Krampus. Austria 📹Lukas Weithaler

The Krampus traditionally appeared on the night before the Feast of St Nicholas (the evening of December 5). It's said they actually scared some young children who were put in sacks and dragged around. It's a lot more tame, because there are young men in the costumes so they have elderly men watching on to make sure it doesn't get crazy.

Across Austria's alpine villages, December 5 marks the arrival of Saint Nikolaus—a merry visitor who delivers gifts to well-behaved children. Saint Nick doesn’t come to town alone. This is what happens on Krampusnacht, the evening before December 6 (St. Nicholas Day). The dreaded Krampus is by his side. For centuries, groups of men across the region have dressed as Krampus during the Christmas season. The fearsome figure appears as a horned, half-goat, half-demon who punishes children who misbehave.

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This is such a cool festival. I want to go one year.

Looks like fun 😆 🤣

They're having fun over there in Austria, aren't they? Might do this tonight.

This American doesn’t “get” the Krampus thing. What’s the appeal? It’s a no thank you from me.

Didn't realize Austria had so many larpers!😂

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