About

Welcome to the Real Santas of San Diego.  We call ourselves Real because our Santas have Real Beards.  We are a group of happy, go-lucky, fun loving Santas, Mrs. Claus’, Elves, and Special Friends whose main objective and purpose is to provide opportunities for members to enjoy social interactions, promote the positive image of Santa and serve the community by providing Santa services for as many community services, organizations and families as possible.  We seek to enhance the spirit of Christmas and the joy of being Santa by fostering the spirit of fellowship among our members via numerous social events throughout the year, getting to know each other and providing training.

Our membership endeavors to foster a reverence for the Spirit of Christmas and respect for all children, without regard to race, creed or religious denomination. We pledge to provide professional Santa services to community service organizations such as Boys and Girls Clubs, Scout Groups, hospitals, churches, etc. as we strive to always maintain a positive Santa persona when we are in public and to recommend fellow members for appearances we cannot accept or accomplish and to support our group’s efforts to serve the best interests of children and the community. We pledge to respect and encourage each member’s approach to being Santa, to enhance our individual skills, and to promote enthusiasm and enjoyment through peer training and support.

Interested in joining our Club?

Membership is open to anyone who:

  • Grows and maintains a real beard for the purpose of portraying Santa Claus.

  • Enjoys interaction with other Real Bearded Santas and associates and is willing to share and help other members with any questions or problems they may encounter as a Santa.

  • As a chapter of FORBS (Fraternal Order of Real Bearded Santas), all members must meet the standards, requirements, and expectations as established by the FORBS. These actions include but are not limited to background investigations, obtaining personal liability insurance, and other responsible actions as deemed appropriate.

  • Pays membership fee of $20 and Annual Dues of $10.

San Diego Santas Associate Membership qualifications shall be defined as:

  • The spouse or significant other of a current member.

  • Any performer who regularly appears with a member such as Mrs. Claus, an elf, etc.

  • Pays membership fee of $20 and Annual Dues of $10.