No Christmas is complete without a good Kris Kringle. With the holiday season in full effect, it’s important to meet a Saint Nick that represents you and your family. Over the past decade, Black Santa organizations have taken rise across the country providing inclusive experiences for people wanting a more authentic chance of having a Santa leave an impression on a young child’s life. Here are 6 companies that can make searching for a Black Santa much easier.

Santas Just Like Me

For almost 10 years now, CEO Stafford Braxton searches for Black men to take on the mantle of Saint Nick and prides themselves in recruiting people with natural beards. Since 2023, thousands of children have had the opportunity to tell Santas of color what they want for Christmas, and for this year they have 9 Santas available for parades, grand openings, business events, churches, organizations, schools, daycares, and home visits. They also support fundraisers, non profit events, hospital visits, and have made history as the first company to feature a Black Santa in Durham’s 2019 Christmas parade.

The Black Santa Houston

With countless media appearances, The Black Santa Houston is a company that join the exclusive ranks of not only having a Black Santa Clause but also a  Black Mrs. Claus. With features in high profile publications such as the Oprah Magazine and the Houston Chronicle, this company also sells Black Santa themed pajamas to complete your Christmas experience!

Black Santa of Atlanta

Started by retried Fire and Police Chief, Andre Parker, Black Santa of Atlanta provides families with visits, story times, photoshoots, private events, virtual visits, and more! Inspired to increase the 3% of  ethnic Santa performers, Parker has made a dedication to being a physical embodiment of inclusion for people seeking a Santa that is more reflective of their own complexion.

The Real Black Santa

In efforts to have children of color feel represented while seeing Santa, D. Sinclair started The Real Black Santa Inc./ TRBSPhoto Group. For over 20 years now this family owned and ran business has specialized in offering Black Santa Claus photography and performances. They have expanded their business to offer a roster of Santas and is one of the few organizations that offers a Mrs. Claus regardless of ethnicity. The holiday cheer doesn’t stop there! The Real Black Santa sells apparel such as hoodies, and t-shirts, along with mugs, phone cases, and more.

Baldwin Hills Crenshaw

Holiday Dream Photos provides multiple locations with Black Santas. One of their more popular spots is Baldwin Hills Crenshaw mall in Los Angeles, California. Holiday Dream Photo utilizes an easy to use service to schedule their photo sessions and the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw mall provides an excellent backdrop for your family holiday needs.

The Santa Experience

With a quick 3 step process, The Santa Experience provides families with a roster of 5 Santas to choose from to fulfill your holiday in-person and virtual needs. Operating out of the Mall of Georgia, The Santa Experience was created in 2007 with intensions that included the reduction of wait times while sharing the spirit of Christmas by creating unique Santa interactions for children of all ages.