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KTAL Shreveport on MSN · 2d

Thousands gather for annual Krampus run in Austria

In German and Austrian folklore, Krampus is the evil companion of Santa Claus who punishes bad children by beating them and putting them into a woven wicker basket on his back.

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Traditional Krampus run delights spectators in Austria

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.

k! News UK on MSN · 1d

Thousands gather for Austria's devilish 'Krampus Run'

On Saturday, thousands of people gathered in Hollabrunn, Austria, to witness the Krampus Run. The tradition combines handmade works of art, terrifying masks and Advent traditions for a devilish spectacle.

Whiskey Riff · 4d

Austrian Krampus March Goes Viral, & It’s Christmas Like You’ve Never Seen In Before

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 for misbehaving. It’s believed that the monster known as Krampus accompanies ol’ St. Nick during visits to kids all around the world.

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Krampus parades turn violent: Traditional festivities spark debate over safety and gendered violence

In Austria and Germany, Krampus parades bring chaos and controversy. While the tradition is meant to scare children into ...

“What a coward!”: Female Krampus injured

After attacks in Carinthia, there is now also a shocking incident at a Krampus run in Bruck an der Mur (Styria): A ...

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Lewiston ‘Krampus’ event sets off debate over the horned folk figure

Mayor Carl Sheline's promotion of an event featuring the folklore figure Krampus was met with some shock and condemnation ...

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3 Things to See: Elton John, Krampus, ‘Moana 2'

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

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'Don't Krampus our Christmas': San Antonio pastor wants to cancel new Parade

SA Impact Ministries pastor Mark Lugo says Krampus Parade is no good, calls on San Antonio mayor, city council, city manager ...

A guide to all the monsters you might glimpse this Christmas

Monstrous: actors for St Nicholas and the Krampus in Austria - iStockphoto “Christmas teems with monsters,” Sarah Clegg ...

Santa’s darker companion arrives: Where to find Krampus events in the Orlando area

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

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