Santa Albert’s Home Visit Checklist

BEFORE SANTA ARRIVES

Confirm Your Reservation Details

Use the reservation-calendar link included in your confirmation email to review the date, arrival time, address, length of visit, and contact information for your reservation.

☐ I reviewed the appointment date, arrival time, address, length of visit, and contact information.

☐ If all the information is correct, I accepted the calendar invitation.

☐ If anything needs to be corrected, I emailed Santa Albert before the appointment.

Important: When emailing Santa Albert, please use the appointment date and the last name of the person who signed the Appearance Agreement in the subject line.

Prepare for Santa’s Arrival

☐ A convenient parking space has been reserved for Santa as close as possible to the home’s entrance.

☐ Santa’s gift bag has been placed inside a designated vehicle trunk in the driveway.

☐ I emailed Santa Albert the vehicle’s license plate number, year, make, and model before the appointment.

☐ The front door will be unlocked, and a window near Santa’s entrance will be completely open so everyone can hear his grand entrance.

☐ One responsible adult will serve as Santa’s helper, and everyone will be gathered before Santa arrives

Gifts and Santa’s Bag

☐ Every gift is clearly labeled with the recipient’s name using a dark Sharpie or felt-tip marker.

☐ I have not relied solely on traditional gift tags, which can fall off or be difficult for Santa to read.

☐ The gifts Santa will carry fit inside one bag approximately the size of a queen-size pillowcase.

☐ Larger or additional gifts have been placed near the Christmas tree or close to Santa’s seat.

INSIDE YOUR HOME

Prepare Santa’s Seating Area

Create a safe and comfortable place where Santa can interact with your family and everyone can clearly see, hear, and photograph the experience.

☐ Santa has a safe and comfortable place to sit where everyone can see and hear him.

☐ There is enough space around Santa for children, family photographs, and gift distribution.

☐ Santa’s seating area and walking path are free of clutter, cords, decorations, and other tripping hazards.

☐ The room will be kept comfortably cool because Santa’s handmade suit, leather boots, belt, and other attire are very warm.

Nice List Reminder: Email names and one or two brief details about selected children or guests at least 72 hours before the visit. Use the appointment date and the last name of the person who signed the Appearance Agreement in the subject line. Santa may not be able to mention every guest individually.

Prepare for Photographs

☐ One person has been designated as the primary photographer.

☐ Other guests will allow the designated photographer to lead so everyone knows where to look and smile.

☐ Cameras and phones are charged, ready, and within easy reach before Santa arrives.

☐ Everyone will listen for Santa’s suggested poses and photography instructions.

☐ Group and family photographs will be organized efficiently so Santa has enough time to interact with everyone.

Young or Hesitant Children

☐ Young children will be given time and space to become comfortable with Santa.

☐ No child will be forced onto Santa’s lap or into a photograph.

☐ Santa may kneel nearby, speak gently, or suggest a family photograph to help a hesitant child feel safe.

☐ I understand that Santa will not lift or hold a frightened or inconsolable child.

COMFORT AND SAFETY

Health, Safety, and Accessibility

Please help Santa protect the health, comfort, and safety of everyone participating in your home visit.

☐ Santa has been notified of any accessibility, sensory, mobility, or special-needs accommodations that may help create a comfortable experience.

☐ No participant showing obvious signs of illness—including persistent coughing or a runny nose—will have close contact with Santa.

☐ I understand that Santa may shorten or end the appearance if health or safety conditions place him or others at risk.

☐ Pets will be safely managed during Santa’s entrance, visit, and departure. If pets are to be included in photos please notify Santa prior to your appointment.

Schedule Reminder: Santa may have another family waiting for him and must leave at the scheduled ending time. Please have everyone ready so your family receives the full benefit of its reserved visit.

Help Santa Stay on Schedule

☐ Everyone will be gathered and ready before Santa arrives.

☐ Activities, photographs, stories, songs, and gift distribution have been planned to fit within the reserved appearance time.

☐ Gifts and photography equipment will be organized before the visit begins.

☐ Santa’s designated helper will assist with transitions between activities.

☐ Any requested changes have been discussed with Santa Albert before the appointment.

Keep Santa’s Departure Magical

☐ One adult will help guide Santa toward the exit when the visit concludes.

☐ Children will remain inside while Santa departs.

☐ No one will follow Santa to his vehicle. This protects the magic and allows Santa to prepare for his next visit.

☐ Any final questions will be emailed to SantaAlbert@SantaAlbert.com using the appointment date and the last name of the person who signed the Appearance Agreement in the subject line.