Uptown Santa

Serves New York, NY

35244

Hired 5 times

1 employee

6 years in business

$400/hour

4.8

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

Next Service

Hours

Sun 6:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mon 6:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tues 6:00 am - 11:59 pm

Wed 6:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thurs 6:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fri 6:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sat 6:00 am - 11:59 pm

Credentials

Background Check

Erik Hanson
Completed on 10/8/2022

Introduction

$400 minimum I am here to create Magical Holiday memories with everyone from the toddlers to the grandparents… As a seasoned pro with a real beard a hearty laugh and a genuine love of embodying Santa my minimum is $400 If you have special requests I’m all ears ! I can bring games and books if you like all with a magical belly laugh and a robust ho ho ho!!! ..Over the years, my big, natural beard has gotten snowy white so whether I’m sitting next to a supermodel or a next-door neighbor, we are going to make some great photographs!

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

$ 375 includes my travel time in Nyc and the first hour of Santa!

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

In order to secure your booking I will need a 50% nonrefundable deposit and the balance is due at the end of the gig

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

As a kid I loved my visit to Santa ! Its my goal to provide a magical experience for everyone I encounter in my red suit. When I’m not wearing my red suit, I am an art teacher for kindergartners. I like kids and kids like me so I’m a natural Santa with a big beautiful natural beard.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I was discovered at a party a friend of a friend came up to me and asked if I would consider doing Santa, she had a little talent agency and the first year I got my bookings through her. last year I went out on my own and had the most abundant season ever. This year is looking to be busier than last year because of all the five star reviews I’ve been getting, I genuinely like this gig and people like having me as their santa…

What types of customers have you worked with?

Ive worked at small private daycares reading and singing with the kids, enjoying pizza with them and playing games with 8 kids for a couple of hours and Ive done gigs where I sit on a stage for 8 hours as hundreds of kids wait on line for their visit with me and I try and make each visit special, just like it was for me when was a little kid!!

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

Again I am the in-house santa at American Christmas up in Westchester. This year I’m there every Thurs and Friday night in December and many people have told me I’m the best Santa they have ever met!…that warms my heart… I love this gig and I’m very good at it cause I’m just a genuine, nice guy … prices begin @$375 and 12-24/25 bookings are higher

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Book early !! prices rise as we get closer to Christmas and they double on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day!! a typical one hour gig on Christmas Eve or Christmas day is 800+ for transportation if you’re out of New York City…

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

make sure my pricing aligns with your budget