It's hard to believe that the holiday season is just a few short months away and that celebrations might look a little different this year. However, as we speak with Santas nationwide, they are still planning to spread holiday cheer through safe in-person celebrations and even virtual events.

We caught up with two longtime Santa Clauses to find out what they are doing to safely perform at events this holiday season. See what they had to say!

Meet Apiary Cafe, a catering company out of Larchmont, NY. From casual and down-home meals to fine dining, Apiary Cafe customizes a menu full of the freshest and most delicious food for any type of event.

Amazingly, Apiary Cafe joined The Bash in mid-August and had their first booking by the end of August! We checked in with Apiary Cafe to learn more about their catering business and see what they're doing to safely service contactless events right now.

Barspirit Premier Bartending Service provides skilled and experienced bartenders for weddings, corporate events, and other private parties throughout Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York and Boston. Barspirit is also now hosting virtual bartending events for those not able to host in-person events or for those who just want to learn how to make a delicious cocktail at home!  

Here's how Barspirit got started and what they're doing to host virtual events right now.

Meet Crème de la Crème Bartenders from Baltimore, MD. Crème de la Crème specializes in mobile bartending services, creating custom craft cocktail menus for wedding receptions, birthday parties, corporate events, and much more! 

We caught up with Crème de la Crème to find out their top tips for other bartenders in the business, how they got started, advice surrounding social distancing and contactless events happening this summer, and much more.

As the landscape of the events industry has changed over the last few months, we're seeing virtual and contactless events become more and more popular. Vendors on The Bash have adjusted the way they do business to cater to how party planners are celebrating right now. 

We caught up with a few of our members to find out their secrets for performing at contactless gatherings and virtual events, and learn what recommendations they have for other vendors in the events industry during this time.

Meet The Mobile Barista from Goodlife Coffee Company out of New York City. The Mobile Barista caters all types of events and specializes in in latte art, putting a unique spin on something everyone already loves, coffee. 

We caught up with Michael from Goodlife Coffee Company to learn more about how he got started, what he loves about being a barista, and his tips for catering contactless events happening this summer and beyond.

Meet Rachael Miller, a classically trained violinist from Chicago, IL. Rachael has been playing violin ever since she was 4 years old and today, she performs at all types of events—from wedding celebrations, to corporate functions, and now virtual events! Since joining The Bash in 2017, Rachael has booked almost 100 events and earned over 50 reviews.

Meet Rich Barry, a classical guitarist from Washington, DC. His repertoire ranges from Classical, Spanish, Jazz, and Basso Nova to Acoustic Alternative Rock and Pop covers. His over 30 years of experience playing the guitar comes with many rave reviews—just check them all out his profile!

We caught up Rich to learn how he kicked off his career, what tips he has for virtual performances, and his secret to success.

Meet Judy Tourangeau, a caricaturist artist out of Naugatuck, CT. Judy is an award-winning artist and who has drawn hundreds of faces throughout the years. She has a unique and intricate style of drawing that her clients absolutely love!

Meet Ellen Karis, a comedian from New York City. Ellen has over 15 years of experience and has performed on many big stages throughout her career. Ellen specializes in corporate events, theater performances, comedy club gigs, fundraisers, birthday parties, and even baby showers!