Ep 27. The Oregon Santacon
- December 17, 2009
The latest episode of Art Mann Presents takes us on a wild and festive adventure to the Oregon Santacon, an event where thousands of people dress up as Santa Claus and embark on a pub crawl through the streets of Portland.
As the episode begins, we are introduced to Art Mann himself, who is getting into the holiday spirit by donning his own Santa suit and drinking some eggnog. He tells us that he's heard rumors about the wild and crazy antics that take place at the Oregon Santacon, and he's excited to see it all for himself.
We then cut to footage of the event itself, which features a sea of Santas swarming through the streets, singing Christmas carols and spreading holiday cheer. Art navigates the crowds, chatting with various Santas and taking in the sights and sounds of this unique event.
Along the way, we see some of the more bizarre activities that take place during Santacon, including a group of Santas performing a synchronized dance routine in the middle of a busy intersection. We also witness some of the more adult-oriented aspects of the event, such as a bar crawl that takes participants to some of the city's seedier establishments.
Throughout it all, Art keeps a lively and irreverent tone, providing commentary on everything from the Santa costumes to the debauchery taking place. We see him indulging in a few festive beverages himself, and even getting in on some of the Santa-themed shenanigans.
As the night wears on, we begin to get a sense of just how much camaraderie and community there is among the participants of Santacon. Despite the chaos and craziness, everyone seems to be having a great time, bonded together by their shared love of Christmas and good cheer.
The episode ends with Art bidding farewell to his fellow Santas and reflecting on what a memorable night it has been. He notes that while some people might view events like Santacon as frivolous and silly, there's something undeniably joyful and inspiring about thousands of people coming together to celebrate the holiday season in such a unique and unforgettable way.
Overall, The Oregon Santacon is a fun and festive episode of Art Mann Presents that's sure to get viewers in the holiday spirit. Whether you're a fan of Christmas or just enjoy a good old-fashioned pub crawl, this episode is a must-see.
