I am a professionally trained Santa performer having attended the C.W. Howard Santa School, Christmas Performers Workshop, Santa Nana's Holiday University, the Brothers Claus and School 4 Santa. I am a Story teller and I sing Christmas songs. I perform for Corporate parties, private parties, home visits, hospital and nursing homes, parades, schools and tree lighting ceremonies. I am also available for TV commercials, promotional advertising and public speaking. I am a member in good standing in IBRBS and Buckeye Santas. I am fully insured and have a current background check. Copies available on request.
I have appeared on ABC's Shark Tank and Cleveland channel 8's Kicking it with Kenny.
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you for letting me be a part of your Holiday program. I enjoyed all the families and the staff. Thank you for making my day a memorable one.
Warmest Regards,
Santa Wayne Gross
the Portage Path Santa
He was great at what he does. From the outfit to the voice to the knowledge and everything. The stories were spot on the songs were great, the kids and adults had a great time.
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Chrissy, thank you for such a nice review. I greatly appreciate it. I had a load of fun with everyone.
Santa Wayne
the Portage Path Santa
Very friendly, personable and authentic! He handed out the gifts and sang! Would definitely recommend!
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you for letting me be a part of your celebration and thank you for such kind words. I had a wonderful time interacting with the residents.
Santa did a great job at our family Christmas party of about 60 people. The kids loved him and he kept everyone engaged....even the teens! We definitly will have him again.
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thanks Cathy, it was a pleasure to be part of your Christmas party and Kevin's birthday. Thank you for the kind words.
We had Santa for a surprise to our grandkids who spent the night and just told us this morning that last night was the best day ever! Thank you for your time and making the evening special for the kids!
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you Brandy. Thank you for the kind words. I enjoyed everyone, especially the children and had a great time. Thank you for letting me be part of their surprise.
Friendly! Arrived on time and was personable with everyone. Has a great singing voice! Would definitely recommend! Plus- he has a HUGE heart!
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Julia, thank you for your very kind words. It was a pleasure doing your Christmas Party and meeting everyone and interacting with them.
He was very friendly, happy! We would definitely use him again. On time, communicated well before the event.
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you very much Dustin. It was a pleasure meeting and interacting with everyone.
Portage Path Santa
Great Santa for our family Christmas Party !
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thanks Betty,
I had a lot of fun with your family. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your Christmas Party. Best wishes for a happy new year.
Santa Wayne
The Portage Path Santa
Santa Wayne was outstanding. We would recommend to all that wanted a merry family Santa experience . Thanks
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you show much Elizabeth. "Bean" and "Mic" were a lot of fun and I enjoyed you and the rest of your family as well. Thank you for letting me spend time with your family on Christmas Eve.
A Very Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Santa Wayne
Santa was prepared for the evening. He called to confirm he found the correct the house for the event. He called again to discuss expectations for the evening. He engaged kids 5-12. Fun red noses for a round of Rudolf the Red Nose Reindeer brought even the doubtful older kids along for some fun. Thank you Santa
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you very much Kyla. I enjoyed spending time with everyone, especially the children. Santa had as much fun as everyone else. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your celebration. All the gingerbread houses looked great.
Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas!
Santa Wayne
the Portage Path Santa
Santa was punctual! He was a pleasure! He was fun and went with the flow!
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you, Misty,
I had a lot of fun with the firemen and manning the foot pedal that controlled air horn. I also want to thank you for taking me on a tour of the facility and getting to meet the residents. It always makes me remember that adults are sometimes just as excited as children to see Santa.
Merry Christmas,
Santa Wayne
the Portage Path Santa
We had Santa come for our Christmas cookie decorating party with the grandkids. He was great! The kids and parents loved him! Will use him again next year!
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Beth,
Thank you! I had a lot of fun and I appreciate you allowing me to share in your family's Cookie party.
Merry Christmas,
Santa Wayne
the Portage Path Santa
We hired Santa to surprise our kids and they loved it. He sang a song and read a book and kept them entertained even in the cold :).
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you Jackie,
It was a pleasure to meet your family, especially Sadie and Dean. Thank you for letting me be a part of the magic for them.
Ho Ho Ho
Portage Path Santa
We just had another great experience with Portage Path Santa. Thanks so much for making my son's Christmas experience so grateful and so blessed. All the best always.
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you Rui,
Thank you for the nice review, I appreciate it. It is always a pleasure talking to Felipe and visiting with you and your family. And also meow.
Merry Christmas,
Portage Path Santa
Portage Path Santa was incredibly accommodating to a schedule change, on time, did everything we hope for (posing in photos) and added his own special flair. He was patient with the kids and very easy going. We enjoyed having him!
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Leigh,
Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a blast working with you and I thoroughly enjoyed the children. I look forward to future opportunities working with you.
Merry Christmas,
Santa Wayne
We loved this Santa!! He made our night!
Told stories, knew each child’s name. He got the crowd involved. It was a really nice night and well worth the money. I was hesitant to do something like this because of the expense but I am sooo glad we did. Thanks Santa!!
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thanks Lindsey. Being a part of your celebration made my night too. You have a wonderful family and group of friends and it was fun interacting with them.
Photos from this event
Very authentic
Will ask for again
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you Barbara for letting me be a part of your Christmas tradition. I look forward to next Christmas Eve.
We had an amazing experience with Portage Path Santa this past weekend. It was really a magical moment for our son and Santa was able to make the moment even more magical singing songs, reading books and interacting with our family. Fantastic experience that I hope to repeat it again next year.
Thanks Portage Path Santa for being such a great partner in our pre-Christmas celebration this year.
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Rui,
Thank you so much for letting me be a part of your families pre-Christmas celebration and for letting me add to the magic for Felipe. I had a great time and I am looking forward to next year.
Wayne ( the Portage Path Santa )
Very sweet with the children and many comments throughout the event on how great Santa was. Will be booking again next year.
Response from Portage Path Santa:
The children were so much fun to talk to. Thank you for letting me be a part of your event.
Such a great experience! Kids loved the attention he gave each of them. Highly recommend. We will be booking again for next year!
Response from Portage Path Santa:
Thank you Clare. I had a very enjoyable time with the children and I am looking forward to next year.
Price Range: contact for rates
Gig Length: 30 - 120 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $2,000,000 - Performer Liabilty
A story time with Santa. A clean, neat authentic Santa. I include props with the story telling. I also will include a sing-a-long with popular carols.
I am a Marine veteran with Vietnam service. I have attended the Charles W. Howard Santa School on numerous occasions, and other Christmas performer workshops. I am a real bearded Santa Claus. I am insured and I have a complete and current background check ( a copy of both documents available upon request). I have performed as Santa over 40 times on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad for their version of the Polar Express, and the current North Pole Adventure train. I have made home visits to medical fragile children through the Secret Sleigh project. I have been a Santa portrayer for over 5 years. I am currently working with several photographers that range from portraying Santa in a series of scripted photographic poses with children which are then developed as fine art pictures used as illustrations for a story book for families, to family photos. I have appeared on Shark Tank television show, WJW-TV's Kickin' it with Kenny segment. I have appeared at Crocker Park and the Cleveland Zoo. I have Christmas in my heart all year round. I would love the honor to do your event.
I will require a parking space by the entrance for venues and a parking spot close to the home entrance. Access to set up any props required for my performance prior to the start of performance. A clean area large enough to change into and out of Santa suit if necessary. Inform Santa of any special needs required.
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