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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.

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Santa Camp – A School for Santa, Mrs. Claus & the Elves, is offered by the New England Santa Academy and is taught by a team New England Santa Society members. Any revenue earned supports New England Santa Society programs and activities. Santa Camp staff are all volunteers.

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, Elf or other holiday character.  

Santa Camp 2026 offers four separate programs:

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

Marketing for the Clauses (Advanced): This hands-on workshop will focus on promoting Santa’s and Mrs. Claus’ activities and businesses. Participants will create and/or update various elements of their marketing plan and promotional materials.

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.

Performance for the Clauses (Advanced): Practice, refine, and perfect your performance as Santa, Mrs. Claus, or a Claus Couple. In addition to learning new skills and talents, participants will share their favorite techniques, props, tools, and performances for various events. 

 ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE

The program fee includes all seven meals (Friday lunch to Sunday lunch), two nights lodging (double occupancy) and program fees and materials. In order to maximize the number of people who can attend, individuals are asked to share a room if at all possible. 

Santa Camp Fees

All Programs: $675.00 per person – All inclusive: covers attendance in selected program, workshop materials, two nights lodging, seven meals, class certificate and other supplies.

Companion Option: $550.00 per person – Includes two nights lodging, seven meals, and use of facilities. Attendance in program and class materials are not included.

Special Discounts

Commuter Discount: $175.00 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. When registering, select both the Commuter Ticket as well as the Program Ticket for the class you want to attend.

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.

See You At Santa Camp!