Every Santa and You experience is built with intention, preparation, and care. Your investment reflects more than time on the calendar—it supports a level of professionalism, presence, and attention that allows each visit to feel calm, meaningful, and unhurried.
We do not offer discounts, promotions, or “quick appearances.” Instead, we focus on consistency, reliability, and delivering a Santa experience that families, organizations, and communities trust year after year.
Our premier in-home offering, thoughtfully designed to unfold naturally and without rush. Planned for about an hour, this experience gives Santa Ben the time and space to engage meaningfully with each child and family—through conversation, storytelling, photos, and moments that feel personal, genuine, and remembered long after the visit.
These visits are intentionally unhurried. The focus is never on the clock, but on presence, connection, and the rhythm of the room—allowing each moment to develop without interruption or urgency. As the visit unfolds, there is a natural flexibility, ensuring the experience feels complete rather than timed.
This experience is intentionally limited to ensure every family receives Santa’s full attention. Best suited for gatherings of up to approximately twelve children, it is ideal for those who value depth, authenticity, and a Santa visit that feels calm, personal, and truly immersive.
For families and gatherings seeking the most immersive and fully supported Santa visit available, the Signature Plus Santa Experience offers an elevated level of time, flexibility, and interaction—enhanced by the presence of Nagol the Elf. Planned with extended time beyond a traditional visit, this experience allows the evening to unfold with greater depth, ease, and connection.
This experience is intentionally designed to move at a natural, unhurried pace, allowing Santa Ben to engage deeply with each child through conversation, storytelling, and shared moments that feel personal, genuine, and lasting. With priority placement on Santa’s calendar, the visit follows the rhythm of the room—never rushed, never constrained, and with the flexibility to feel complete rather than timed.
With Nagol the Elf included, the experience gains an added layer of warmth, energy, and thoughtful support. Nagol helps guide the flow of the visit, assists with gifts, engages with children who may be shy or hesitant, and ensures each moment transitions smoothly. This allows Santa to remain fully present in conversation, while the overall experience feels seamless, attentive, and carefully orchestrated.
Signature Plus is intentionally designed for larger family gatherings, multi-family celebrations, or hosts who value a more immersive and interactive experience. The addition of Nagol creates space for deeper engagement, playful moments, and a richer overall atmosphere for both children and adults.
Availability for Signature Plus is limited and offered only on select dates to ensure each experience receives the highest level of care, attention, and preparation.
A shorter, intentionally paced visit with Santa, designed for families seeking a meaningful holiday moment in a more concise format. Planned for about 30 minutes, this experience includes a warm arrival, gentle interaction, and a relaxed introduction to Santa—creating space for natural connection and unhurried photos.
These visits are intentionally concise while still feeling personal. The experience unfolds at a comfortable pace, allowing each moment to feel genuine and complete rather than rushed.
Best suited for first-time visits or gatherings where a simpler experience is desired, this offering provides a joyful introduction to the season without the extended storytelling and depth of the Signature Santa Home Experience.
For families who have previously experienced the Signature Santa Home Experience, we recommend returning to that format to preserve the richness, continuity, and deeper connection it provides.
The Elf Delivery Experience is a private, in-home visit designed to gently begin the season with meaning, warmth, and a touch of quiet magic—creating a moment your family will return to year after year.
Offered in a limited window before Thanksgiving, this experience creates a memorable “first moment” your family will return to year after year.
Santa-Provided Elf Experience $150
For families beginning the tradition.
Includes:
A brand-new Elf, personally delivered by Santa
Official Elf storybook to begin the journey
The complete Elf Delivery Experience
Client-Provided Elf Experience $125
For families continuing an existing tradition.
Includes:
Santa’s personal arrival to reintroduce your Elf
A seamless continuation of your family’s story
The complete Elf Delivery Experience
Experience Length
Each Elf Delivery visit is thoughtfully designed to be concise and meaningful, typically lasting 20–30 minutes—just enough time for the story to begin, without ever feeling rushed or overextended.
Both options include the complete Elf Delivery Experience—only the starting point changes.
Designed for businesses, organizations, and public gatherings, this experience is thoughtfully tailored to your event’s size, flow, and audience—ensuring Santa’s presence feels natural, engaging, and well-integrated throughout.
Santa Ben regularly supports:
Corporate holiday parties
Community celebrations and festivals
Tree lightings and ceremonial moments
Schools, churches, and nonprofit events
Each engagement is planned in advance to align with your event’s structure and goals. Whether welcoming guests, creating photo opportunities, or participating in key moments, Santa’s role is carefully considered to enhance the experience—never compete with it.
With a calm, professional presence and the ability to adapt to a variety of environments, Santa Ben helps create a festive atmosphere that feels both polished and genuinely meaningful for guests of all ages.
Christmas Eve is the most meaningful and limited night of Santa’s calendar. These visits are intentionally few and carefully paced, allowing each family to experience the quiet anticipation of the evening without rush or interruption.
Santa arrives with a calm and focused presence, taking time to connect, share a few final words before the night’s journey, and create a moment that feels both magical and deeply personal.
For families wishing to extend the magic into Christmas Day, this visit offers a rare and reflective moment with Santa. With the work of the night behind him, Santa arrives in a quieter, more personal spirit—sharing conversation, admiring gifts, and lingering gently in the joy of the morning.
These visits are extremely limited and reserved for families seeking a truly special and memorable continuation of their Christmas celebration.
Available prior to Thanksgiving, these sessions are designed for professional photographers seeking a reliable, prepared Santa for studio or outdoor work. Multi-hour bookings allow for consistency, pacing, and creative flexibility.
When you book three or more hours, you also receive:
A complimentary pre-season marketing photo session (up to one hour)
Opportunity to schedule a promotional or marketing shoot
Inclusion and promotional support through Columbus Santa Photos
During peak season, demand increases significantly. These sessions are reserved for photographers who value professionalism, collaboration, and a Santa who understands lighting, direction, and guest interaction.
For select experiences requiring uninterrupted, continuous coverage, Santa and You offers preferred extended-coverage options designed to support smoother pacing and consistent presence throughout your session.
Day rates apply to continuous, single-location bookings and are offered selectively based on availability during peak season.
Santa and You is proudly based in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Travel within our local service area is included as part of your experience investment. For events beyond that range, a simple mileage rate applies to ensure Santa arrives prepared, unhurried, and fully present.
All travel details are calculated in advance and clearly outlined.
Travel Rates
The first 30 miles (round trip) are included
Travel beyond 30 miles is billed at $2.00 per mile (round trip)
Mileage is calculated using Google Maps for accuracy
Example
An event at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London, Ohio is approximately 86 miles round trip from Reynoldsburg. With the first 30 miles included, the remaining 56 miles are billed at $2.00 per mile, resulting in a $112 travel charge.
All pricing—including travel considerations—is discussed in advance and confirmed before booking. This ensures clarity, eliminates surprises, and allows everyone involved to focus on what matters most: creating a meaningful holiday experience.
Availability is limited and thoughtfully managed throughout the season. We encourage early inquiry so your event can be planned with care and intention.
Begin planning your Santa experience.
Availability is limited and thoughtfully managed throughout the season. We encourage early inquiry so your event can be planned with care and intention.
Begin planning your Santa experience.