In Salzburg, Austria, Christmas involves both St. Nick and Krampus, a mythological punisher with roots stretching back to ...

If Santa Claus is the good cop of Christmas, then Krampus is the bad one: a creature from European folklore who scares ...

Americans have adopted Krampus in holiday traditions in recent decades, but experts say the legend's origins are often ...

Brittany Spaniels are energetic, intelligent and affectionate dogs who are eager to please. They are highly trainable and ...

Getting a photo for the holiday season is more than just sitting on Santa’s lap; some prefer posing with his dark counterpart ...

While Santa Claus’ dark counterpart was born centuries ago in Europe, Krampus’ recent explosion in the U.S. is all thanks to ...

Portlanders adopt a whimsical pagan tradition, parading through Southeast Portland in annual Krampus Lauf event ...

The Ohio Krampus Society is based out of Kent, Ohio, and raises awareness of the beast from European folklore.

From "A Christmas Carol" to "The Nightmare Before Christmas," the holidays have long carried a spooky edge — and that ...

“NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet” is coming to Kiva Auditorium at 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14. The performance combines ...

During Fayetteville's "Lights of the Ozarks" parade, Pinpoint owner Bo Counts opted to display a traditional holiday character, but it wasn't quite Santa.

While many families are enjoying the holiday lights and traditions, one local haunt is offering a much darker way to ...