Ho, ho, ho! As we ring in the New Year, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for inviting me to be part of your holiday celebrations through GigSalad. It was truly a joy to spread cheer and make magical memories with you and your loved ones.
Your support means the world to me, and I hope the warmth of this past holiday season lingers in your hearts well into 2025. May this New Year bring you joy, laughter, and endless reasons to celebrate! As you plan for the holidays later this year, I hope to once again bring the magic of Christmas to your gatherings.
Thank you for making this Santa’s journey so special, and here’s to a New Year filled with love and laughter.
He was great with our students and was jolly as can be!
Response from The Real Kringle:
Thank you so much, Danielle. I am looking forward to working with the team and visiting with the kids next year. Hope you have a wonderful 2025!
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He did great as usual.
Response from The Real Kringle:
Thank you so much, Lu Ann. I had so much fun being part of your event. I am looking forward to working with you again in 2025. Have a great 2025.
Great experience
Response from The Real Kringle:
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was so much fun for me to be part of your event. Have a wonderful New Year! Hope to see you again in 2025.
The real Kringle made our Christmas. The kids were delighted!
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The Real Krinkle looked amazing and he did a wonderful job at our party for our residents living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia at our assisted living community.
Response from The Real Kringle:
Thank you so much. I gained so much happiness and joy from meeting you and your residents. I hope you and all the friends I made have a Merry Christmas.
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We worked with The Real Kringle for our Studio Christmas minis and had a wonderful experience. The Real Kringle is incredibly kind and works well with all children. I plan to reach out again in the future.
Response from The Real Kringle:
Thank you so much, Grace, for sharing these photos! They are beautiful.
For anyone looking for a photographer for pictures of any kind -- but especially Christmas photos -- Grace Segura and Honey Creek Photography should be on your list. Give her a call when you need those perfect family photos.
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We love the Real Kringle! He is so authentic and the kids absolutely loved him again!
The Real Kringle is one of the best Santa's I worked with! Everyone was so pleased with his presence and friendly smiles! He made a great addition to our Christmas in July event, and we definitely look forward to booking him again!
Response from The Real Kringle:
Thank you so much. I had a blast. Hope to work with your team again soon!
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We were SOOO pleased with The Real Kringle! He even came out early in the week to be sure he knew our address and would be right on time. Everyone from 2 yrs old to 93 just loved his festive style and big “Ho,Ho,Ho’s!!! He’s the real deal, allright! It just made our Christmas unforgettable!!! His suit was beautiful and his friendly nature was perfect for the baby. He loved him!!!! Thank you!!!!!
Santa and Mrs Claus were the cat’s meow on Sundown Parkway when they surprised the children as they played outside!! Everyone swarmed around their legs pulling and tugging on their gold bordered red cloaks! The children led them into a giant sized snowglobe to throw snowballs together and take photos! Santa was so sweet to help Mrs Claus get through the 3 zipper compartments with her robes and hat! Mrs. Claus brought her delicious cookies and her secret cookie receipt to share with the children! After playing outside and talking with the parents, Santa and Mrs Santa went inside and read an interactive Christmas story about Christmas in Austin! It was an exciting and lively experience with our 9 grandchildren!! Thank you very much Santa and Mrs, Claus!
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At the Meals on Wheels Central Texas holiday party and the person who played Chris Kringle (or Santa Claus) was amazing and caring with all the kids. He really got into the Santa Claus role and made each child feel unique. It was wonderful to see the joy on each child's face. There were 54 kids at this event. When he came and the children saw him walking down the dirt road, they ran towards him. He was soon surrounded by all these kids shouting his name. He paused, waved, listened carefully, and spoke kindly with every child before going into the building, where he would sit and chat with the kids and give them a small gift and candy cane. The adults loved him too!
His performance was excellent and enhanced the festive mood of the party. I would strongly recommend him for any future events.
Wow!!! The Real Kringle is the real deal! Santa was so incredibly awesome and engaged with every child, even the scared ones, he even converted some into Santa lovers! Santa's outfit was also perfect and so classy. The absolute best Santa to book for any of your events.
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Price Range: Up to $250.00 per hour.
Gig Length: 30 - 480 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $800,000 - Event and Liabiity
Santa likes to make a grand entrance and talk with the good little boys and girls. I like to set aside time for photographs with the children and making sure to have some time with each boy or girl to discuss their Christmas List. Santa also likes to read books -- I have an extensive list of Christmas titles, or parents can provide long-time family favorites -- along with discussing presents over cookies and milk, or hot cocoa, reviewing the naughty and nice list, or answering questions about the reindeer.
I have multiple suit styles -- Old World Santa (shoulder cape), Traditional Santa (fur down the middle of the coat), and Nutcracker (styled after the Nutcracker seen at Christmastime). If you have a preference, let me know and we can discuss what fits your event best. New suit styles will be coming in 2024.
If there are special activities requested -- delivering packages, or sharing in a family tradition -- please discuss with the Real Kringle before the scheduled visit. It is always best to have plans fully worked out before making the visit.
I am a real bearded Santa and have been portraying the role since 2022 for nonprofit and community-based organizations, as well as resorts and hotels. In my heart it is important to give back to the community, the children, and support the Spirit of Christmas and that is what nudged me in the direction of portraying Santa. My goal is to be the best Santa this side of the North Pole.
During the 2023 Holiday Season, I have been (or will be) the Santa Claus for the Driskill Hotel Tree Lighting ceremony, Hilton Austin's Breakfast with Santa, and the Kalahari Resort's Breakfast with Santa. It would be my honor to bring a bit of Kringle magic to your events.
I look forward to bringing that Spirit of Christmas to your event and the Magic of the Season for your children and guests. Schedules really do fill up quickly during the holidays, so don't wait until the night before Christmas to book your event.
And don't forget about the Summer Santa Season, too. I am always ready to bring some North Pole Spirit to summertime birthdays and celebrations.
Santa suites can be hot, so avoid placing me next to a fireplace or heater. A little distance from heat sources makes a happier and cooler Claus.
I have a Santa-sized bench (white) with some pillows to make the space inviting. If you should need this item, it is $40 dollars for rental during your event. I can transport and set up.
It is always nice to have a dedicated space for Santa to greet people and children. This is especially important when taking pictures and managing crowds.
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