Here in the United States, many cities hold annual “Santa Runs” where men and women, sometimes even children dress as Santa Clause and run through the city, usually to raise funds for charity. Well....enter the “Krampus Run” or “Krampuslauf”. The Krampus Run dates back 500 years to a tradition from the Alpine regions. In the past, the Krampus Run used to be raucous and quite rowdy. Any unaware or inattentive pedestrians who didn’t make it to safety in time unwittingly became part of the action. They were shaken up by the creatures and sometimes ended up on the ground.
Oh and the best part...the performance is usually a surprise- YUP. Christmas trees, open-air market stalls, Christmas angels, Santa Clause and Christmas carols, and confections enjoyed while gift shopping...until the devil himself shows up. 😄As shoppers stroll around the streets and markets, soaking in the Christmas atmosphere, a loud commotion erupts and you see this. Lovely.
I learn something new everyday. Definitely adding this to my bucket list!