Krampuslauf 2026: Hellish Creatures Take Over Prague's Riegrovy Sady Park

Twelve groups from the Czech Republic, Austria and Germany will create a terrifying spectacle at the sixth edition of the Krampuslauf

By PragueDailyWednesday, November 11, 2026

Photo: Energy Pub Riegrovy Sady

Fire, terrifying masks and rattling chains: Things are about to get hellish once again in Prague's Riegrovy Sady Park. At the sixth edition of the Prague Krampus Run in early December, visitors can expect a spectacular parade featuring numerous Krampus figures from three countries.

The traditional Krampuslauf (Krampus Run) returns to Prague's Riegrovy Sady Park in 2026. A total of twelve Krampus groups from the Czech Republic, Austria and Germany will take part in the event, transforming the popular park into a dark and eerie setting. Visitors can look forward to a varied programme of music, fire shows and a grand Krampus parade on 5 December 2026.

The gates to the event venue will open at 12 noon. Until the main programme begins, visitors can enjoy food and hot drinks, warm themselves by the fire pits or take a break in the heated tent.

Photo: Energy Pub Riegrovy Sady

The entertainment programme begins at 3 pm with music, fire shows and the opportunity to take photographs with the elaborately costumed Krampus figures.

Grand Krampus Parade from 4.30 pm

The highlight of the event begins at 4.30 pm: Accompanied by drumbeats, rattling chains and blazing flames, numerous Krampus figures will parade through the park. The spectacular procession is expected to last around 90 minutes, creating a truly eerie atmosphere.