Santa Claus and St. Nicholas are figures who have long been associated with Christmas. But in recent decades, a darker figure has arisen among American Christmas traditions. Krampus, a fabled ...

On December 4, Krampus will sink its giant hooves into a long history of Christmas-themed horror movies. Its cast of dry comedy veterans, including Toni Collette and Adam Scott, suggests the film will ...

Deriving his name from the word “krampen” meaning “claw,” the Krampus is described as half-goat, half-demon; a satyr-like spirit who travels with Saint Nicholas and divines whether children have been ...

While Krampusnacht occurs on December 5, Krampus makes his appearance throughout the entire holiday season. Krampusnacht (Krampus Night) takes place the night before the Feast of St. Nicholas. Today, ...

This story originally published on FEARnet.com back in the day, but I’m reposting it here, along with a few updates, to mark Dread Central Presents’ release of SpookyDan Walker’s Slay Belles, which ...

On this day in horror history, the new Christmas classic Krampus opened in 2015. Directed by Michael Dougherty (Trick ‘r Treat, Godzilla: King of the Monsters) the film is based on the eponymous ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Get ready for holiday celebrations with a creepy twist throughout Michigan this weekend. Krampus, a half goat - half demon ...

With the Christmas season now upon us and people all over the country spreading holiday cheer, many may be discovering the flip side to the festivities thanks to Krampus, the Christmas Devil. With the ...

ORLANDO, Fla. – Christmas time is here, but in some cultures, it’s not all happiness and cheer. For centuries, winter has been a time for scary stories as people gave form to their fears of the dark.

ORLANDO, Fla. – St. Nicholas comes this week, and so does his devilish partner, the Krampus. This goat-like figure, European legends say, takes care of the naughty children who don’t get presents from ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Santa Claus and St. Nicholas are figures who have long been associated with Christmas. But in recent decades, a darker figure has ...