About Northwoods Santa
Northwoods Santa is everything about Christmas you know and love: heartwarming, full of joy and most of all, magical. He is that lending ear to hear what you hope and dream for; the breathed excitement of what’s to come; the essence of giving. Northwoods Santa isn’t just another Santa. He embodies the spirit of Christmas by delivering authentic joy and merriment to adults and children of all ages, near and far.
From holiday events to corporate parties, fundraisers and special visits, Northwoods Santa is not only professional, but authentic in his Christmas spirit year-round. Bilingual in both English and American Sign Language, children of all ages and abilities can experience the magic of Christmas anytime, anywhere.
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who is the man in the suit?
ABOUT SANTA JEFF
Jeff Kirkwood, also known as Santa Jeff, is the heart and soul behind Northwoods Santa. Motivated by the pure joy of making others happy, Santa Jeff finds true fulfillment in bringing smiles to faces both young and old.
With a distinguished background in organizational leadership and federal government service, Jeff’s professional history reflects a strong commitment to integrity, ethics, and trust. His former top-level security clearance underscores the dependable and respectful experience he brings to every Santa appearance. Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL), Santa Jeff ensures the magic of Christmas is accessible to individuals of all ages and abilities.
Jeff also draws on years of acting experience, which enhances his portrayal of Old Saint Nick with a delightful touch of theatrics and authenticity. His warm presence and genuine demeanor consistently earn him 5-star reviews on platforms such as TripAdvisor and Google.
Santa Jeff is a proud member of an international organization of real-bearded Santas. His look and spirit are so true to character that children—and even adults—often ask if he’s the real Santa. Many have even shared that after meeting him, they found themselves believing in the magic of Christmas once again.
More than just a man in a red suit, Santa Jeff is quick-witted, kind-hearted, and brings a special sparkle to every event. He is available for in-person visits and events during the holiday season and is always ready to help you and your loved ones make lasting holiday memories.
International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas
Santa Jeff is a member of The IBRBS. A world-wide organization, formerly known as the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas, it is a non-profit membership group with a focus on the development and support of the international community of Christmas community.
Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School
Santa Jeff is a graduate of the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School. The school was established in 1937 by Mr. Howard as a response to seeing rag-tag Santas across the country. Charles Howard was the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Santa from 1948-1965. The school is the longest running Santa school in the world and is considered the Harvard of Santa schools.
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