Cincinnati Santacon is a gathering of like-minded individuals who get into the Christmas spirit and spread Christmas cheer to their fellow men and women.

On the morning of the event, each participant receives a text message on his or her mobile phone with instructions to arrive at a given location wearing a Santa or Mrs. Claus suit.

Throughout the day, participants continue to receive text messages guiding them on foot through downtown Cincinnati. (Many of the locations are bars, so this is not an event for children.)

Supplied with candy canes, the Santas sing songs, make merry, and spread good cheer through the City!

View photos from Santacon 2009

View photos from Santacon 2008

See Santa's message to all of his helpers attending Cincinnati Santacon 2008!