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Krampus
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This article is about the folklore figure. For the film, see Krampus (film). For the stage musical, see Krampus (musical).
Krampus and Saint Nicholas visit a Viennese home in 1896
In Central European folklore, Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure described as "half-goat, half-demon",[1] who, during the Christmas season, punishes children who have misbehaved, in contrast with Saint Nicholas, who rewards the well-behaved with gifts. Krampus is one of the companions of Saint Nicholas in several regions including Austria, Bavaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Northern Italy including South Tyrol, Slovakia, and Slovenia.[2] The origin of the figure is unclear; some folklorists and anthropologists have postulated it as having pre-Christian origins.
In traditional parades and in such events as the Krampuslauf (English: Krampus run), young men dressed as Krampus participate; such events occur annually in most Alpine towns.[3] Krampus is featured on holiday greeting cards called Krampuskarten.
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In the interest of safety and maintaining the quality of experience for Krampusnacht DC participants and performers, we have made the hard but necessary decision to postpone this year’s Krampusnacht DC celebration. New date and venue to be announced shortly.
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In the interest of safety and maintaining the quality of experience for Krampusnacht DC participants and performers, we have made the hard but necessary decision to postpone this year’s Krampusnacht DC celebration. New date and venue to be announced shortly.
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