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- Columbus, OH
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Carrie K. said “Santa was really engaged and told lots of cute stores to keep the kids entertained. He was just adorable and so kind!”
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Book Santa Claus Richard for your home visit/party, corporate, office, church or whatever event. Santa and Mrs. Claus will help you keep the CHRISTmas Spirit alive. Sing-a-long to favorite songs, listen to Santa read CHRISTmas stories.
Santa Claus Richard Knapp was an absolute delight at the Columbus Piave Club Christmas Party, exceeding all expectations. Held at the historic Valley Dale Ballroom, his grand entrance set the tone for an unforgettable evening. Santa made a magical arrival, waving to attendees from the balcony before descending to the dance floor, where he mingled with guests and spread holiday cheer.
Taking his seat near the Christmas tree, Santa posed for photos, creating cherished memories for all in attendance. His festive spirit shone even brighter as he joined the lively crowd on the dance floor, celebrating alongside partygoers to the vibrant music of Ray Massa's EuroRythms.
His authentic portrayal of Santa Claus, combined with his warm and engaging personality, made him the highlight of the event. The Columbus Piave Club could not have hoped for a better Santa, and Richard Knapp’s participation elevated the evening to a truly magical celebration of the season. Highly recommended for any holiday event!
Santa Richard became ill Christmas Eve and cancelled on us at 11PM for our Christmas morning santa visit. We had sad children but we hope he is OK. So we are unable to provide a review.
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
Tammy, I'm sorry about having to cancel. I went by ambulance to the hospital late 12/24. My dear wife Judy made the call for my canceling my Christmas Day visits. I was just released on 12/30 in the afternoon. I developed an infection in my foot. The infection went to the bone and then into my blood stream. I had that part of my foot amputated. With oral meds I was able to leave the hospital. I'm checking to see how to repay you. Please give me a day to figure it out. Thank you.
Wow! Richard and his wife did a fantastic job! He went over and beyond my expectations. My kids have not stopped talking about Santa stopping at our house. We enjoyed the book, song, and learning how he “ho-go-ho”. He “brought” them a gift (I supplied) and the kids think it is totally cool. He made this night magical. We will be asking him to come back again! Thank you for making this LAST minute request a wonderful evening.
Santa Richard Knapp you are amazing! Three of the four kids being a little shy at first, you warmed them up and we got awesome pictures….even the 17 month old! I had goosebumps when you read The Night Before Christmas” and one of the mom’s cried. It was magical for us!!! Hoping we can have you come see us again next year!! Thank you and have a very merry Christmas!
This Santa and Mrs. Claus were absolutely amazing. Santa read a story to the kids and took several pictures with everyone; of which he was ready for every single picture! He was calm, easy going and inviting; even for shy kids that were extremely unsure. Did I mention he looked just like Santa! At the end of the evening, he ate cookies and milk with the children and they got a huge kick out of it! It was a phenomenal evening and I will definitely be using him again; as you should as well! Thank you again Santa and Mrs. Claus !
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
Humbly I say thank you... The cookies were GREAT.
Santa Claus Richard Knapp is fantastic! He was responsive, timely, and great with the children!! We would absolutely use him again!
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
Humbly I say thank you for the kind words. Have a Blessed Christmas.
He was wonderful! He was great with the young children. There were some who were afraid of him, and he drew them in and captivated them with his charm and kind demeanor. They were sitting on his lap and giving him high fives before he left.
Richard showed up right on time, was well prepared, and our 100 or so children at the child care center had a great time. Richard shared a story with the children and even taught them some Christmas sign language. Before using Richard we had another regularly scheduled Santa that we had used for approximately 20 years and retired. We hope to have Richard visit the center for the next 20 years.
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
Humbly I say thank you for the wonderful review.
We absolutely LOVED this Santa. He and his Mrs. Claus were utterly magical. They read a story to the children, taught them some Christmas sign language, and handed out some gifts that we provided. They took the time to take as many pictures as we wanted, and they ended by singing Jingle Bells. I truly, truly cannot recommend this Santa enough. I believe he is the "real deal." I hope to be able to hire him for many more Christmas events in the future!
Santa Richard was amazing and we loved him. He read stories to the children and was so jolly to be around! Santa Richard is welcome become to The Emilia School Gahanna anytime!
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
I humbly say thank you.
Best Santa ever!!!
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
Humbly I say thank you.
Santa Richard was amazing. From his entrance to his departure. He had the children’s attention the entire time!
Santa was great—very engaging w/our 4 & 7 yr old granddaughters! I think they totally believed in the Christmas “magic”! Only suggestion would be for Mrs Claus to be more interactive w/Santa & kids—in what way I guess that’s for u guys to plan for next Christmas !
This was an awesome experience for my family. My nieces and nephews loved it. The details of names of the children and the “Nice List” certificate certainly set it over the top. Will probably make them behave a little more badly over the year however plan on booking mid July to set them straight again. Can’t thank these folks enough they are awesome.
They were fantastic!!!
Would highly recommend them and will more than likely use them again in the future.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Our kids and guests were so exited from the moment you and Mrs walked in the door. They had the best experience. I love how you interacted with the children. You really brought the spirit back into the hearts of everyone! The children loved listening to the story book and singing songs. They loved talking with you and taking pictures. We cannot thank you enough. Such a great experience!
We booked Richard because of the amazing job he did at the Columbus zoo in previous years. The communication Richard provided prior to his arrival helped create a safe (due to the virus) and fun experience for all. Richard was on time, friendly and I never felt like I was on a time schedule. All of our guests thought Richard was great as well.
Mrs. Claus was equally great and friendly. Together they make a great team for any event.
I will definitely use Richard in the future for any event that requires a Santa.
Santa and Mrs. Claus did an amazing job. He was very easy to work with and did an absolutely amazing job with the kids. We had all ages. The kids who were at the age where they are starting to question Santa left knowing without a doubt that not only is Santa real, but the Santa they just met was the one and only real Santa. He was so incredibly kind and genuine with the kids which is what stood out the most to me. I highly recommend him especially for children.
Santa and Mrs Claus were so magical! They looked the part, had certificates for each kid, and were great with the kids. Thank you making it such a memorable event!
Can’t express how wonderful Santa and Mrs. Claus were! They created such memorable moments for us all! Truly examples of the Christmas Spirit! I would highly recommend this pair for all your Santa visits!
Best Santa performance we’ve ever had. We’ll be booking Richard every year he’s available.
We've had Santa Richard Knapp at two of our parties over the past few years, and it's always such a fun experience!!! Kids love it! Adults love it!
Absolutely the best Santa I have ever seen!!! So personable with everyone. This is the second year we have had him do our employee Christmas party and we will do it again. Mr and Mrs Santa are the best.
Santa Knapp and Mrs. Claus were spectacular! So authentic. I think he really is Santa Claus. They were very easy to work, kind and great with the kids, young or old.
Santa did an amazing job. He read a story and truly knew how to make even the most shy kiddos feel a little more comfortable with him. The music box was perfect :-) He was so jolly and fitting I could almost bring myself to believe that Santa was standing in front of me.
Mrs. Claus was sweet and pretty but could have been a bit more engaging please.
Thank you Santa and Mrs. Claus for joying our little party. We look forward to having you back next year.
Best Santa Claus ever hands down! Made believers out of my kids and my friends kids. We will be booking him every year that he will have us.
Santa and Mrs. Claus did not disappoint. The experience was magical upon arrival. He knew my children’s names and interacted with each child. This is a must!! We can’t thank him enough!
Very professional. Had a great time
We loved the personal interaction with the kids. We recommend this Santa!
Santa clause Richard Knapp was the best I have had seen. His kindness with the kids was just overwhelming. We had 3 or 4 little ones that had been scared to death of Santa’s BUT with this Santa everyone of them ended up sitting on his lap !!! The best entertainment we have ever had. Thank you again gig salad and Richard Knapp.
Santa Richard Knapp and his wife were excellent! They were so friendly and sweet to our employees and their families. We will definitely hire them again for our company event.
Santa and Mrs .Claus were great . There was a glitch with the address . Santa went to the address from last year . It all worked out though .
Our day care had an "Evening with Santa" . All of the children and their families loved Santa Richard and Mrs. Claus.
Santa did a great job at our corporate event. He was in-character the entire time and had a very friendly personality. The addition of Mrs. Claus was a nice touch. Would recommend Santa Clause Richard Knapp for anyone looking for a great Santa.
To anyone out there who wants to make their children's Christmas extra special should definitely hire Richard Knapp. They did a wonderful job and I can't say enough nice things!
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
humbly I say thank you for the kind words. Happy New Year
Santa Richard was awesome and helped make our Christmas one of the best ones ever. He entertained everyone from the 10 month old to the adults. Will definitely be contacting him again in the future!
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
Humbly I say thank you. Happy New Year!
Great ! Santa looks authentic and is patient and calm with the little ones .
Response from Santa Claus Richard Knapp:
Debbie, thank you. You have a very special home. We could feel the love when we entered. May God Bless you all.
My kids were fascinated. Both Mr and Mrs clause are amazing and my kids were in love. Awesome experience. Creating great childhood memories. Couldn't give a higher recommendation or I would. Loved it.
Santa Richard was top notch! I hired Santa for my son's 4th birthday party and my expectations were exceeded. Mr and Mrs Claus came in singing jingle bells, then read a story to the kids, passed out gifts to kids and allowed plenty of photo opportunities! I plan to hire Santa Richard again next year if I'm lucky enough to get on his schedule!
Santa Richard Knapp and his lovely wife were the talk of our Children's Holiday Party. Everyone absolutely loved them and the way they interacted with the children and the zoo animals presented. We will definitely book them again!
My kids saw him at the Columbus zoo. There was no line and he spent over an hour talking with them, telling stories, he even had a really old looking book where the kids helped find their names on his list! He touched my sons nose and lit it up red like Rudolph! It was magical for our family! Made this Mommy tear up to watch my babies and they way they looked at him!
Great with kids! Made parents laugh. A Christian heart for Christmas.
Santa Clause Richard was amazing! He and Mrs.Santa brought joy to everyone at my house from the 19 children to the 14 adults! IT was a magical time and went up and above my highest expectations! Thanks Santa!!! Merry Christmas!
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Insurance: $2,000,000 - Entertainer
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November 23, 2023 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | House Party |
December 25, 2022 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Surprise |
December 21, 2022 • 9:00am - 1:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 18, 2022 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 17, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | Christmas Party |
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December 05, 2022 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 23, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Surprise |
December 21, 2021 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
December 19, 2021 • 10:30am - 11:15am | Christmas Party |
December 18, 2021 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 17, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 16, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 12, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | House Party |
December 11, 2021 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
November 28, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Surprise |
November 22, 2021 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Fundraiser |
December 24, 2020 • 3:30pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 19, 2020 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Cocktail Party |
December 16, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
December 14, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Surprise |
December 13, 2020 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 13, 2020 • 2:30pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 12, 2020 • 7:00pm - 7:45pm | Christmas Party |
December 11, 2020 • 11:30am - 1:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 09, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Personal Occasion |
December 06, 2020 • 9:00am - 12:00pm | Studio Session |
November 29, 2020 • 9:00am - 12:00pm | Studio Session |
November 13, 2020 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Christmas Party |
December 22, 2019 • 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Surprise |
December 14, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | House Party |
December 13, 2019 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 07, 2019 • 3:30pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
November 27, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
November 14, 2019 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
July 27, 2019 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 22, 2018 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 19, 2018 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 16, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 15, 2018 • 10:00am - 10:30am | Christmas Party |
December 11, 2018 • 8:00pm - 8:45pm | Christmas Party |
December 08, 2018 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | Fundraiser |
December 08, 2018 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | House Party |
December 08, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 08, 2018 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Christmas Party |
December 06, 2018 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Christmas Party |
November 25, 2018 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Personal Occasion |
December 24, 2017 • 8:30pm - 9:15pm | Christmas Party |
December 23, 2017 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Personal Occasion |
December 23, 2017 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | House Party |
December 21, 2017 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 21, 2017 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | School Assembly |
December 18, 2017 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 17, 2017 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 14, 2017 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 14, 2017 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 07, 2017 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Corporate Event |
November 19, 2017 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
December 24, 2016 • 5:00pm - 5:45pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 23, 2016 • 8:00pm - 8:15pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 23, 2016 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 18, 2016 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 18, 2016 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
December 17, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 12, 2016 • 5:00pm - 5:30pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 09, 2016 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Surprise |
December 04, 2016 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
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March 02, 2016 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Prank/Surprise |
December 22, 2015 • 9:00am - 12:30pm | Studio Session |
December 19, 2015 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 13, 2015 • 1:00pm - 1:30pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 12, 2015 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | House Party |
December 06, 2015 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
November 29, 2015 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
November 22, 2015 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
December 21, 2014 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 20, 2014 • 1:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 13, 2014 • 4:00pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
December 03, 2014 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 25, 2013 • 8:30am - 9:00am | Other |
December 21, 2013 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 14, 2013 • 5:30pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 07, 2013 • 4:30pm - 8:30pm | Private Party |
Carrie K. said “Santa was really engaged and told lots of cute stores to keep the kids entertained. He was just adorable and so kind!”
Brittney L. said “He was absolutely wonderful and we look forward to booking him again next year! Took his time with every kid and was very patient and endearing.”
Tresa B. said “Santa Craig was on time and very professional. He had a great costume and was a very realistic Santa. When we had less than expected kids show up to the…”
Luke H. said “Words can’t begin to express how great Santa Eddie was! He truly embodies the true Santa spirit. All of the kids were so surprised and shocked the real…”