Krampus in Denver 2024

Krampus serves the role of a devilish companion of Saint Nicholas, punishing children who misbehave throughout the year. Traditionally celebrated on December 5th, the night before the Feast of Saint Nicholas, Krampus parades and Krampusnacht (Krampus Night) festivities can be seen in Germany, Italy, and Austria. However, some US cities, including Denver, throw their own Krampus celebrations, bringing spooky charm to the traditional holiday.

Carnivale De Sensuale: Krampus (December 7, 2024)

Denver's most famous burlesque show, Carnivale De Sensuale puts on a breathtaking holiday performance of Krampus. Through unique costumes, stage makeup, and dramatic burlesque dancing, royalty of the genre conveys the tale of Krampus, the Christmas monster. The event takes place every year in the Oriental Theater, with visitors having a chance to take a picture with the star of the show, Krampus. The event itself begins at 8 pm, but the photo session with Krampus begins at 7-7:30 pm only for VIP ticket holders. General admission costs $25, while VIP tickets cost $35.

Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas (December 13-15, 2024)

To bring Halloween horror to the Christmas season, 13th Floor Haunted House hosts a terrifying attraction, Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas. This haunted house experience features numerous jumpscares, live actors, light effects, and your favorite holiday traditions with a darker twist. If you'd like to catch a breather, Tiki Tarot Experience offers specialty cocktails and Santa’s Secret Shot Spot serves energizing shots. Visitors can also practice their axe throwing at a designated area. Tickets start at $29.99.

Things to See in Denver, Colorado

Denver offers numerous attractions at any time of the year, including December. The city boasts a fusion of architectural styles, from gothic and Victorian to neoclassical and modern. Larimer Square is magical during the Christmas season, lighting up with lights in the windows of its many shops. For a fun night out, take a stroll through Lower Downtown, filled to the brim with brewhouses and pubs. Denver Art Museum and Clyfford Still Museum offer fascinating art pieces and exhibitions.

Christmas in Denver

The magic of Christmas is in the air, and Denver has no shortage of holiday attractions. Christmas lights illuminate the Denver Union Station, a historic landmark of the city. Denver Botanic Gardens presents an annual lights display, completed with warm beverages and festivities. Denver Christkindlmarket lets visitors experience a true German Christmas, filled with all well-known traditions from Bavaria and other regions.

Krampus in the USA

While Denver has a multitude of Krampus-themed events, Krampus is widely celebrated all over the USA. Krampus festivities include the Krampuslauf parade in New Orleans, Krampusnacht in Milwaukee, and the Krampus market in Columbus. A similar haunted house experience is also held in Columbus, bringing fear to the holiday season.