Our Services
A good rule of thumb is to assume 3-5 minutes per child for an estimated event length.
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Starting at $150 (15-30 minute visit)
A short Santa visit for families wanting a quick greeting and photos. Includes a warm hello and brief interaction, not the Premium Home Visit. Ideal for first-time clients or time-limited events. Returning families who enjoyed the Premium Home Visit should rebook that option for consistency.
Ideal for 1-5 children
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Starting at $225 (30-60 minute visit)
Our exceptional in-home visit unfolds naturally and unhurriedly, giving Santa Nick time to connect with families through conversation, storytelling, photos, and personal moments—perfect for those who value depth, presence, and a memorable experience.
Ideal for up to 12 children and families that want the most magical memories possible.
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Christmas Eve Holiday Visit
Starting at $300 | Up to 30 minutes
Christmas Eve is the most meaningful and limited night of Santa’s calendar. These visits are carefully paced to preserve the magic and ensure each family receives Santa’s full attention.
Christmas Day Holiday Visit
Starting at $400 | Up to 30 minutes
For families wishing for a little bit more magic on Christmas Day, this visit offers a quiet, Santa appearance—sharing conversation, admiring gifts, and capturing a few final holiday memories.
Ideal for 1-5 children but can accommodate more.
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Starting at $400 (10–15 minute visit)
A magical late-evening Christmas Eve experience where children quietly catch Santa delivering presents.
Can includes a brief interaction, whispered Christmas wishes, and an opportunity for candid photos before Santa continues his journey. Presents must be prepared and coordinated with Santa in advance.
Ideal for 1–5 children
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Starting at $500 (10–15 minute visit)
A one-of-a-kind early Christmas morning experience where children discover that Santa fell asleep after delivering their presents. Watch their excitement as they wake Santa, share a brief Christmas morning interaction, and capture unforgettable photos before he returns to the North Pole.
Ideal for 1–5 children
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Starting at $500 (45-minute experience)
Oh, snowflakes! Mrs. Claus has been so busy preparing for Christmas that she forgot to bake Santa’s cookies for when he returns to the North Pole—and she needs your family’s help to save Christmas morning!
During this interactive Christmas Eve daytime experience, children join Mrs. Claus in preparing and baking a special batch of cookies for Santa. The visit includes festive conversation, hands-on cookie making, photos, and plenty of North Pole fun. Before leaving, Mrs. Claus entrusts the finished cookies to the children so they can make sure Santa receives them when he stops by that night.
Ideal for 1–5 children
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Starting at $400 (10–15 minute visit)
A cozy Christmas Eve visit featuring Mrs. Claus sharing a favorite holiday story and helping children settle in for the night. Includes a warm greeting, story time, gentle Christmas conversation, and a special goodnight before Santa’s arrival. Families may provide a favorite book or request a story from Mrs. Claus.
Ideal for 1–5 children
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Starting at $225 per hour
Designed for businesses, organizations, and public gatherings, this experience is flexible and tailored to your event’s specific needs
Corporate holiday parties
Community celebrations and festivals
Tree lightings and ceremonial moments
Schools, churches, and nonprofit events
Ideal for events of 20+ attendees
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Pre-Thanksgiving
$175 per hour | 3-hour minimum
Available prior to Thanksgiving, these sessions are designed for professional photographers seeking a reliable, prepared Santa for studio or outdoor work. Multi-hour bookings allow for consistency, pacing, and creative flexibility.
When you book three or more hours, you also receive:
A complimentary pre-season marketing photo session (up to one hour)
Post-Thanksgiving
$225 per hour | 3-hour minimum
During peak season, demand increases significantly. These sessions are reserved for photographers who value professionalism, collaboration, and a Santa who understands lighting, direction, and guest interaction.
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A Tradition Begins with a touch of magic
Transform your family's holiday season with an enchanted arrival or departure experience. Santa himself will personally escort your Elf to their new home, creating an unforgettable moment that marks the beginning or end of your holiday traditions.
The Experience
Personal delivery / pickup by Santa
Thoughtful placement of your Elf in their first special location
5-30 minute experience with storytelling.
Pre-Thanksgiving availability for early holiday magic
New Elf Delivery $150
New Elf
Children’s Book with reading by Santa
Elf’s first placement
20-30 minute experience
Welcome home Elf Delivery $100
Your existing Elf delivered by Santa
Elf’s first placement
15-20 minute experience
Elf Pickup $100
Your existing Elf picked up by Santa
5-10 minute experience
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Starting at $150 (15–30 minute visit)
Santa is trading his heavy winter coat for a cooler summer look and bringing North Pole cheer to your warm-weather celebration! This relaxed seasonal visit includes a festive entrance, playful interaction, summer vacation stories from Santa, and plenty of memorable photo opportunities.
Perfect for Christmas in July celebrations, summer parties, family reunions, community events, poolside gatherings, business promotions, and photographer mini sessions.
Ideal for 1–10 children
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Contact for pricing (approximately 3–5 minute personalized video)
Bring North Pole magic directly to someone special with a personalized pre-recorded message from Santa, Mrs. Claus, or both. Each video is created using details provided in advance, such as names, accomplishments, Christmas wishes, family traditions, and encouraging reminders.
Perfect for children, grandchildren, classrooms, distant family members, Christmas surprises, or anyone who could use a little extra holiday cheer. The finished video can be enjoyed and replayed throughout the Christmas season.
Ideal for individuals, families, classrooms, and groups
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Contact for pricing (approximately 10–15 minute live call)
Experience the excitement of a real-time conversation with Santa, Mrs. Claus, or both—live from the North Pole! The call includes personalized conversation, Christmas wishes, questions about the North Pole, and plenty of opportunities for magical reactions and family photos or screen captures.
Details provided in advance help make the call feel personal and believable. Live calls are perfect for families separated by distance, children who may be more comfortable meeting virtually, classrooms, holiday parties, and special Christmas Eve surprises.
Ideal for 1–5 children or small groups
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Santa Nick is proudly based in Delaware Ohio and Bakersfield, California. Travel within our local service area is included as part of your experience investment. For events beyond that range, a simple mileage rate applies.
All travel details are calculated in advance and clearly outlined.
Travel Rates
The first 50 miles (round trip) are included
Travel beyond 50 miles is billed at $2.00 per mile (round trip)
Mileage is calculated using Google Maps for accuracy