Krampusnacht

December 2, 2023

December 2, 2023

Free

Whyte Ave., Edmonton

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Events Description

 

Krampusnacht is an old German/Austrian Christmas tradition. Krampus is the Yule Lord, or Christmas Devil. The good children get a visit from Saint Nikolaus on Christmas Eve. Krampusnacht Edmonton strives to bring this European tradition back to Canada.Krampusnacht is traditionally celebrated on the 5th of December annually. The men from the village don the costumes of Krampus and Saint Nikolaus. They are often accompanied by black and white angel characters and sometimes “Pertchta”. Their walk is called the “Krampuslauf”.

 

Who is it for?

All ages – Free

WHEN & WHERE

Date & Time:

Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 7 PM

Venue & Address : Whyte Ave., Edmonton

Christmas in Edmonton

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