Glockenspielplatz

Krampus Visit at the Glockenspielplatz Advent Market

  • 05/12/2026, from 17:00 to 18:00
  • Activity at Advent Market, Tradition
Illuminated Christmas market on Glockenspielplatz in Graz with stalls and visitors. | © Graz Tourismus - Harry Schiffer

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Krampus Visit at the Glockenspielplatz Advent Market

Experience Styrian traditions up close – Krampus comes to Graz’s Old Town

On 5 December 2026, things will get especially exciting at the Advent market on Glockenspielplatz: Krampus is coming to visit, bringing a fascinating piece of traditional Styrian folklore to the heart of Graz’s Old Town.

Krampus is one of the best-known figures in Alpine Advent traditions. With his fearsome appearance, he is traditionally the counterpart to St. Nicholas and can be seen in many places around 5 December.

Experience the Krampus visit in the festive atmosphere of the Glockenspielplatz Advent market, where local handicrafts and Styrian traditions take centre stage.

Date: Saturday, 5 December 2026, 5 – 6 pm

Venue: Advent Market at Glockenspielplatz, 8010 Graz

Getting there by public transport: Glockenspielplatz is located in Graz’s Old Town, within easy walking distance of Hauptplatz (Main Square). For current connections, use the Holding Graz route planner.

Arriving by car: Information about parking in Graz’s city centre is available in the parking garages overview.

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Glockenspielplatz
Address
Glockenspielplatz, 8010 Graz