SantaCon 2023: NYC Overwhelmed by Festive Bar Crawl Madness
Thousands of people dressed as Santa Claus participated in the annual SantaCon charity pub crawl in New York City, which included bars and clubs in midtown Manhattan. Similar events took place in other cities across the US and Europe. Transit agencies implemented restrictions to maintain order and safety, including banning drinking on trains and reminding participants of open container laws. The organizers encouraged donations to charitable causes.