He’s coming to bring all you bad kids your lump of coal. Or something far worse. He’s the opposite of Santa Claus and for him, you’d really better watch out.
Dec. 5 is Krampusnacht, a German holiday begun at least two centuries ago that has slowly crept west to the United States. In 2019, Krampusnacht events were held in several U.S. cities, but Covid-19 has severely cramped Krampus’ style. Until he returns, Halloween Every Night offers this quick primer by artist Nicole Lavanier.