Santa Camp – A School for Santa, Mrs. Claus & the Elves, is offered by New England Santa Society and taught by a team of its members. The event will run Friday noon to Sunday afternoon. The program is open to anyone 21 years old and over who portrays or is interested in becoming Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, an elf, or other Christmas character.  

Santa Camp has education as the main focus, but additional group and individual activities contribute to a unique, memorable weekend of learning, camaraderie, and fun. Recapture your youthful joy with a trip to summer camp — without the tents, campfire meals, and rustic facilities. The conference center provides hotel-like rooms, full meal service and modern amenities.

More details are available at the Santa Camp section of this website.

2025 Santa Camp Offerings

Santa Camp 2025 offers four separate courses. Detailed descriptions are available on the NESS Website.

Preparing for the Sleigh (Comprehensive Course): This extensive course is for the new and experienced Santa, Mrs. Claus and helpers. It covers everything from creating the character, performance techniques, marketing your services and much more.

Mrs. Claus and Helpers Program (Advanced): A full weekend program of lessons & activities for Mrs. Claus and helpers. The lessons will explore ways Mrs. Claus and others can operate as independent performers as well as with a partner. In addition to developing new skills, the group will share ideas and projects.

North Pole Stories (Advanced): This year’s advanced seminar will focus on strategies for strong story reading and telling for all types of settings. Building a solid backstory will also be covered. This will be a chance to polish favorite stories and create new ones. 

Performance for the Clauses (Advanced Workshop): Practice, refine, and perfect your performance as Santa, Mrs. Claus, or a Claus Couple. Think of performance in the broadest sense: how can you improve all aspects of your Claus appearances including connecting with guests, creating better photos, and enhancing the whole experience. In addition to learning new skills and talents, participants will share their favorite techniques, props, tools, and ideas for various events.

More details are available at the Santa Camp section of this website.

ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE

The program fee includes all seven meals (Friday lunch to Sunday lunch), two nights lodging and program fees and materials.

Couples are welcome to attend. A “companion” option is offered to cover lodging, meals, use of the facilities and group social activities. It does not include attendance of classes, workshop materials, giveaways, or certificates.

To reserve your spot, a $200 deposit is required per person. Select the deposit ticket for the program you want to attend. You should select one ticket for each person attending. Deposits will be non-refundable after June 1, 2025 unless there is someone on the waiting list to take your spot.

If you plan to commute, also select the Commuter Option Ticket as well as the program ticket.

An invoice for the balance will be sent reflecting all discounts. Payments may be made in two installments by July 1 and August 1.

A more detailed registration form will be sent with the registration confirmation.

Santa Camp Fees

All Programs: $595.00 per person – All inclusive: covers attendance in selected program, workshop materials, two nights lodging, seven meals, class certificate and other supplies.

Companion Option: $450.00 per person – Includes two nights lodging, seven meals, and use of facilities. Attendance in program and class materials are not included.

Commuter Option: $450.00 per person Those who do not require lodging can commute daily. The fee includes all seven meals, participation in all activities and all class materials. Since learning takes place at meals and other events, commuters should plan to be in attendance for all meals and class sessions, including evening schedules.

Special Discounts

NESS Member Discount: All current New England Santa Society Full Members receive $50 discount on any program fee or Companion ticket. Associate Members will receive $25 off.

Two Workshop Discount: Couples or partners who both attend a programs get $25 off each fee for a $50 total savings. Be sure to do both registrations on the same order.

Preparing for the Sleigh Repeat: Those who have attended Preparing for the Sleigh previously can receive a $75 discount if wanting to attend the program again. No workshop materials or gifts are provided. Updated materials will be provided if needed.

Discounts will automatically be applied to the balance due invoice.

Payment Schedule Available

Those who register before July 1st can make payment of the total in three installments. A deposit is needed at time of booking to hold the reservation. The balance will be made in two equal payments on July 1 and August 1. Reservations made after July 1 require full payment at the time of booking.

Lodging

Space is limited so lodging assignments will be made to maximize the beds available. Assignments will be made in the order of when registrations were received.

Lodge rooms have space for two or three maximum. Couples, families and those with mobility issues will have priority for those rooms.

The adult-friendly cabins have four beds and two bathroom spaces. The regular cabins have four bunk beds but only four campers will be assigned to each. In the case of the cabins, same sex assignments of up to four will be made starting with adult-friendly cabins. Couples who could not be assigned to the lodge, will be provided a cabin to themselves if possible.

Limited spaces (5) are available for self-contained RV or pop-up parking. No hook-ups are available. No open fires are allowed. Bathroom and shower facilities will be available if needed. There are no additional fees. Each person staying will need to register with a regular tickets. All meals are included. When registering, indicate if you’d like one of the spots.

Private single rooms are not available at this point.

Another option is to stay at a nearby hotel, campground or resort and sign up for the Commuter Option for the course you wish to attend. All meals will be provided.

More details are available at the Santa Camp section of this website.