Homes & families
Invite Santa for a personal visit with stories, photographs, and time for each child to take part in a way that feels comfortable.
Ask about a visit ↗A real-bearded Santa for Middle Tennessee
A visit made for your family.
Personal visits, gatherings, and photography sessions with Santa Arthur. Thoughtful, unhurried moments for every family and every child.
Based in Dickson County · Serving nine Middle Tennessee counties and nearby areas
Coverage & pricing
Where Santa Arthur visits
Standard rate in nine counties: Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Hickman, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, and Williamson. $150 for the first hour; $75 for each additional hour.
Outside these counties, within 50 miles of Dickson County: Add $25 to the visit price.
Add Mrs. Claus: $50 for the first hour; $25 for each additional hour.
Beyond our visit area? Send us a message. We may be able to help you find a Santa closer to you.
Metro Nashville Santa
Santa comes to you.
From a quiet visit at home to a room full of holiday guests, Santa Arthur brings stories, conversation, and plenty of time to make the moment your own.
Events & organizations
Holiday celebrations for businesses, schools, nonprofits, and community groups across Middle Tennessee.
Tell us about your event ↗How Santa visits
Kindness is the Real Christmas Magic.
Each child can choose how close to come, whether to chat, and whether to have a photo. There is always room to sit beside Santa; no child is pressured to sit on his lap. Santa keeps both hands visible in photographs. The experience is welcoming to families of all backgrounds.
Real beard, real presence
A carefully chosen wardrobe and a warm, attentive character.
Room for every child
Gentle pacing, choice, and respect for personal boundaries.
Sensory Santa
Quieter visits with flexible pacing. Tell us about sensory preferences so we can plan together.
Made for your occasion
Home visits, seasonal events, and photographer sessions.
Real Santa Memories
A Santa your studio can build a story around.
For photographers and studios planning holiday portraits or an immersive Santa experience, Santa Arthur brings a real beard, character, wardrobe, and a child-led approach to the set.
Discuss a studio sessionLet's plan the details together
- Your set, schedule, and session format
- Wardrobe and the look of your photographs
- How children will meet Santa and settle in
- Space for natural interactions and candid images
Real Santa Memories is the photographer-facing side of Metro Nashville Santa.
Meet Santa Arthur
More than a photo with Santa.
Santa Arthur is a real-bearded professional Santa serving Nashville and Middle Tennessee. He is a member of IBRBS and FORBS and has pursued Santa training and storytelling. His visits invite children to wonder, ask questions, and enjoy the moment at their own pace.
“Kindness is the Real Christmas Magic.”
A visit together
Make room for Mrs. Claus, too.
Mrs. Claus can join Santa Arthur for your home visit or holiday gathering. Together they can greet guests, share in the stories, and make more memories in the photographs.
Add Mrs. Claus for $50 for the first hour and $25 for each additional hour.
Ask about a visit together
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Donate to the Humane Society of Dickson County
A yearly tradition
Breakfast with Santa at Montgomery Bell State Park
December 13, 2026 · 10 a.m.
Join Santa Arthur and Mrs. Claus for our annual Breakfast with Santa at Montgomery Bell State Park.
Details & sign-up on FacebookWe look forward to seeing familiar faces and welcoming new ones each year.
Training & certificates
Preparation behind the Christmas magic.
These are just some of the Santa training programs Santa Arthur has completed and the certificates received along the way. Santa Arthur is also trained and certified in CPR and AED use.
Let's make a date with Santa
Tell Santa Arthur what you're planning.
Share your date, location, type of visit or session, and a little about your plans. We can talk through availability and the right fit.
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