Santa Visit Rates
Santa Visit Rates & Event Pricing
Planning a Christmas visit, company event, school program, church celebration, photo session, parade, or community gathering? Santa Tom’s rates are designed to be clear, fair, and based on the type of experience you are creating.
Pricing at a Glance
Most visits are priced by season, day of the week, visit length, travel distance, and event details.
- Christmas Season rates begin at $175 per hour
- Home Pop-In Visits begin at $125
- Off-season rates begin at $125 per hour
- Travel is included within 25 miles
Final pricing is based on availability, location, date, and event details.
How Pricing Works
Clear Rates With Room for Real Event Details
The rates below are designed to give you a clear starting point when planning your Santa experience. Final pricing may depend on the event type, date, location, length of visit, number of guests or children, travel needs, and the kind of Christmas moment you would like to create.
Clear Starting Rates
Simple visits and hourly appearances have easy-to-understand rates so you can begin planning with confidence.
Custom Event Quotes
Larger events, public appearances, corporate events, photo sessions, parades, festivals, schools, churches, and nonprofits may require custom pricing.
Availability Matters
Prime December dates fill quickly, and minimum visit times may apply for peak dates and high-demand time slots.
Christmas Season
Christmas Season Rates
Thanksgiving Day through New Year’s Day
Hourly Rates
Weekdays, Monday through Thursday: $175 per hour
Weekends, Friday through Sunday: $225 per hour
Hourly rates are best for company events, school programs, church celebrations, public gatherings, photo sessions, parades, festivals, and larger family events.
Home Pop-In Visits
Weekdays, Monday through Thursday: $125
Weekends, Friday through Sunday: $150
Home Pop-In Visits are 20–30 minute visits designed for family events with no more than 6 children. For larger groups, please refer to the hourly rates.
Rates are subject to availability. Minimum visit times may apply for peak dates.
Limited Availability Dates
Holiday Premium Dates
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day are some of the most requested dates of the season. These special holiday appearances are limited and priced separately because they require dedicated time during peak family and community celebration days.
Premium Holiday Rates
Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Eve
$250 / ½ hr
Christmas Day
$325 / ½ hr
Off-season Appearances
Off-season Rates
Santa Tom may also be available outside the Christmas season for special appearances, promotional events, Christmas in July celebrations, photo sessions, nonprofit events, school visits, themed parties, and business promotions.
Off-season Hourly Rates
Weekdays, Monday through Thursday: $125 per hour
Weekends, Friday through Sunday: $150 per hour
Off-season appearances are quoted based on event details, travel, schedule, and the type of experience being planned.
Travel Information
Travel Fees From Fulton, Missouri
Santa Tom serves Central Missouri and may be able to travel farther depending on the event date, schedule, and location.
Within 25 Miles
Included
Travel is included for events within 25 miles of Fulton, Missouri.
25–50 Miles
Add $50
Events located 25–50 miles from Fulton, Missouri add a $50 travel fee.
Over 50 Miles
Quoted Case-by-Case
Events more than 50 miles away are quoted individually based on distance, schedule, and event details.
Travel distance is estimated from Fulton, Missouri, using Google Maps. Some locations, peak dates, special schedules, or longer travel times may require a custom quote.
Custom Quotes
What Can Affect Your Rate?
Some events are simple and easy to price. Others need a custom quote because the schedule, crowd size, location, or event expectations require more planning.
- Event type
- Event date
- Start time
- Visit length
- Event location
- Travel distance
- Number of children or guests
- Indoor or outdoor setting
- Photo expectations
- Gift delivery details
- Private or public event
- Parade, stage, or festival requirements
- Multiple appearance times or tight scheduling
Before You Request Pricing
What To Include With Your Request
The more details you share, the easier it is to confirm availability, estimate travel, and recommend the best visit option for your event.
Event Basics
- Name
- Phone
- Event date
- Event town or location
- Event type
- Preferred start time
Visit Details
- Desired visit length
- Approximate number of children or guests
- Indoor or outdoor setting
- Photos, gifts, story time, or special plans
- Any accessibility or event schedule details
Quick Reference
Printable Rate Card
The rates above are listed as webpage text for easy reading. You may also use this rate card as a quick visual reference.
For the most accurate quote, please request availability and share your event details.
Ready to Check Santa Tom’s Availability?
Share a few details about your event and Santa Tom will help you understand availability, pricing, travel, and the best visit option for your Christmas celebration.
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