FAQ

Pricing Information

Because of the demand for Santa Ron’s services, especially during November and December, certain policies have been established to ensure fairness to all involved, including Santa Ron!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Ho ho ho! Welcome to our FAQ section, where we answer all your questions about Santa Ron’s magical visits. Whether you’re curious about booking details, what to expect during a visit, or how to make your experience truly memorable, we’ve got you covered. Dive into our frequently asked questions to learn more about the joy and magic that Santa Ron brings to every event. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, feel free to contact us directly!

The average rates are listed below. Please note these are approximate and may vary depending on your location, as travel time may be added. For Christmas Eve and Christmas Morning, the fees are slightly higher due to demand.

A retainer fee must be submitted before any booking is considered final. The amount of the retainer fee depends on the day of the week your event is. To secure your booking, contact Santa Ron to pay your retainer fee.

It is understandable that circumstances may require rescheduling an event, but Santa Ron must honor those clients who have previously scheduled his time first. If you have to reschedule, let Santa Ron know as soon as possible. If he can re-book the time from your cancellation, he will re-apply your retainer to the new date.

Retainers are non-refundable unless Santa Ron can recover the time with another client and only when there is sufficient notice. All bookings are considered “tentative” and still “available” unless secured by a retainer.

The remaining balance due to Santa Ron must be paid upon his arrival to the event. This helps Santa from having to track down the payor at the end of the event and possibly being late for other events. Payment can be made electronically through PayPal, CashApp, Venmo, or by cash. Payment by cash should be placed in an envelope and given to Santa by saying, “Thank you for coming Santa, here is a card from us” or “Is it too late to give you my wish list?”

To make your reservation, you MUST contact Santa Ron to ensure he is available for your requested time.

In Person

Home Visits
Corporate Events
Parades
Breakfast with Santa
Photo Sessions

Monday – Thursday

  • First hour: $250
  • Each additional hour: $200

Add Ons:

  • Mrs. Claus (If available): $100 first hour, $50 each additional
  • Elf (If available): $50 first hour, $25 each additional

Friday – Sunday

  • First hour: $275
  • Each additional hour: $225

Add Ons:

  • Mrs. Claus (If available): $125 first hour, $75 each additional
  • Elf (If available): $50 first hour, $25 each additional

Christmas Eve

Home Visits
Corporate Events
Parades
Breakfast with Santa
Photo Sessions

Before 6 PM

  • First hour: $300
  • Each additional hour: $250

Add Ons:

  • Mrs. Claus (If available): $175 first hour, $100 each additional
  • Elf (If available): $100 first hour, $50 each additional

6-10 PM

  • First hour: $400
  • Each additional hour: $350

Quick Visit (30 minutes exclusive to Sarasota County)

  • $250 before 6 PM
  • $300 6-10 PM

15 minutes – $200

Sarasota County ONLY starting at 10 PM

Catching Santa

Everyone dreams of catching Santa in their home on Christmas Eve. If you catch him in the act, you know he’s real. Santa comes in and you’ll wake the children. You watch from a distance (careful not to be seen) and catch Santa putting gifts under tree. Santa will even eat cookies you leave out for him, if you wish. This is an experience to last 2 lifetimes, yours and your child’s. Many set up a camera so they can record and remember this event.

Christmas Day

6 AM – Noon

$800 – First Hour

$400 each additional

Late bookings 5 days or less notice is $50.00 extra

Distance more than 25 miles from River Road and I-75 (mile 191) is 50 cents per mile travel to destination

Zoom Packages

Zoom virtual visits with Santa from the observatory room at the North Pole start at $50.00 for 15 minutes, or you can upgrade with the following options:

Dasher

$60

Includes:

  • Personalized Autographed 5X7 Photo for Your Child
  • Personalized Santa Letter
Prancer
$65

Includes:

  • Nice List Certificate
  • Personalized Autographed 5X7 Photo For Your Child

Comet

$70

Includes:

  • Nice List Certificate
  • Personalized Autographed 5X7 Photo For Your Child
  • Personalized Santa Letter

A la Carte Items

(These items are mailed in photo mailers to your postal address.)

  • Personalized autographed 5×7 photo of Santa for your child: $10.00
  • Naughty List Warning certificate on card stock with child’s name: $10.00
  • Nice List Certificate on card stock with child’s name: $10.00
  • Personalized Santa Letter with details provided upon order: $10.00
  • Special Metal Santa Coin in a protective case: $8