Christmas is all about the magic of the season and seeing the smiles and excitement on both the children’s faces and their parents. I am a real-bearded, year-round Santa from the Des Moines-area and have donned the red suit for more than 7 years. I have served as Santa for many high-end events, to include Breakfast with Santa at The Tea Room (Des Moines), and the Des Moines Holiday Boutique at the Iowa Events Center. While I can be your Santa for private/corporate parties, or during home visits, I'm also well-versed in video production, and can be "that" Santa for commercials/videos, as well as video visits.
He was so nice and friendly to thebiids
Imagination Street, an indoor children’s play space, hosted a holiday event for families and Santa Duff was the guest of honor. He was fantastic from start to finish. He interacted with children in our play space, took plenty of photos and had special visits with child, and read a few Christmas stories. It couldn’t have gone better and we received awesome feedback from our guests including children who said he was the best Santa! Thanks Santa Duff! We hope to see you again next year!
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Santa Duff was the best! He came with his nice list, books to read, and a holiday activity. The children really liked him. Thank you!
Santa Duff did a great job. Would definitely use him again!
Santa Duff attended our Holiday Brunch (over 300 people) and he was awesome! Santa Duff was professional, great with all ages, and very easy to work with.
Santa Duff did an amazing job at our company Christmas party. This is the second year he's come to our party and he's the first person we will try to book next year. He really takes the time to make every child feel special, which we appreciate so much!
Santa Duff was wonderful. He was so good with the kids! We highly recommend him!
Response from Santa Duff:
Thank you so much for the kind words. I truly had a wonderful time in visiting with your family.
Santa Duff was the best!!! It was the best experience and even the big kids are requesting Santa Duff for next year!
Santa Duff was perfect for our holiday brunch at our venue! He interacted so well with both the kids and adults, and even brought along books to read to the kids at the end. Once everyone had gotten through the photo line he walked around and interacted with everyone as well. I would highly recommend him for any of your holiday events!
Santa Duff did a great job and took time to greet each child, let them sit on his lap and read them a story ! Kids loved it !
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Santa Duff was an amazing addition to our Christmas party! The kids enjoyed seeing him and he engaged with all the staff and their families making them all feel special. Definitely would recommend him to anyone looking to bring the spirit of Christmas to their holiday gathering!
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Santa Duff was a great additional to our event. He was very flexible, did everything we asked and provided a great atmosphere and experience for everyone that attended. Will book him again in the future!
Santa Duff was AMAZING! He took so much time and care talking to all of the children and making then feel so special! We look forward to him returning next year!
Santa Duff looked the part! Got several comments that he was a great Santa. He initiated a lot of the communication and put an emphasis on customer service. He even weathered 20degree temperature so he could be on the sleigh next to the reindeer.
Price Range: $125 and up
Gig Length: 60 - 150 minutes
Languages: English
Christmas is all about the children, so they are my priority. I can meet with the children individually, pose for photos, read a story, hand out (provided) gifts, host games, or even help decorate cookies.
I became a professional Santa after retirement from the U.S. Army, following 37 years of military service. I have a valid background check, as I work at an elementary school, and am registered through the SAFESPORT program of USA Track and FIeld.
I have served as Santa for many high-end events, to include the Breakfast with Santa at The Tea Room (Des Moines), and the Des Moines Holiday Boutique at the Iowa Events Center.
| December 22, 2024 • 8:30am - 10:30am | Christmas Party |
| December 13, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Christmas Party |
| December 13, 2024 • 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Christmas Party |
| November 23, 2024 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Fundraiser |
| November 15, 2024 • 11:00am - 3:00pm | Festival |
| December 24, 2023 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | House Party |
| December 23, 2023 • 6:00pm - 6:45pm | Christmas Party |
| December 16, 2023 • 9:30am - 1:30pm | Christmas Party |
| December 10, 2023 • 10:00am - 1:30pm | Christmas Party |
| December 09, 2023 • 11:30am - 12:15pm | Christmas Party |
| December 02, 2023 • 11:00am - 2:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| November 23, 2023 • 10:30am - 11:30am | Personal Occasion |
| December 24, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
| December 23, 2022 • 4:30pm - 4:45pm | Christmas Party |
| December 22, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
| December 17, 2022 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Christmas Party |
| December 17, 2022 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Christmas Party |
| December 11, 2022 • 11:30am - 12:15pm | Corporate Event |
| December 10, 2022 • 9:00am - 11:30am | Christmas Party |
| December 03, 2022 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Festival |
| November 18, 2022 • 3:30pm - 7:00pm | Grand Opening |
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