Krewe of Krampus knows when you’ve been naughty and they don’t care if you’ve been nice. Don’t fall asleep at the wheel as you drive down Krampus Lane or you just might find yourself having Alpine Dreams.
The Krewe of Krampus has worked hard putting together a plan to bring you a safe and fun version of their NOLAuf Parade. Viewers will drive through a designated route in the safety of their car with their family or pods of friends. The performers will entertain all while maintaining social distance in the outside space after completing stringent COVID-19 check-in procedures.
As you drive down Krampus Lane and fall into your Alpine Dreams you will find yourself amongst other New Orleans locals that have fallen asleep after a long night of having maybe just a little too much fun. Like any dream, this one might end up being on the bizarre side as your favorite dance krewes become Dance of the Edelweiss and a brass band gets confused as to wether they should play jazz or oompah polkas. That is just the beginning.
Up the mountain you go as your dream transports you to the snowy Alps. Be warned not to stir the Barbegazi unless you wish to start an avalanche.
Later in the night you encounter none other than Saint Nicholas himself. Be prepared to answer to him as he only wants to welcome the nice boys and girls. If you haven’t been so nice, he will certainly call upon Krampus and his friends to decide how best to deal with you.
All around the globe you’ll go. There is no escaping any of the Y’ules as your dream quickly turns a bit more dark. If you think the Frau is scary, better try to wake up now. Even if you feel you’re too old for Krampus, the Queen and her Sisters of Shhh don’t mind. Young or old, make the slightest sound and they will stare into your eyes and extract your soul.
You and your vehicle passengers are welcome to view the Alpine transformation at 5420 Franklin Ave. on Saturday, December 4, from 7-9 p.m. Tickets start at $20 and are available here.
The Marines will be with the krewe once again this year to collect new, unwrapped toys. If you would like to participate please have your toy or donation ready to hand off as you exit Krampus Lane. The Marines will gladly collect your toy so you don’t have to get out of the car and back up traffic.
Those of you who must miss the Krampus Christmas festivities should watch the Finnish horror film Rare Exports streaming now on Hulu.
