If I can make it there
I’ll make it anywhere
It’s up to you
New York, New York
These are the lyrics of Frank Sinatra’s hit ode to the city that doesn’t sleep – New York. There’s so much happening anywhere and everywhere in New York, it’s one of the craziest cities in the world, which is nothing short of a magnificent melting pot. Something is always happening in here and there are various reasons why New York City is considered to be the home of the crazy.
One of such reasons, or rather traditions is, No Pants Subway Ride.
Started by a small group of 7 people in 2002, No Pants Subway Ride was just a sort of experiment. However, after the arrival of YouTube the news got out and more and more people started being a part of this crazy and wacky improve. Now in its 17th years, No Pants Subway Ride is an international celebration of silliness, with dozens of cities around the world participating each year.
Usually celebrated in January, with the exact date being announced in December, No Pants Subway Ride is a long going tradition. However, when the blizzard hit New York City just days back, people thought that there won’t be many participating in it. But, they’re wrong.
The No Pants Subway Ride took place in frigid 17F degree weather and was spread out over seven meeting points and eleven subway lines.
Check out the pictures and videos from this year’s event.
95.5 PLJ on Twitter
Johnny and our brave street team bared all today in the freezing cold for the #NoPantsSubwayRide!! @JohnMingione @toddandjayde
China Daily on Twitter
NoPantsSubwayRide swept across world on Sunday. Dare to participate?
Spectrum News NY1 on Twitter
The cold Sunday did not deter some brave New Yorkers from baring their legs for the annual #NoPantsSubwayRide https://t.co/VFpOEF3uhf https://t.co/20Jju3Wew5
source: Improv Everywhere
After seeing the video and the pictures, one thing is for sure, anything can happen on a New York subway.
Jyotsna Amla