Öblarn Krampus Play

The Öblarn Krampusspiel preserves centuries-old Alpine customs tied to Advent and Christmas. It was added to Austria’s intangible heritage list for its unique depiction of local mythology and its inclusive, non-violent approach ([www.schladming-dachstein.at](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/events/Oblarner-Krampusspiel-UNESCO-cultural-heritage_ev_447804#:~:text=The%20Krampus%20spectacle%20of%20%C3%96blarn%2C,of%20this%20kind%20in%20Styria)). The event includes traditional roles like the ‘blacksmith’ and ‘Hunter,’ and culminates in the Krampus procession toward midnight, symbolizing the transition from winter to spring ([www.schladming-dachstein.at](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/events/Oblarner-Krampusspiel-UNESCO-cultural-heritage_ev_447804#:~:text=Every%20year%20in%20early%20december,winter%20will%20also%20be%20performed)).