A German holiday tradition is picking up steam in popularity here in the Quad Cities. December 5 is Krampusnacht, or the Night of the Krampus. In countries like Germany, Switzerland and Austria, ...

Generally, the holidays are a time to celebrate the merry, the good, and the light, while honoring folkloric figures such as Santa Claus. But there are plenty of traditions that veer off from the more ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. (WHTM) Krampusnacht (Krampus Night) takes place every December 5. This is the day before the Feast of St. Nicholas, Bishop of Myra ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Grünauer has been in Kansas City showcasing Austrian and Central European cuisine since 2010. This weekend, the restaurant brought back Krampusnacht for the second year. “We ...

The winter holiday season is typically known for being bright and joyful as people gather with loved ones, decorate with lights while listening to holiday music, bake cookies using recipes that have ...

Mark Mennold leads a parade of Krampuses up Troy Hill Road on Dec. 5, 2025. Under the glow of twinkling lights and jingle bells, something darker emerged to mark the start of the holiday season this ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Krampus is an Alpine tradition celebrated the night before the Feast of St Nicholas (Getty Images) Krampusnacht is a centuries-old ...

Grimacing monsters with long twisted horns and rattling chains, tearful children, lots of artfully swirling fire—D.C.’s Krampusnacht is not a typical Christmas celebration, but it just might be the ...