Santas, Mrs. Clauses and Christmas elves from around the world gathered in Aalborg, Denmark, on July 8, 2026, for the annual World Santa Claus Congress, a colorful midsummer tradition. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
The event featured a parade through the streets of Aalborg, with participants in colorful costumes spreading holiday cheer. Among the attendees were Robert Hercz, a 64-year-old Santa Claus performer from Oslo, Norway; Paradise Yamamoto from Tokyo; and Peter Gislund, a 57-year-old Santa Claus performer from Aalborg. They took selfies and posed for photos together.
The congress is traditionally held in midsummer and aims to keep the Christmas spirit alive all year round. Specific numbers of participants and detailed program were not disclosed, but photos show a large gathering of Santas and elves.
Associated Press photographer James Brooks captured several images of the event, showcasing the festive mood and camaraderie among participants.