Fifteen groups from all over Austria paraded through the streets of Hollabrunn to tease and cane those who dared to get too ...

In German and Austrian folklore, Krampus is the evil companion of Santa Claus who punishes bad children by beating them and ...

On Saturday, thousands of people gathered in Hollabrunn, Austria, to witness the Krampus Run. The tradition combines handmade ...

A participant dressed in a traditional Krampus costume on parade during the Krampus race in Hollabrunn, Austria, 30.11.2024 ...

Just to catch you up to speed, Krampus -sometimes referred to as the Christmas devil – is described as a horned, half-demon, half-wolf figure (that originated in Central Europe) that punishes children ...

Here in Central Florida, events range from traditional Krampus Runs to breakfast with Krampus, to festivals, pub crawls, art ...

Elton John says he has lost his eyesight and struggles to see his new stage musical; Thousands watch traditional Krampus run ...

San Antonio's inaugural Krampus Parade on Thursday, December 5 faces criticism from religious leaders who condemn the event's ...

Fifteen groups from all over Austria paraded through the streets of Hollabrunn to tease and cane those who dared to get too close to the devil-like creatures. (AP video shot by Philipp Jenne) ...

including Germany and Austria. Krampus is often depicted as a half-demon, half-goat creature with horns, sharp fangs and a forked tongue. Menold posted an update on the Krampus in Pittsburgh ...

In Sardinia, Italy, goats, deer, boars, or bears may play the sacrificial role. Throughout Austria, Krampus, the beastly counterpart to St. Nicholas, frightens naughty children. But everywhere ...