Join us Saturday December 7th for a holiday event like none other. The Black Forest Krampusnacht is back for its 5th year and is bigger and better than ever!

Back by popular demand, the PA Villagers, Pennsylvania’s premiere polka band will be entertaining throughout the afternoon followed by 2024 favorite, Habeas Krampus!!! Habeas Krampus comes to us from the Lehigh Valley as members of the Big Easton Brass Band don their Krampus finest for a display of hysterics that’s not to be missed while Jessica Corbin and the Pale Moon Players will be bringing you traditional holiday favorites.

Come prepared for our Krampusnacht merchants village. Amazing vendors bring you the most unique, handcrafted and one-of-a-kind wares for yourself of that special person on your holiday list. There is an ATM on site but we recommend bringing plenty of cash as not all vendors accept credit cards. Follow the vendor showcase on our social media. We will once again be hosting the Krampus Games!

Coal Country Boilo will be offering Boilo tastings and sales throughout the festival along with a selection of local wineries, meaderies, breweries, distilleries and food trucks.

You wanted more so we gave you more! This year, the festival runs into the evening and rounds out with an awards ceremony for the best costumes of the season presented by Susquehanna Krampus followed by the annual krampuslauf parade. and fire performances (burn ban pending).

Mark your calendars and make your reservations. Local hotels fill up fast!

Once again, attendees are encouraged to arrive in their Krampusnacht high fashion for the Krampusnacht costume contest. This year, winners will be chosen by popular vote. A $1 donation toward cash prizes secures your vote. Vote in all 5 categories!

CATEGORIES:

Best fairytale/storybook character

Best traditional holiday costume

Most elaborate costume

Best Evil Elf Costume

Best Krampus

Contestants can pre-register at the link HERE or on the day of the festival no later than 3pm at the Black Rock Booth. Winners Will be announced prior to the Krampuslauf.

Pre-Party Refunds

Ticket links have been updated to allow for 2-day ticket holders can make refund requests for pre-party portions of their tickets. Emails have been sent through eventbrite to ticket holders with more information. If you have a 2-day ticket, requests must be made directly through eventbrite before December 5th. Any Refunds not requested at that time will be donated to the Blue Mountain Kennels. Pre-party only ticket holders have already been refunded.