Santa’s Hourly Rates

What Does it Cost to Hire Santa John?

The following rates are approximate. Depending upon the driving time and mileage involved—as noted below—there are additional charges.

  • Note weekends are always premium dates.

    Weekend Rates - Friday through Sunday are:
    First Hour: $300

    Each Additional Hour: $150

  • Monday through Thursday rates in November are:

    First Hour: $200

    Each Additional Hour: $100

  • November 29th and in December through December 19th are:
    First Hour: $250,

    Each Additional Hour : $125

  • From Friday, December 20th through Monday December 23rd:

    First hour: $400

    Each additional hour: $150

  • $500 for one Hour

    All visits these days are for one hour.

Santa is Available Year-Round for All Types of Events

Public Events & Media

  • Parades

  • Malls

  • Radio and TV Interviews

  • Media Articles

  • City, Town, and Village Tree Lightings & Festivals

  • Christmas in July Parties & Promotions

Private & Corporate Events

  • Corporate Parties & Events

  • Family Parties

  • Community Events

  • Private Photo Sessions

  • Home Visits

  • Store Promotions

  • Restaurants & Hotels

  • Photoshoots

Special Visits & Outreach

  • School Events

  • Church Events

  • Daycare Centers

  • Senior Center Events

  • Hospital Visits

  • Breakfasts, Lunches, and Dinners with Santa

THE ABOVE RATES ARE BASED ON BOOKINGS OF UP TO 20 MILES ONE-WAY OR >40 MILES ROUND TRIP FROM STREAMWOOD, IL

When this happens, there is an additional $50 charge minimum—or more—depending upon the mileage involved.

For events in Chicago at high-traffic times, taking an extra hour or more, there is an additional $100 charge. Any parking fees will be paid by the client.

Get in Touch with Santa Today

John Sullivan
272 Kosan Circle
Streamwood, IL 60107
(630) 837-9241
jsul272@astound.net

Important message for people who need a Santa when John is unavailable.

Every year, John books up earlier and earlier. If you email or call him and he's not available, then go to Find a Santa for Your Event for some of the very best Santas, Mrs. Clauses, and elves in the Chicago area.

It seems like everyone wants Santa on the same weekend or Christmas Eve. Santa is still available on many days—but don't wait, contact us now.

  • “John was great! He was very professional, extremely personable and everyone LOVED him! We look forward to having John back next year. :-)”

    Amanda Epstein, University of Chicago Booth School of Business

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