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I'm Santa Skip, a real bearded Santa, and I'm available for your Christmas Holiday event.
Children want candy canes, but Parents want great photos of their children with Santa, and that's what I do best. My goal is to help you create cherished photo memories with your family, friends & guests. Together we will make your Christmas Event full of wonderful lifetime memories.
Please take a moment to read my 5-star reviews; I think you will be glad you did.
I'm Santa Skip, and I want to be your Santa Claus this Christmas.
I look forward to hearing from you and being your Santa Claus.
Best Regards,
Santa Skip
43 Reviews
I can't thank Santa Skip enough for bringing such smiles and a feel of holiday magic. You truly are a magical Santa. We can't wait to see you again next year.
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Response from Santa Skip:
You are so kind and so generous, I had a blast at your dealership, the people you work with are the best, happy new year to you and I look forward to seeing you again next year as well
Santa Skip
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Had Santa slip at our Chiropractic office for our event and he was awesome!! He is way better than any other mall or imposter he is the real santa!! Highly recommend!!! Thanks so much Santa Skip!!!
Look-Alike, Santa Claus
Professional in every way. Highly recommend for any party! Great costume too.
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Santa Skip arrived at our house party after driving through torrential rain for at least an hour. We appreciate his dedication to get to our event. He was a fantastic Santa! He surprised our guests and was eager to have photos taken with everyone! Great job, Santa! We all loved the appearance!! Thank you!!
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Santa Skip did an amazing job working with all 250 students! He made each interaction meaningful, special, and memorable. He was easy to work with and made our event go off without a hitch. Thank you Santa Skip!
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Santa Skip was amazing! He was very friendly with all of our students and families.
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Santa Skip was so great. We had a small group of kids with lots of Adults and he brought the magic to everyone! We loved him so much slwe are already planning to have him back next year. He was a great communicator and was so helpful to first time Santa party moms.
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We love Santa Skip! Our grandkids ands kids look forward to seeing him year after year! Can’t wait to share our professional photos! For now some candid ones as a sneak peak!
He is a true professional and works extremely well with photographers. I highly recommend him! 👏👏👏
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100% Recommended
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Santa Skip did an amazing job for us on Christmas day at our home. He learned the kids names and some of the gifts they received prior to the event and talked to them about it when he got there. He arrived exactly on time. We look forward to having him visit again next year.
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Response from Santa Skip:
Robert, thank you so much for your kind words and I had such a great time this evening with your family and extended family. Such wonderful people. Merry Christmas to you all.
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Santa Skip was incredibly kind and just embodied the Christmas spirit to the fullest. We loved having him over. Kids and adults enjoyed his company all the same, and we would definitely love to have him visit us again.
If you're wondering if you should hire him, please do! He's a wonderful person and will make your Christmas that much better :)
Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Response from Santa Skip:
I had the most fun with the loveliest people. It was a family and extended family and they were all so wonderful. Thank you Maria for such a wonderful evening and allowing me to be part of your family celebration.
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Santa Skip was a joy to work with! Arrived on time and in character and continued to engage children and staff even during slower periods of the event. Will be asking him to return next year. Highly recommend!
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We are an immediate care facility that cares for intellectually challenged individuals. Santa Skip was great! He took he time to speak with all of our Residents and take photos with them. Santa also entertained the party with his cheerful laugh, jokes, and warm spirit. We would defiantly ask for Santa Skip again!
Thank you!
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Santa skip was accommodating/ on time! Skip looked so much like Santa and spent time talking to our guests.
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He was great and the kids loved him.
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Santa Skip receives 5 stars in all categories. His appearance was incredible from his suit to his real beard and everything in between, he was perfect. He was prepared to give our son with autism the time he needed and was loving and patient. We had so much fun taking pictures and making memories. Communication and punctuality were perfect. He gave our family a wonderful afternoon and I would recommend him highly. Thank you Santa Skip! Until next time...
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Response from Santa Skip:
Kimberly, your family is the happiest, most photogenic, and most fun family I visit all year, and it's all because of you. You are the best mother, grandmother & hostess anyone could ever ask for.
Thank you for inviting me to be a part of your Airstream Holiday Family Party!
Best Wishes and Merry Christmas,
Santa Skip
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Santa skip was amazing! He made all of my guests feel welcome and at home. He was fun to talk to and engaged with every single guest at my party. I would recommend him highly to anyone looking for a wonderful Santa for their event! Thank you Santa Skip!!
Holiday Entertainment
Response from Santa Skip:
Kim, your party was a Blast! All of your guests wanted to photograph with Santa Claus, and your family was wonderful. It was such an enjoyable event. Thank you so much for your kind words,
Santa, Skip.
Santa Skip arrived on time, and he looked so realistic! He exceeded our expectations and interacted with our community so well. We will definitely be booking him again next year. He also brought along Mrs. Claus (I think you have to request this separately) and she was great as well! I was blown away from their characters. Amazing job!!
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Response from Santa Skip:
What a wonderful festival, the folks I worked with were absolutely delightful and accommodating. The guests were so happy and the kids loved being photographed. We had a great time, Mrs. Claus, and I.
He makes an awesome Santa. Great Santa laugh as well
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Response from Santa Skip:
Thank you Megan, it was a pleasure being your Santa Claus.
Skip was amazing, voice, act, disposition, care and understanding- he had it all.
Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
We had a wonderful experience with Santa Skip. We've booked others in the past, and his was so memorable, we book every year again and again. He's such a pleasure to be around and the kids love him :-)
Actor, Holiday Entertainment, Look-Alike, Sound-Alike, Santa Claus
Response from Santa Skip:
Geri Sanchez is one of the most generous people I’ve ever met. She creates a Grand Christmas festival for everyone in all of her surrounding neighborhoods. She bring Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus for photos with a photographer, and an enormous, 50 foot Lighted Christmas tree and gives treats and drinks for the children …ALL for FREE! which is always for hundreds of people. She is a wonderful, generous person.
Thank you Geri Sanchez
This is our second year with Santa Skip and he never disappoints. The kids loved him. We even Zoomed with one of our grandsons who couldn't make it this year to Fort De Soto Campground and Santa jumped right in and made him part of the event. He is so personable and with his superb radio voice and his perfect Santa beard, he hit it our of the park or should I say campground again!
Thanks Santa! See you next year...Ho Ho Ho!
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Santa Skip was the perfect person to complete our Christmas. He was prompt and lit up the room from start to finish. I wouldn't have realized how important personality and stature are being Santa in someone's home with close family and friends. This role is more than the suit plus having a real beard! His expressions were priceless for pictures. He did amazing with our 9-month-old daughter. We even got happy smiling baby photos! Santa Skip made splurging 100% worth it... by far a fulfilling experience!!
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Response from Santa Skip:
I loved this family and their extended family. It was a great pleasure to visit and celebrate Christmas with them. And the baby was precious and what an active 9 mon. old...whew! How even two parents kept up with her was beyond me! The visit was one of my all-time favorites. Thank you so much for allowing me into your Christmas Holiday.
Best regards,
Santa Skip
Santa Skip is the real deal. He was fantastic with the kids (10 months to 5) and got the parents and grandparents in on the fun. Handed out gifts, read a story, great pictures, and answered all the kids question about his sleigh and reindeer. You will not be disappointed. (The little kids are not mine so could not share pictures, but they are super cute.)
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He came and made my proposal so special it felt like the real Santa came to my house lol he was great the whole family loved him oh and he was on time def would book him again santa skip rocks !
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He is amazing! Our family was delighted to have him here! All children and adults loved to talk to Santa, sing, take pictures, we even danced! He is perfect! His clothes are very realistic too! 100% satisfied!
Actor, Costumed Character, Holiday Entertainment, Look-Alike, Sound-Alike, Voice Actor, Santa Claus
Response from Santa Skip:
I was treated like a rockstar from the moment I walked in the door. Dozens of screaming and happy children greeted me along with dozens of parents and grandparents and aunts and uncles. I have never had such a welcome. The Brazilian people are absolutely delightful and full of fun and excitement. I had such a wonderful time
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If you’re looking for a Santa visit for whatever the event is, DONT LOOK ANY FURTHER! Santa skip is the most incredible one out there!!! He made the children I had at my home absolutely in awe! Took his time interacting with each child and was phenomenal!!! I’m so happy I found him! I will make sure I book him every year from here on!!! Thanks Santa Skip! The Viveiros Family loves you!!!
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Response from Santa Skip:
I had such a blast with your family. The kids were so much fun and I even got a gymnastics show from the boys on the trampoline. Your family is so sweet and lots of fun.
Thank you so much for making me part of your family event.
Santa Skip
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We loved our visit from Santa Skip- kids and adults all enjoyed his time at our home! We are looking forward to keeping this tradition for years to come!
Santa Claus
Santa Skip was amazing! Highly recommended!
Costumed Character
Response from Santa Skip:
What a great event this was. Eric has a grand restaurant and a gracious staff. He held a "Brunch with Santa," and the room filled with Joy and Laughter from not just the kids but the parents and grandparents too. The food was scrumptious, and the atmosphere was Merry.
Thank you, Eric, for a great afternoon, and please tell all who worked the brunch Santa says 'Thank You.'
Best regards,
Santa Skip
Santa Skip was amazing, he was very accommodating when he knew that the Santa gig was going to be outdoors, he came up with the great idea to do a Tropical Santa at the location! (We are a beach front restaurant). He was great with the customers and kids. Will definitely hire him again next year. Thanks Santa Skip!
Costumed Character
Response from Santa Skip:
Talk about accomodating, Caddy's restaurant wanted a Santa Claus, and they loved the idea of Santa being more like their theme; it worked out better than we ever imagined. By the way, if you are ever on Treasure Island in St. Pete, don't miss this remarkable place. Caddy's is better than a great time! The beach is beautiful, the staff is gracious, the food is excellent, and the drinks are...well, FANTASTIC! Fun was had by all!
Thank you to Caddy's Treasure Island for a great event and the most fun I have ever had a work!
Santa Skip
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Santa Skip fulfilled every Christmas dream and expectation for helping Brutus and I to 'officiate our bow-vows'. Yes! we celebrated our most unconditional bond in love between pup and owner. It was beautiful and Santa Skip helped make It all as authentic as can possibly be. Everybody enjoyed his presence and photo time too, human and puppydog alike! We will have the fondest memories of a well orchestrated and entertaining most unforgettable event. Cannot thank Santa Skip enough. Thank you GigSalad for our introductions. A dream truly has genuinely come true through you!
Actor, Costumed Character, Holiday Entertainment, Look-Alike, Sound-Alike, Santa Claus
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Cami is the most beautiful and loving friend to her beautiful dogs, and an exceptional friend to her people-friends too. This was a touching event, and I indeed saw unconditional love from and to everyone attending.
All my best wishes to Cami and Brutus!
Santa Skip
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Santa Skip came out to help us with a Christmas party for our church. He was fantastic! I was so pleased with his communication, professionalism, and wonderful personality. We will definitely be booking him again for future events!
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Response from Santa Skip:
Betsy's Party Team were the nicest folks, and the Christmas Party-goers were delightful and so friendly and so much fun. Everyone had a great time. I would love to do their event again next year!!!!
Thanks Santa Skip for making our holiday event a great one! Everyone thought you were the greatest. Thanks for the fabulous tips, fun pictures and fun times! We definitely would love to have Santa Skip be part of any future events and would highly recommend.
CW
Holiday Entertainment
Response from Santa Skip:
This group was fantastic; everyone was in the Holiday spirit, and at one point, we went out on the steps of the office building, and they let folks walking by take photos with Santa. This was a happy and fun group. Everyone had a GREAT time!
Santa skip is the best! I hired Santa skip for our event that is dedicated to our senior patients 65+! They loved him! He was so interactive and had the most upbeat energy and even took time to interact and sing with Elvis during our event.
Thanks again Santa Skip! Cannot wait to work together on more events.
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Response from Santa Skip:
This was one of my FAVORITE events. This team of dedicated folks who care for Seniors, are the best, most active, and caring group I have seen. They care for and are so gracious to their senior customers, and the event was so much fun. A great big thank you to Autumn and her group for a wonderful time. I had a BLAST!
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He is great with kids and able to interact with everybody. He is a professional real beard Santa, and you won't be disappointed with him. He is wonderful! He did a fantastic job with over 200 families attending.
Costumed Character, Holiday Entertainment, Santa Claus
Response from Santa Skip:
I had a great time at Johanan's event! She is the most organized party-thrower ever! She kept the event moving like clockwork; I have never seen such precision keeping folks entertained! I would love to do her events again, so many happy people, kids, and parents. Hurray for Johanan!
Santa Skip was absolutely amazing! He actually arrived a bit ahead of time and was immediately the biggest hit of our event! He looked stunning! His attitude and communication with everyone was fun and memorable! I’m not sure that 5 stars is really enough!
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Response from Santa Skip:
I have great thanks to Tanya Libby and all the folks in the Central Florida Kayak Junkies.
WoW, what a Merry group. This has to be one of the most fun and generous group of folks I have had the pleasure of "Santa Clausing" with, such a happy and cohesive group of revelers, as this was a Toys for Tots event and the toy boxes were over-flowing! Thank you, Central Florida Kayak Junkies for including me , Santa Skip, in your very happy event. Merry Christmas!
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What a Pro! Santa Skip was a hit at our neighborhood holiday party! Handsome as ever with a voice to match and that suit! The kids were mesmerized by his magical charm and I must say, so were the adults. I received feedback all evening from neighbors complimenting our Santa choice this year and he will be our future Santa as well.
Fantastic communication! Thank you Santa Skip!!!!! So happy I found you!
Costumed Character
Response from Santa Skip:
I can genuinely say, a good time was had by all. This neighborhood party was so well planned and attended by the happiest group of folks! I had a blast 'Santa Clausing' for this very fun-loving group. Thank you so much for including me in your Merriment! Merry Christmas to you all, and to all, "Just wait 'till next year! Wooo-Hooo!"
Santa Skip was phenomenal! He was creative, fun & made the kids feel comfortable with him the entire time. If you’re looking for a Santa for your event, look no further because he is amazing & you won’t be disappointed! His facial expressions were awesome, his personality shined through & he listens to instructions, adds in poses through out the event also!! Best Santa experience ever!!
Santa Claus
Response from Santa Skip:
Samantha Black is a skilled photographer and has everything planned right down to the minute. I was proud to be her Santa. She keeps everything low-tech, simple, no-fuss, and straightforward! Her down-home approach to picture taking was as smooth as the runners on Santa's Sleigh. Samantha's photos (see above) capture the real-life essence of her subjects. She believes in the people in her photos showing their real emotions. I loved working with her.
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dSanta Skip was a perfect Santa for our work's holiday event! He traveled to us and from the moment he got out of his car to the moment he got back into it he held character. He was enthusiastic and great with all the kids. He was very professional and had little helpful tips to give the photographer. He truly was the best Santa ever and we received ongoing compliments on our Santa throughout the day. I'd recommend Santa Skip for any and all future holiday events!
Actor, Costumed Character, Look-Alike, Sound-Alike, Santa Claus
Response from Santa Skip:
I loved this event, and Brooklyn was a pleasure to work with. The folks working and attending were fun and oh, so happy to post in a photo with Santa. Brooklyn was a great host(ess)!
Santa Skip was just what we were wanting. He was amazing with the kiddos!! He was diligent with communication and inquiries about the kids before his arrival. Highly suggest him and we how to use him again.
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Response from Santa Skip:
David & Sherry, it was an honor to be your Santa Claus this year. It was a great thing you did for those little ones having Santa Claus hand out the gifts. I had a great time.
And your time with your grandkids is the most important thing in the world and you made memories for them that they will remember forever...and so will you.
I would love to be Santa for them again.
Best regards,
Santa Skip
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Santa Skip was great. He was on time, very professional, and everyone loved him!
Actor, Costumed Character, Holiday Entertainment, Look-Alike, Santa Claus
Response from Santa Skip:
This was a great event, and it was in my hometown. Monica was a wonderful host(ess), and the customers were surprised and delighted to have an impromptu photoshoot with Santa. What a wonderful gift! Thank you to Monica; I would love to be your Santa again!
Santa Skip clearly has experience in acting, radio, photography session and it shows.
He has unquestionably excellent social skills with people of all ages and incredible engagement with children.
He made several creative on the fly suggestions to help the photographer get some amazing shots.
And he travels! We had booked him on Thanksgiving morning. He showed up ahead of time and was ready to go!
Absolutely a perfect Santa for your holiday events! Highly recommend 🎅
Costumed Character
Response from Santa Skip:
Your Family Christmas Party was undoubtedly the best and most unique event I have done! It was so much fun to meet and greet your grandkids and your adult children and do a photoshoot in a lovely Airstream in a beautiful waterfront Camping resort. Everyone will remember this family gathering. You are a wonderful person, mother, and grandmother to create such a memorable time for all. And the family photos are beautiful!
Thank you again for including me in your family's happiness.
Best regards,
Santa Skip
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Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Insurance: $75,000 - Liability
About
Santa Skip has been in the Entertainment Business for over 55 years, starting in Radio at the bright young age of nine. His first time portraying Santa was in 1973 at 16 years old, when he played the "Jolly ol' Elf for his hometown, and was delivered to all the Christmas events on the back of the town Fire Truck. Since then Santa Skip's career has taken him on and off the stage, and in and out of backstage. His years of portraying Santa Claus have given him scores of experience interacting with guests and clients & families. A career in design gave Santa Skip his unique, one-of-a-kind look that shows imagination and creativity, a hallmark of his benefits to set your event apart as Your Santa Claus. Contact Santa Skip for more information, or better still, choose Santa Skip for Your Santa Claus.
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Influences & Inspiration
I have always felt that a more modern-day Santa, in the style of Edmond Gwenn as Santa Claus in the original 1947 Miracle on 34th Street was the best Santa for today. His neatly trimmed beard style was more realistic and believable for children and adults alike.