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Santa's Rates for On & Off Season

Santa Claus performance rates can vary depending on the season. Due to the high demand for services, Santa Claus performers can expect to earn higher rates during the holiday. Off rates may be lower, but finding opportunities for Santa Claus performances at events such as birthday parties or corporate events is possible. Researching and comparing rates in your area is essential to ensure you're fairly compensated for your Santa Claus performance.

Home Visits

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$100 - $200   Monday - Thursday

$150 - $250    Friday, Saturday or Sunday

$250 - $400  Christmas Eve

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Home Visits usually last typically 60  minutes

Corporate Parties

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$150 to $300+/hour

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The rate depends on size of event, location and specific requirements

Parades

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$200 - $500+

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The rate depends on Parade size, duration and Role Prominence

Photography Sessions

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$100 - $400+

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The rate depends on the time of year, session length and number of participants

Zoom or Personal Messages

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Personal Video Messages

$50 - $100+

The rate depends on message length, personalization level, and any additional elements.

 

Santa Zoom Calls

$50 - $100+ /call

The rate depends on call duration, number of participants and interaction level.

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Advertisements and Brand Ambassador

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$500/day to $5,000+/month

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This rate depends on the campaign duration, duties and brand size/reach.

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