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Santa Dennis
- Annapolis, MD
- Santa Claus
- Travels up to 1 hours
- Starting at $100/hour
Overview
PERSONALIZED visits with Santa Claus
Using a pre-visit questionaire filled out by the parents I am able to give each child personal attention with knowledge of their favorite sports, pets, siblings, a previous gift they really enjoyed, etc. Their eyes fill with wonder at how Santa's magic works. Visits are in person or virtual using Zoom.
33 Reviews
For the second year in a row, Santa Dennis provided four hours of joy to our community of families with autistic loved ones. I heard so many positive comments about him again throughout our holiday party. Here's a comment one of our volunteers sent:
I also have to say that Santa was AWESOME! I sat and watched as he made sure every single child had their special moment. He was so thoughtful in his interaction with everyone, even helping parents calm their little ones waiting in line—all with such a warm and loving demeanor.
Thank you again Santa Dennis from the bottom of our hearts. We will definitely be in touch again next year - Merry Christmas!
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Santa was great! The kids were so surprised! Made our party so memorable!
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He was professional and the kids loved him!
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Santa Dennis is the real deal! This is our second year working together and he did not disappoint. He is very communicative and friendly. Santa Dennis is charismatic and can work a room! We are so thankful he joined us this past week for our Donuts with Santa event.
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Santa Dennis made the night perfect. I highly recommend and we will be definitely be using him again.
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I have had the privilege of working with Santa Dennis on several events. His passion and ability to bring smiles to children (and adults!) is unmatched. He will continue to be my first call for all Santa needs.
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My family and I had the most wonderful time with Santa Dennis. I was so happy how involved with the event Santa was willing to be and the surprises kept coming. He has the most wonderful and positive attitude and we would recommend him and plan to hire him again in the future! He was such a hit, we received so many compliments on his behalf!!
Santa Dennis came to our school and was a joy to all the staff, parents, and children. He was able to identify exactly what each child needed when he was visiting with them. He could tell if one child would do better with bells and smiles or a calm environment. We heard nothing but wonderful things from everyone that came. We will be reaching out to book him again next holiday season!
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Santa Dennis was great with the kids and with the adults at our party. He even made my little granddaughter who, was a bit scared at the beginning of the visit, be ready to give Santa a hug. Bravo!
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Santa Dennis was truly a saint coming down to Northern VA for a holiday party for families with autistic children and only charging for travel. Everyone loved him. He had some nice touches too with extra decorations, including a mailbox for Santa letters. We would love to have him back next year!
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We had Santa Dennis surprise my daughter and her school friends at a holiday party we hosted. Santa Dennis was amazing! He was great with the little kids, great with the big kids (adults) and truly embodied Santa. The kids were beyond surprised and Santa Dennis is Santa.
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My 9 year old was convinced that this was the real Santa! She said he knew my name! I definitely recommend this Santa!!
Santa Dennis was amazing!
He entertained everyone and was so patient and gentle with the children.
Thank you Santa, we hope to see you again next year!
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Santa Dennis was great, he really brought our event to the next level with his holiday cheer and performance! The photos from the event are amazing; Santa Dennis was a really good sport about taking pictures with the event's attendees. Thank you Santa, Happy Holidays!!!!!
Very friendly and animated. Great with both the kids and adults at our event. Would hire again!
Santa Dennis was absolutely excellent! He interacts and engages with the kids to create a jolly good time.
We will use him again for sure! Thank you!!
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Santa Dennis was go great with the kids, we had him come to our home and surprise the grandchildren ages 6 - 2! He was so amazing with the children!! We had him come last year and knew we had to book him again this year and we were not disappointed. He was so sweet and patient with the kids and we cannot wait to book him again for next year!! He arrived on time and continually stayed in contact with me about his visit.
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Santa Dennis was the PERFECT Santa! He helped even the anxious children feel comfortable. He even read them How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Love his antique sleigh chair, and his mailbox and North Pole signs. We will hire him again next year!
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Santa Dennis brought Christmas joy and excitement for everyone! He also brought his own props which was a plus! Very prompt and professional!
Santa Dennis was very kind, helpful and fun with everyone. He really lifted everyone's spirits and created joyful memories for everyone. I would recommend him and use him again when we want to have such an event again.
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Santa Dennis was amazing and all families and kids loved him. We are always nervous when hiring someone new for an event of this magnitude, but he exceeded our expectations and we hope to have him back next year as well.
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Santa Dennis was on time, kind and respectful. He made all of our photos look great.
We had a lot of happy people at our event because of him!
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Santa Dennis is amazing! He is friendly, charismatic, and understands how important the magic of Christmas is to young children and families. I look forward to working with Santa Dennis in the future!
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I am sure Santa Dennis would have been wonderful. I look forward to seeing him at another event mid-December.
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Wonderful, friendly Santa who interacted well with all and was very patient.
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He was amazing!!!
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SANTA DENNIS IS THE BEST! 100% Recommended
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Who wouldn't love Santa Dennis! He was a great communicator from booking until event. His ability to adapt to the situation created an exceptional experience (moody kids, crying kids, scared kids, etc) He just stepped up and took charge- it took pressure off the parents. Dennis has career in aviation- so he has dealt with all kinds of people- all ages and situations , he is truly a professional.
Santa was amazing. He far surpassed any of my expectations. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of one of the best I’ve seen. I will be happy to invite him back in years to come. Thanks again Santa for keeping the magic alive.
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Santa Dennis was amazing with the kids ages 1-5 years old. We had him come visit with our grandchildren and he was just AMAZING! He was so patient with the kids and they just loved him. He walked in the house jingling his bells and the kids were so excited! We teach the kids about Baby Jesus as well as enjoying Santa and I expressed this to him and he spoke to the kids about this and they listened so intently! He read them a book we coordinated together about Baby Jesus and St. Nick and it was just so adorable watching the children sitting around him listening so intently. Santa Dennis is awesome, and we will definitely use him again:)
I love Santa so I have taken my kids to see a ton of Santa Clauses, and this was by far the best one. Santa Dennis sent a questionnaire before coming so he could learn all about the kids, so when he was talking to them he already knew their favorites shows, sports, elf on the shelf names, etc. He even asked in the questionnaire what kids got last year that they loved so he could ask them how they liked last years gifts. He stayed longer than he was scheduled for and even in the end asked if there was any other questions or pictures we would like to ask or take. He truly loves being Santa and certainly fits the part. Him visiting my kids in our home was truly one of the most experiences I have had with my children. I will be calling him again to schedule a visit next year!
Santa Dennis was absolutely amazing!
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Booking Info
Price Range: Starting at $100/hour
Gig Length: 20 - 480 minutes
Languages: English, Accents
What to Expect
Prior to the visit I send out a brief questionaire. The parents share as much info as they are comfortable with. This enables me to be much more personal and knowing when conversing with the children. It definitely increases the wow factor and the children's sense of wonder.
About
Greetings! I am proud to say that I'm not just a fat man in a red suit. When I put on the suit, I AM Santa. I especially enjoy talking with the kids and hearing their Christmas wishes and dreams. I bring an antique sleigh seat for the kids and I to sit on. I also have a portable North Pole including a special mail box for the letters to Santa. ( A good ice-breaker for the children that are initially a little shy to approach me)
Expirienced Santa for many years. Four years ago I decided to transition to a Real Beard Santa. I find it much more real and personal for the children. It is much easier to talk and communicate with facial expressions!
I look forward to hearing from you. Let me know if you have any questions.
Merry Christmas!
Additional Booking Notes
I bring an antique sleigh seat to sit upon. It's stable, roomy, and photogenic! I'm very flexible as to timing, entrance and exit, joining in songs, and love to read a story.
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
December 21, 2024 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
December 21, 2024 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 21, 2024 • 8:30pm - 10:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 22, 2024 • 9:00am - 10:30am | Christmas Party |
December 22, 2024 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
December 22, 2024 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | Zoom |
December 23, 2024 • 10:00am - 11:00am | 27 Emerson Rd, Severna Park MD 21146 |
December 23, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Christmas Party |
Past Booked Events
December 20, 2024 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 20, 2024 • 11:00am - 12:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 19, 2024 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 18, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Creekstone Village |
December 17, 2024 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Holiday Party |
December 16, 2024 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Faye Powers |
December 15, 2024 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 15, 2024 • 10:00am - 3:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 14, 2024 • 9:30pm - 11:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 14, 2024 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Christmas Party |
December 14, 2024 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 13, 2024 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Cheers and Spirits/SPCA Arnold MD |
December 13, 2024 • 12:30pm - 2:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 13, 2024 • 8:00am - 10:00am | Christmas Party |
December 12, 2024 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 11, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | 118 5th Ave SW, Glen Burnie, MD 21061 |
December 09, 2024 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Cheryl Nelson |
December 09, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Home Visit 7960 Cobbler Lane, Pasadena MD 21122 |
December 08, 2024 • 10:00am - 4:00pm | Jerel Davis |
December 07, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
December 07, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | 7622 Stoney View Dr, Glen Burnie MD 21060 |
December 07, 2024 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Charlie the Beekeeper |
December 07, 2024 • 9:00am - 11:00am | Nonprofit Event |
December 04, 2024 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 04, 2024 • 12:00pm - 2:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 03, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Maegan |
December 02, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Maegan Supple |
December 01, 2024 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
November 30, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Christmas Party |
November 24, 2024 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
October 19, 2024 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Annapolis Sailing School |
September 02, 2024 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Personal Occasion |
December 25, 2023 • 9:30am - 10:30am | House Party |
December 23, 2023 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 21, 2023 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 20, 2023 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Creekstone Village |
December 20, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 19, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Yvonne's Grandkids |
December 19, 2023 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 17, 2023 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 17, 2023 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Community Garden |
December 17, 2023 • 9:00am - 11:00am | Christmas Party |
December 16, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
December 16, 2023 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 16, 2023 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 16, 2023 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Christina Tribble |
December 15, 2023 • 11:00pm - 11:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 15, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Cheers and Spirits/SPCA |
December 15, 2023 • 8:00am - 10:00am | Christmas Party |
December 14, 2023 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
December 13, 2023 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 12, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Paint with Santa |
December 11, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 11, 2023 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Krista Lee |
December 10, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Ripton Marini 10216 Gardiner Drive, |
December 10, 2023 • 11:00am - 1:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 10, 2023 • 8:30am - 1:00pm | Fundraiser |
December 09, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 09, 2023 • 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Festival |
December 09, 2023 • 9:00am - 1:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 08, 2023 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | School Assembly |
December 08, 2023 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 08, 2023 • 7:30am - 9:30am | Restaurant/Bar Event |
December 07, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Inez |
December 05, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Paint with Santa |
December 03, 2023 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | Zoom |
December 03, 2023 • 10:00am - 4:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
December 02, 2023 • 8:30pm - 10:30pm | Cocktail Party |
December 02, 2023 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Personal Occasion |
December 02, 2023 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Concert |
December 02, 2023 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Fundraiser |
December 02, 2023 • 9:00am - 11:00am | Campus Event |
November 12, 2023 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Photos with the Vittys |
December 29, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Monument Group |
December 24, 2022 • 3:00pm - 3:30pm | QUOTED Nikki |
December 23, 2022 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | QUOTED Ashley Valis |
December 23, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Monument Group |
December 23, 2022 • 4:00pm - 4:30pm | House Party |
December 23, 2022 • 8:00am - 9:00am | QUOTED Ashley M |
December 22, 2022–December 23, 2022 • 8:30pm - 9:30pm | Santa Zoom |
December 22, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Monument Group |
December 22, 2022 • 12:00pm - 4:30pm | Cultural Event |
December 21, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | QUOTED Alisa |
December 21, 2022 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 21, 2022 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 20, 2022 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Yvonne's Grandkids |
December 18, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:30pm | ZOOM with Cheryl Nelson |
December 18, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Zoom Visit |
December 18, 2022 • 1:30pm - 2:15pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
December 18, 2022 • 10:00am - 11:00am | Nonprofit Event |
December 17, 2022 • 10:00pm - 10:30pm | QUOTED Carrisa speakeasy |
December 17, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
December 17, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | QUOTED Trina |
December 17, 2022 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Santa Zoom with Doug Tilley |
December 16, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Surprise |
December 16, 2022 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Monument with Jaimie Fowler |
December 16, 2022 • 9:00am - 2:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 15, 2022 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | BWI Party |
December 14, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | QUOTED Marissa |
December 14, 2022 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Santa Visit |
December 13, 2022 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | QUOTED Sharon F for Homeless Shelter |
December 11, 2022 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Santa Zoom |
December 11, 2022 • 9:30am - 10:00am | Surprise |
December 10, 2022 • 10:00pm - 11:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 10, 2022 • 9:00am - 12:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
December 09, 2022 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Monument with Jaimie Fowler |
December 09, 2022 • 8:30am - 9:30am | PT with Laura |
December 08, 2022 • 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Santa Visit |
December 07, 2022 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm | Zoom |
Influences & Inspiration
Santa Claus
The myths as well as the actual origin stories
The magic of Christmas
Christmas Spirit
Setup Requirements
A place to stand; I'll bring a place to sit!