Today, Krampus is still celebrated in parts of Germany, Austria, Croatia, Hungary, Northern Italy, and Slovenia. This is the story of Krampus — Santa’s darker counterpart.

Lo Loguin, who will be an actor during The 13th Floor’s Krampus haunted house for Christmas time, puts on the Grinch mask he'll wear during the Krampus haunted house in Denver on Dec. 5, 2024.

Santa Claus, tinkering elves and flying reindeer are universal symbols of Christmas, but in Northeast Pennsylvania they share the season with a wandering witch on a broomstick, a Ukrainian saint an… ...

Britannica describes Krampus as “ the devilish companion ” to Santa Claus. Indeed, ancient legend told that Krampus would go on yearly trips with St. Nicholas, who gave gifts to all the ...

According to German tradition, Krampus is kind of like Santa’s alter-ego. On the feast of St. Nicholas, which is Dec. 6, he travels with the jolly old elf.

Don’t miss a special appearance by Santa Claus himself from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Information: theplatformlongview.com.

Here in Central Florida, events range from traditional Krampus Runs to breakfast with Krampus, to festivals, pub crawls, art shows and, at Gatorland, the Krampus Croc.

The Comedy Roast of Santa Claus Hosted by Krampus brings festive humor and irreverence to the holiday season. Set in a unique comedy format, this show features a lineup of comics as they roast the ...