sing at next years visits. You've got a great family there Mike. Thank you for the review
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Santa was very communitive before and during the event. The kids loved him. The parents loved him. I will certainly call for him next year. Thank you, Santa.
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you very much Tony for a great start to my Christmas Eve. Put a big smile on my face for the rest of the day. Your grandkids are adorable and so very polite. Please give your kitty a couple of boops from me
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Santa did a fabulous job with the kids and adults at the party. He mingled with all our guests and everyone was very pleased with him. Will definately hire him again and refer him to friends and family for their events
Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
William, you and Rhonda are the consummate hosts. Thank you for having me ho ho hoing at your holiday party. I can see why you wanted to acknowledge them all. What a great group of family, friends and colleagues you have. I'd like to wish you and your charming wife the happiest holidays seasons and a very Merry Christmas. I look forward to next year
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Santa was a wonderful addition to our annual Christmas party. Children young and old were delighted. What I was most surprised at was the true love of children and Christmas. Santa asked a lot of questions to the children as well as answered. No one was rushed. Santa was prompt to start but also took his time staying more than requested. Communication was outstanding.
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you for such a glowing review! You make it so easy to visit with such a lovely home that has a very warm and inviting atmosphere to it. Let's not forget to mention your open and accepting family and friends. Really great people and a ton of fun. The only thing I feel bad about is I never got to shoot a couple baskets with your son. Happy New Year ๐๐ ๐
We had a lovely time with Smart Car Santa! He was engaging and patient with all the guests, children and adults alike. He was cool, composed and flexible when our timing got a little off track. The kids were enchanted and starstruck. Santa really brought the magic to the party. He was professional and helpful in the planning stages as well- all around a great person and performer.
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Hey Sam, I'm so glad I could make it such a memorable time for everyone. Perfect spot with the stream train running in the background, picturesque to say the least. Next year will be epic, count on it. Much love to every one in your group that put on such a stellar event. You all care so much and it shows ๐
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Santa went above and beyond for our event. He had a magic walking stick, a bag of treats and he read The Night Before Christmas to the children assembled twice, which was his own idea! He looked like the ideal Santa and was incredibly patient with all of the children and the adults who came by. Our patrons were so happy. I would say that this Santa really could not have been better. He showed up early and stayed past what was necessary and we will definitely be booking him again next year.
Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Hi Ellen, thank you so much. What a beautiful, town, library and a warm inviting Santa space you have. It's the perfect spot to read "Twas the Night Before Christmas". I'd love to come back next year! You are penciled in, just let me know when and I'm there! I'm coming early next year so I can get to a wonderful pastry shop down the road and Santa can get some cookies.
Merry Christmas and stay jolly
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Smart Car Santa was just the Best! He was kind, courteous and had a great sense of humor and fun. He was a good listener and helped guests feel comfortable as they had their pictures taken. One woman, said she just couldn't believe how she felt when she saw his reflection in the LR mirror as he came into the house from the porch. She screamed "It's Santa Claus" and said she felt like a 5 year girl! I highly recommend this Santa and hope to have him back next year. Truly, he was a Big Hit! Many, many thanks.
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Oh Linda, the pleasure was all mine! Everyone was just lovely and welcoming. I'm really glad I could transport some of your friends back to their childhoods. It means a lot to be able to do that with adults and not just children. I'll be reaching out to you around August so you get first crack at a time of your choosing. Thank you so much for a wonderful time
Smart Car Santa (Dave)
PS thank you for the gift bag, it came in handy on the car ride ๐
Smart Car Santa was a pleasure to deal with- communication was seamless, he was punctual, cooperative and went above and beyond adding a special element of warmth and spirit of the season to our annual Christmas Eve gathering. He went so far as to read a story to the children, hand out gifts, participate in our caroling, and artfully manage adult banter with family and friends. We were so impressed we booked him then and there for the following year.
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you so much Steven, it was one of my highlights of the holiday season. Everyone at your gathering was so friendly, warm and inviting. The second year was even better because I knew everyone. I look forward to many more Christmas Eve adventures with you and your loved ones
Stay jolly
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Santa was very personable. He took lots of time with each grandchild and even gave them coins from all over the world. They loved the stories he read.
Santa stayed more than the time I paid for and was very professional.
I would hire him again.
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you Nancy, the time flew by like leaves that before the wild hurricane fly. Your family reminded me of my family with the playful banter. Until next year, happy holidays ๐ ๐
Dave was an excellent addition to our Christmas Party! Great with the kids, friendly, punctual and professional!
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you Alyson, you throw a great event. I look forward to next year's. Have a wonderful holiday season ๐
I had a Christmas event at my Boost Mobile store, Smart Car Santa was amazing with all the kids. He really made their day. He helped me pass out gifts and even greeted my customers at the door. I will definitely call him back next year.
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you so much. You have a wonderful crew working for you and family helping out. Thanks so much for letting me help out. Happiest Holidays and I hope your New Year is prosperous. Until next year ๐๐
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(I hope Jose is feeling better. )
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Wonderful!
Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Great gig, super easy and very communicative. Pleasure to work with.
Santa Steve was AMAZING !
He was worth every penny! But seeing all the kids experience a real life Santa was PRICELESS!
Weโll do it again next year! Our new tradition
Myself and all my guests were very happy that I chose to hire Santa. He did a great job, kids and adults had a blast! Highly recommended!
Santa Claus
Response from Smart Car Santa:
Thank you so much Billy. I loved seeing all the kids at the front window as I was walking up, so adorable. You have a great crew of family and friends surrounding you. Happiest holidays to you and your family from Santa. Stay jolly ๐๐
Booking Info
Price Range: $0.00 to $1,000,000 per Hour + Travel
Languages: Chinese, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Greek, Dutch
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Entertainment insurance
What to Expect
I real bearded, warm jovial Santa. I'm very accepting and funny. I make children as well as adults let down their guards and free their inner child
About
How this usually happens is Santa will come and surprise everyone by getting caught red handed delivering presents outside (you'll leave a bag of them outside for me) I'll be invited in and everyone that wants to tell me what they want for Christmas can. I'll tell stories and lead a sing along, we can read a Night Before Christmas and I'll answer any questions they have. I'm open If you have any other ideas or suggestions that you think everyone will enjoy. Photography and video is strongly encouraged
Additional Booking Notes
Nice comfy chair is all Santa needs. Milk and cookies?
Past Booked Events
December 25, 2023 โข 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 24, 2023 โข 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 24, 2023 โข 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 21, 2023 โข 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Cocktail Party |
December 16, 2023 โข 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Dinner Party |
December 15, 2023 โข 2:30pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 09, 2023 โข 7:00pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
December 07, 2023 โข 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 05, 2023 โข 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
December 03, 2023 โข 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 01, 2023 โข 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 29, 2022 โข 12:30pm - 1:00pm | Birthday Party |
December 18, 2022 โข 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 17, 2022 โข 3:30pm - 4:15pm | Christmas Party |
December 11, 2022 โข 12:00pm - 8:00pm | Fundraiser |
December 10, 2022 โข 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Childrenโs Birthday Party |
December 04, 2022 โข 5:30pm - 6:15pm | Christmas Party |
December 03, 2022 โข 7:00pm - 7:45pm | Christmas Party |
December 03, 2022 โข 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 24, 2021 โข 10:30pm - 11:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 24, 2021 โข 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 23, 2021 โข 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Personal Occasion |
December 18, 2021 โข 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Berlin CT |
December 11, 2021 โข 10:30am - 1:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 05, 2021 โข 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Childrenโs Birthday Party |
December 04, 2021 โข 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Christmas Party |
Set List
Set one- Ho Ho Ho
Set two- What would you like for
Christmas? Answer questions
Set three- Take pictures and video
Set four - Sing Christmas Carol's
Set five- Read "The Night Before
Christmas"
Set six- Ho Ho Ho
Influences & Inspiration
I dabbled in the North Pole but having a daughter I had to hone my skills to keep her believing. She is who made me great at what I do
Setup Requirements
A sturdy chair please. Santa's a big guy