On Dec 12, 2025, the Deaf Santa Claus documentary screened at Sedona International Film Festival in Arizona, bringing the foundation’s mission of inclusive holiday traditions to another community.
About the event
Join us for the Arizona premiere of Deaf Santa Claus at the Sedona Film Festival Theatre in Sedona, Arizona.
The film will be presented with open captions, and tickets can be purchased at: https://prod5.agileticketing.net/WebSales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=544911~e8932fbb-a9ae-4437-a638-ff0cf1793527&epguid=f7b94766-699c-4aa0-9f9b-8245a9cefc05&mdy=12/12/2025&
Film Synopsis
With an uncanny resemblance to the icon himself, Charles Graves chases his dream of becoming a professional Deaf Santa Claus. Filmmakers chronicle Charles and his family as he attends Santa school and enlists the support of others in an attempt to better provide for his loved ones.
This screening at the Sedona Film Festival Theatre in Arizona is more than just a film—it’s a celebration of representation, resilience, and the power of community.
Continue the story
The Deaf Santa Claus Foundation continues to expand into new communities each holiday season. To bring a screening or an appearance to your community, reach out to the foundation. To support the work directly, visit our donation page.
