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Sep 25, 2024 · Learn where to catch the Krampus Parade and Festival in Austria, an outrageous, thrilling pagan event with flaming whips, acrobats, and after-party pub crawls.
Oct 6, 2024 · A Krampuslauf (“Krampus Run”) is a performative procession of costumed Krampus, led by Saint Nicholas. Clad in nightmarish masks and furry costumes, Krampus characters create a nightmarish spectacle with erratic movements, melodramatic gestures, and loud clanging bells.
6 days ago · Austria's Krampus Parades, Where Santa's 'Evil Twin' Will Beat You With a Broom. Here's everything you need to know about Krampusnacht, a popular Christmas tradition practiced throughout...
Oct 3, 2024 · Krampus: The Christmas Demon. Krampus is perhaps one of the most well-known scary Christmas figures. Originating from Central European folklore, this half-goat, half-demon creature is said to punish naughty children during the Christmas season. Krampus carries chains and bells to signal his arrival.
Oct 3, 2024 · Krampus Night (Krampus Nacht) Krampus the devil is sort of a sidekick of St Nicholas. He is believed to accompany St Nicholas to teach naughty children a hard lesson.
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Oct 4, 2024 · A Krampuslauf is a theatrical procession of half-goat, half-demon monsters, led by St. Nicholas. These folk parades take place between early and mid December. The Old Town of Salzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is nestled between the hills of Mönchsberg, Festungsberg, and Kapuzinerberg.
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4 days ago · Why it matters: Krampus is hiding about 50 custom decorated skulls in New Orleans and posting clues on this Facebook page. The big picture: The creepy Christmas krewe is known for its custom art and sustainable throws. For its parade, members make lumps of coal. For Easter, they make Kreeps, aka creepy Peeps.
