Happy Krampusnacht! Today in Germany, other parts of Europe, and increasingly more places, people will dress up as Krampus, a demon that swats misbehaving children with branches or steals the presents St. Nicholas has given them. During celebrations, those dressed as Krampus hand out bundles of twigs as a reminder that if any kids do anything remotely naughty, they will be assaulted by a demon. Happy holidays!