Jingle Joy Retreat - An Annual MAPS Favorite

Name: Jingle Joy Retreat - An Annual MAPS Favorite
Start: 2026-05-28T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-29T17:00:00-04:00
Location: Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farm

Schedule

Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farm | Clare, MI

We are so excited for Jingle Joy! We can’t wait to have everyone join us for an unforgettable weekend of learning, connection, and Christmas spirit! 🎄✨
If you haven’t grabbed your tickets yet, this is your friendly reminder that space is limited and tickets are selling quickly!
What will you learn, and who is Bob McMasters? Keep reading to learn more! 🎅👇
🎄 Meet Bob McMasters (Big D Santa | Lone Star Santa Claus) 🎄
We’re excited to welcome Bob McMasters, a seasoned professional Santa entertainer from Mesquite, Texas, as part of our Jingle Joy weekend! Bob has been bringing Christmas magic to families since 2011, including 13 seasons at Town East Mall, and has been featured in Cherry Hill Programs’ photography network, helping create Christmas memories across the world.
Bob is also a passionate mentor and educator in the Santa community. He became Lead Instructor for Gordon Bailey’s SatBobS Professional Technical Training School for Christmas Entertainers in 2016 and proudly became the owner in 2023. His mission is simple: help Santas build a professional, ethical, and sustainable calling rooted in heart and tradition.
⭐ Award Highlight: Bob was named Cherry Hill Program's “Santastic Santa 2023”, one of only six Santas recognized nationwide. His dedication to serving children of all abilities, including special-needs engagements across school districts, reflects his belief that every child deserves Christmas magic.
🎓 What Bob Will Be Teaching at Jingle Joy
Bob’s sessions are packed with practical tools, real-world examples, and North Pole wisdom to help you grow your craft and your business with confidence.
Business & Professional Growth
• Pricing your Santa services confidently
• Negotiating contracts + understanding pay-to-play agreements
• Best practices for non-refundable deposits
• How to create a memorable, professional client experience
• How to earn Santa income year-round
Legal & Financial Essentials
• Taxes, deductions, and Santa-specific financial responsibilities
• Copyrights, trademarks, and intellectual property every Santa should know
Craft, Ethics & Tradition
• What separates a professional from a hobbyist
• Why experience matters and how it elevates your presentation
• Ethics in the Santa profession (including Santa + Mrs. Claus)
• The evolution of Santa: old-world traditions to modern expectations
• The role of Mrs. Claus and how she enhances the full experience
Bob brings experience, humor, heart, and a whole lot of ho-ho-ho, and we can’t wait for you to learn from one of the best in the business! 🎅✨
If you’re ready to sharpen your skills, strengthen your business, and bring even more magic to your craft, this training is for you. 🎄💼🎅
📌 Grab your ticket, invite a Santa friend, and come grow with us at Jingle Joy! We cannot wait to see you there! ❤️✨
BONUS: Be sure to stay an extra day on Saturday, May 30th to join - A Free Day to all MAPS Members and Christmas Performers from 10:30 - 2:30 to tour the farm and enjoy lunch from the food truck onsite (lunch available for purchase)