Krampusnacht 2024; Saturday, December 14
We're working to finalize the 2024 Krampusnacht lineup, check back here soon for full event details. Tickets will go on sale in October.
2024 Confirmed Music Lineup:
I,Destroyer - Providence Thrash Metal
Poor Impulse Control - Cape Cod Oi!/Punk
Epochsis - Providence Thrash Metal
Vicious Ritual - Rhode Island H/C Punk
DJ Sonic Trash Groove - spinning new wave, goth, and alternative vinyl all night before, after, and in between all of the bands' sets!
2024 Vendor Lineup (more to be announced soon!):
Burgundian - Liege waffles & more!
Krampus Society of New England
Interested in being a vendor at Krampusnacht? We've got a limited number of spots available for vendors who fit the dark/gothic vibe of the event. If interested, reach out to Chris Aldrich at: aldrichchristopher@gmail.com.
Krampusnacht 2023 Highlights
Krampusnacht
History of Krampus
Krampus, in central European popular lore, is a half-goat, half-demon monster that punishes misbehaving children at Christmastime. He is the evil companion of St. Nicholas.
Krampus is believed to have originated in Germany, and his name derives from the German word Krampen, which means “claw.”
Krampus and St. Nicholas are said to arrive on the evening of December 5 (Krampusnacht; “Krampus Night”). While St. Nicholas rewards nice children by leaving presents, Krampus punishes those who are naughty, and in some extreme cases, carries them away in his sack. On December 6, St. Nicholas Day, children awaken to find their gifts (or nurse their injuries). Krampusnacht is celebrated in regions of Germany, Austria, Croatia, and some other European countries.
