PHOENIX — Under where? Underwear on the Valley Metro Rail on Jan. 14, that is. The Arizona Pantless Light Rail Ride is here.
The event is a spin-off of the "No Pants Light Rail Ride" that occurred in the Valley from 2009 to 2020. The No Pants Light Rail Ride was inspired by a similar event staged on a New York City subway by an improv group in 2002 and has since spread across the world.
To join in on the 'pan(tless)demonium,' meet up at one of two light rail stations at noon, and at 12:10 p.m., remove your pants before boarding the light rail. Participants will then ride the light rail to Roosevelt Street and Central Avenue in Phoenix before walking to Walter Studios at 7th Avenue and Roosevelt Street for pictures, food and drinks.
The seat-of-the-pants event is for anyone and everyone. According to the event's Facebook page, "it is imperative to act like nothing is different."
"That it's a regular day and going pantless is the norm," the page said. "Convince others to go pantless."
Nudity is not allowed at the event and the organizers reminded those who would like to participate that public indecency rules still apply. According to the Arizona Legislature, indecent exposure includes exposing their genitals and another person is present and alarmed by the act.
And remember to bring your pants with you after shedding them — you may need them later during the ride or you can donate them to St. Vincent De Paul.
Want to participate in this year's pantless ride? Here's what you need to know.
Where: Board the Valley Metro light rail at 19th and Dunlap avenues or in Mesa at Country Club Drive and Main Street. The light rail will bring participants to Roosevelt Street and Central Avenue and from there, participants will walk to Walter Studios at Seventh Avenue and Roosevelt Street for pictures, drinks and food.
When: To ride the light rail with the group, board at 12:10 p.m.
Cost: Taking off your pants is free, but the light rail tickets, food and drink all cost money.
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