Santa Claus sitting in a chair with a young girl on his lap, wearing festive pajamas. A sign reading 'Joy to the World' is visible in the background.

About Santa Josh

Joshua Pearman, known as Santa Josh, is a professional, real-bearded Santa Claus based in Katy, Texas, who loves Christmas more than just about anything else on Earth. This is not hyperbole. Joshua is the guy in your neighborhood who puts up his Christmas decorations and starts listening to Christmas songs…in September.

Josh grew up in Katy, where he still lives today with wife Amy and daughters Crimson and Clover. He’s active on the worship team at his church and lends a helping hand to anyone who needs it.

As Santa, Joshua is kind and empathetic, with a knack for connecting with kids and adults alike. He’s a classically trained singer who can lead Christmas carols, and he offers both a traditional red-suited Santa and a period-authentic St. Nicholas. And also, he basically looks exactly like Santa Claus.

Santa Josh visits homes, corporate holiday parties, photo shoots, schools, and churches across Houston, Katy, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio. If you’re looking for the perfect Santa for your next event or photoshoot, Joshua is the Santa you are looking for.