Coming this December!!!
Oh, sweet cherubs of New Orleans, gather ’round while I spill the tea (or maybe a little spiked eggnog) about the dark and delicious spectacle heading our way this holiday season: the Krampus NOLAuf Parade 2024! Forget visions of sugarplums—Krampus is here to stomp all over your Christmas cheer, snatch up those naughty lists, and unleash some Alpine hell on the streets of our beloved NOLA. The mayhem kicks off Saturday, December 7, at 7:30 PM, and let me tell you, it’s going to be the wildest, weirdest holiday celebration this side of the equator.
For those who don’t know (and shame on you, by the way), Krampus is the O.G. anti-Santa: a mythical, half-demon, half-goat nightmare from Alpine and Germanic folklore who specializes in punishing the naughty. None of this “Santa leaves coal” nonsense—Krampus drags misbehaving children straight to the underworld. Iconic, no? And this year, after a two-year stint as a stationary parade (thanks a lot, COVID), the Krewe of Krampus is bringing its hauntingly fabulous walking parade back to the streets of New Orleans. Bigger, badder, and beastlier than ever!
The Motto: Naughty or Nice? Krampus Doesn’t Care.
Let’s get one thing straight: Krampus isn’t here to judge your year’s moral balance. He’s here to celebrate the naughty—and what better city than New Orleans to let your inner imp run wild? The Krewe of Krampus lives by the motto, “Krampus knows when you’ve been naughty. He doesn’t care if you’ve been nice.” This parade is a walking testament to glorious mischief, with big hairy costumes, elaborate horned headpieces, and more demon-inspired fabulousness than you’ll find in any German forest.
But wait, this event isn’t just about fright and delight. The parade is also a Toys for Tots fundraiser, because even a goat-demon can get into the giving spirit. Onlookers are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate—a chance to redeem your inner child while you watch Krampus drag imaginary brats to their eternal doom. It’s all for a good cause, with a side of wicked theatrics.
Location, Location, Location
Here’s the kicker: our charming New Orleans Guest House is located just an easy walk away from all the Krampus action. Why fight for parking or miss half the parade trying to navigate traffic? Stay with us, and you’re a hop, skip, and maybe a frolic (after a few cocktails) from the festivities. Plus, with the French Quarter decked out in its finest holiday bling, you’ll feel the magic—or mischief—before you even step out the door.
Oh, and did I mention we’ve got one of those iconic streetcar stops visible right from our front door? Whether you’re heading to the parade or exploring the city’s other festive hot spots, that streetcar is your golden ticket to ride (and sip) through NOLA in style.
Make a Weekend of It
Let’s be real: you can’t just pop in for the Krampus NOLAuf Parade. This is New Orleans, honey! The fun doesn’t end when the parade wraps up. After Krampus has wreaked his havoc, stick around for the French Quarter nightlife. Dance off your sins to live music, devour some late-night beignets, sip on adult beverages that are strong enough to warm even Krampus’s icy heart, and let the spirit of the season (and maybe a little bourbon) move you.
New Orleans has decked the halls as only NOLA can, blending spooky, sparkly, and saucy into a holiday cocktail you won’t find anywhere else. From dazzling light displays to steamy jazz clubs, this city does Christmas with a flair for the fabulous. So why not make a long weekend of it? Celebrate Krampus, enjoy the music, food, and revelry, and savor a holiday season that’s equal parts naughty and nice.
Book Your Stay Now
Whether you’re here to embrace the holiday chaos or just want a front-row seat to Krampus’s antics, we at the New Orleans Guest House are ready to welcome you with clean, affordable accommodations and the kind of warm, friendly staff who will never judge you for embracing your inner mischief-maker. For additional information on accommodations call us directly at 504.566.1177 OR 1.800.562.1177. Or visit online at neworleansguest.house.
So pack your sass, your naughtiest holiday spirit, and maybe an unwrapped toy for the kids. Come for the parade, stay for the French Quarter fun, and let Krampus NOLAuf 2024 be the holiday memory you’ll never forget—or recover from.
Krampus is watching. Will you join the naughty list?