Creepmas Parade Duluth

Delighted to see Mari Lwyd on the Memory and Meaning board at Duluth Folk School! We feel so lucky to have such a special place like the Folk School to gather and explore our creative hearts together.

Community crafting dates are coming soon! You can guess where we'll be meeting. 🖤

Calling all spooktastic actors! We are announcing our Krampus Actor open call!

As a Krampus Actor at the Duluth Creepmas Parade, you will enhance the theatrical experience for parade participants by safely engaging with audience members in costume and guiding the parade down W. Superior Street.

View the position description: docs.google.com/document/d/1ZmHQXrODc-ChRzgezmbw2Wjep7JYmMNhnhI2Ct2we08/edit?usp=sharing

Apply here: forms.gle/LL3yFEruU4akjHNNA

If you need accommodations to complete this form, please email [email protected]

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

We are THRILLED to announce that the Creepmas Parade has received grant funding from Arrowhead Regional Arts Council! These funds will be used to encourage and support community participation and bring even more local artists and musicians into the parade event.

To be awarded grant funds inspires us to expand our creepy impact and we want you to be a part of it! Stay tuned to to our socials learn how to get involved and what will be new for the December 5, 2026 parade!

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Save the Date! Something Creepy this way comes.
Creepmas 2026 is December 5!

A refresher on the Creepmas Code! This is to ensure all are able to enjoy the event and to keep everyone safe. We do this to have fun and express ourselves, not to make anyone uncomfortable or frightened.

Parade in character: Embody your character through gait, sounds, and costumes. Monster noises are great, but no screaming.
Creepy fun, no scares: No intentional scaring of others. No jumping, yelling, or startling participants or spectators. It is not permissible to touch others (with hands or props) without consent.
Costumes: No whips, knives, or anything that could be utilized as a weapon will be allowed. Costumes must be all-ages appropriate.
Enjoy responsibly: Enjoy festive beverages responsibly. Absolutely no pressuring others to drink. No drinking and driving.
Dress appropriately: December in Minnesota can be extremely cold, please dress appropriately. Layers are encouraged and often a necessity!

A refresher on what the Creepmas Parade is all about!

The Creepmas Parade is an outdoor costume parade that takes place in early December in Duluth, MN.

The Creepmas Parade's mission is to provide the community with an annual event where participants can learn about folklore and craft as a community.

It is inspired by Krampus Night, a traditional European celebration that involves people dressing up as Krampus, a half-goat, half-demon figure. It also takes inspiration from the Creepmas aesthetic, a macabre, gothic, and spooky way to celebrate the winter holiday season.

The Creepmas Parade is a blend of these traditions and aesthetics.

The community gathers in costume and parades through the Lincoln Park Craft District. Bells are the unifying piece of the event.

200 Days till Creepmas 2026. Who's dreaming about costumes already?

Happy Beltane!
Beltane is celebrated around May 1st, marking the peak of spring!

SAVE THE DATE
DECEMBER 5
2026