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World Santa Congress in Copenhagen
View(s):COPENHAGEN (Reuters)-Chuckling “Ho ho ho” and waving to the public, dozens of Santas brought some Christmas cheer to the Copenhagen summer on Monday as they began their annual World Santa Claus Congress. Drawing Santas from around the world, the three-day event in the Danish capital hosts a range of activities including parades, a Santa Obstacle Course and shows at the Bakken amusement park.
It also allows participants — this year 125 Santas from 15 countries — to discuss professional issues.”I think this year we need to talk about Santa having a few less cookies,” Santa Douglas, who arrived from Washington, told Reuters. “The chimneys are a little bit smaller now and 15-20 cookies is a few too many. Maybe 12.”
The World Santa Claus Congress dates back from 1957 when its founder, Bakken entertainer Professor Tribini, decided to bring Santas together for some summer festive fun.