Pennsylvania Krampusnacht 2026
Hosted primarily indoors, the event features live music, an interactive cast, games, and the Kristkindlemarkt marketplace with alternative crafts and art vendors. Outside in Gryla's Grove, attendees can explore food trucks, demonstrations, and a yuletide Viking village featuring live combat and strongman displays by the Lehigh Valley Viking Age Combat League. The main lobby hosts Belsnickel's BrotHaus & Biergarten serving authentic German fare, alongside a costume contest with categories like King Krampus and Evil Elf.
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Food & Drink
Belsnickel’s BrotHaus & Biergarten serves German fare in the main lobby, and food trucks are in Gryla’s Grove.
Parking
Zembo lots are along 3rd and 4th streets; free and paid public parking, garages, and lots are within walking distance.
Accessibility
The building lacks an elevator, but wheelchair and ground-level access is provided via an escorted special entrance upon request at the front door.
Pets
Service animals only.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets online before arriving; tickets are not sold at the door, and entry on arrival depends on online availability.
- Wait until 11am to access the Viking grounds; early arrivals can visit nearby Riverfront Park or Italian Lake Park.
- Use the Zembo lots along 3rd and 4th streets or nearby public garages and lots within walking distance.
- Consider public transit: Route 3 and the Route 3/6 night loop stop at Zembo Shrine.
- Ask front-door staff for an escort to the ground-level accessible entrance; the building does not have an elevator.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children aged 12 and under receive free admission.
- Twilight tickets are available as a separate ticket option.
- The Viking Yule pre-party features performances before the main event.
- The event is fully indoors this year, except for Gryla’s Grove.
- A weather date may be activated if extreme or dangerous weather requires it.
Links & Contact
Run by Black Rock Events
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the event suitable for children?
All ages are welcome, and children aged 12 and under can attend for free.
What can visitors see and do?
The event includes live music, an interactive cast, games, a marketplace, food trucks, demonstrations, a Viking village, live combat, strongman displays, and a costume contest.
What food is available?
Food trucks are in Gryla’s Grove, and authentic German fare is served at Belsnickel’s BrotHaus & Biergarten in the main lobby.
Do tickets need to be purchased in advance?
Tickets are available online only; there will be no door sales. Tickets may be bought on arrival online, subject to availability.
What parking and transit options are available?
Zembo parking lots are along 3rd and 4th streets, with public parking garages and lots within walking distance. Public transit routes also stop at Zembo Shrine.
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