Krampuslauf (Running of the Krampuses) presented by Hessen Haus

Join us as we celebrate Krampusnacht a bit early with the Krampuslauf at Christkindlmarket Des Moines!

👹 Calling all Krampuses!
All participants in Krampus costumes are asked to reserve a free ticket here. Please note: only Krampus costumes are allowed—no fairies, clowns, Santa Claus, etc.

🤶 Watch the parade led by Saint Nicholas and your Krampus handlers! Dust off your Krampus costume for a fun run or walk with fellow celebrants portraying this wicked beast.

🎊 Don’t have a costume? Check out these resources:

• Etsy Krampus Costumes
• Austrian Suits and Masks
• Amazon Options

🤔 Who is Krampus?

• Learn proper pronunciation: Krampus is pronounced “krohm-poo-s” as in “con & puss,” NOT “kram-puh-s” as in “campus.”
• For more fun facts, check out Krampus on Wikipedia and these videos:
  • Top 5 Krampus Facts and Origin
  • Krampus Parade in Hollabrunn, Austria
  • Who Is Krampus? | National Geographic

Let’s keep the merriment alive! 🎉