Santa for Hire in Pittsburgh, PAMake it a Barry Christmas
Real beard. Real suit. Real magic. Hire Santa for home visits, company parties, and community events across Pittsburgh, the South Hills, and surrounding areas.
100%
Real beard
24hr
Booking response
IBRBS
member Santa
PGH
& surrounding areas
Ways to Book Santa
From living rooms to grand ballrooms — every visit is tailored to your crowd.
Home Visits
Santa arrives at your door with a hearty ho-ho-ho, hears wishes by the tree, and hands out gifts you've stashed ahead of time.
Company & Office Parties
A polished, professional Santa for holiday parties, client events, and employee family days. Punctual, easygoing, and great with a crowd.
Community Events
Tree lightings, parades, markets, and firehall breakfasts. Santa works the room and makes sure every child gets a moment.
Photo Sessions
Studio or on-location photo sessions with a real-beard Santa. Pairs great with local photographers — or bring your own.
Custom Holiday Greetings
A personal message from Santa, sent right to your phone or inbox. Tell Santa about your child — their name, age, and what they're wishing for — and Santa makes it personal.
Request a greeting →Meet Santa
Santa has been growing his beard — and his list of nice children — for years. What started as a favor for the neighbors turned into one of the most requested Santas in the South Hills.
Every visit comes with a tailored suit, polished boots, and a genuine love for the job.
- ✦Real beard, professionally tailored suit
- ✦Serving Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
- ✦Proud member of IBRBS — the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas
Moments with Santa
A few favorites from seasons past. Have a great shot of your own? Share it with Santa.
Book Santa
Online booking is getting a little elf magic. Until the workshop reopens, reach Santa directly below — December dates go fast!
The Elves Are On It!
Santa's crew is hammering together our online booking sleigh — sanding the runners, tightening the bells, arguing about the cup holders. Online booking opens soon!
Can't wait? Santa's line is always open:
Frequently Asked Questions
✦How do I hire Santa for a party in Pittsburgh?
Call (724) 433-2000 or email Santa@BarryChristmas.com with your date, time, and the kind of event. Santa confirms availability and pricing, usually within 24 hours. December dates book up early — many families reserve by Thanksgiving.
✦How much does it cost to hire a Santa?
Pricing depends on the type of event, how long Santa stays, and travel distance. Reach out with your details and Santa will quote you directly — there are no hidden fees.
✦How far will Santa travel?
Santa serves Pittsburgh, South Hills, Bethel Park, Mt. Lebanon, Upper St. Clair, Peters Township, Canonsburg, and the surrounding areas. Traveling farther? Just ask — Santa's sleigh covers more ground than you'd think.
✦Is this a real beard?
Yes. Santa is a real-bearded Santa and a proud member of the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas (IBRBS) — no costume beards, no elastic straps.
✦What kinds of events does Santa do?
Home visits, company and office parties, community events like tree lightings and parades, photo sessions, and custom holiday greetings sent by text or email.
✦Can Santa hand out gifts we've bought?
Absolutely — it's one of the best moments of the visit. Just have the gifts wrapped and hidden nearby, and let Santa know where to find them ahead of time.