KrampusKINDL 2025

Step into the eerie magic of KrampusKindl, the ugly brother to Kitchener's famous Christkindl Market! Now in its 9th year and growing bigger and stranger than ever, this event showcases incredible artists and vendors offering the perfect gifts for friends and family who embrace the wonderfully unusual.

WALK-INS WELCOME!

WHEN:
This is a 3 day event.
Friday December 5th, 5pm - 9pm
Saturday December 6th, 12 pm - 6 pm
Sunday December 7th, 11 pm - 5 pm

FEATURING:
UNIQUE GIFTS! • KRAMPUS CARDS •WEIRDO BOOKS • ODD CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS • ORIGINAL ART • BLACK FRAME ART SHOW! • THE BEASTAGON!

WHAT DO I GET WITH MY FREE TICKET?

PHOTOS WITH KRAMPUS ADJACENT SPECTRES:

•RAVENSTAG will be joining for PHOTOS on FRIDAY BETWEEN 6:30 & 8:30 PM
•MISS CONDUCT IN KRAMPUS DRAG will be joining for PHOTOS on SATURDAY BETWEEN 1:3O PM AND 4 PM

The History of KrampusKINDL ~ What began as a small, cozy open studio Christmas event—where Vincent Marcone (known as My Pet Skeleton) sold his eerie Krampus cards alongside his artwork—has now transformed into a gathering of amazing artists and vendors, taking over the entire first floor of a bustling creative hub in downtown kitchener.

PARKING:
Parking is FREE. The entrance to the parking is located on Joseph Street.

CHRISKINDL VS KRAMPUSKINDL:
We are JUST a BLOCK away from the Kitchener's CHRISKINDL market (2 minute walk)! Free parking! Stop HERE and park before making your way to the lighter side of a traditional Christmas Market.

WALK-INS WELCOME!:
You do NOT need a ticket to walk in the door. When you register, it really helps us know if our marketing efforts are working... so every ticket is a big help to make our event grow. Thank you!

HOW DO I GET A FREE SIGNED POSTER?*
Present your Free ticket to My Pet Skeleton's BOOTH at the show and get a signed OFFICIAL KrampusKINDL poster (while supplies last ~ 200 will be created for the event ~ 100 on Friday, 50 on Saturday and 50 on Sunday). Any ticket will work (Friday, Saturday or Sunday ticket) as long as you have one of them. *1 poster per phone (digital ticket) / Or 1 poster per printed ticket. You MUST be there in person to receive the poster and cannot collect them on behalf of others.

HOW DO I GET A FREE BEASTING BOOKLET?*
Present your Free ticket to My Pet Skeleton's BOOTH at the show and get a BEASTING BOOK handed to you! (while supplies last ~ 100 will be created for the event starting on Friday). Any ticket will work (Friday, Saturday or Sunday ticket) as long as you have one of them. *1 poster per phone (digital ticket) / Or 1 poster per printed ticket. You MUST be there in person to receive the booklet and cannot collect them on behalf of others. A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE CITY OF KITCHENER FOR PROVIDING THESE BOOKLETS AND GIVING THEM AWAY!!! (Designed by My Pet Skeleton).

MORE INFO:

1) There are two entrances. Krampus-KINDL is located by the entrance CLOSEST to the parking lot or closest JOSEPH St. Just follow the signs on the doors! There will be people there to guide you once you get into the building.

2) This is a 3 day event.

Handmade mischief by Canadian creators...

ARTIST & VENDOR LIST
Kamila Mlynarczyk / Woodedwoods
Handmade Curiosities
The Fabled Creative Co.
BRFC
CDW Artistry
The Kali Forest
Rebecca Reeves Boutique
Natasha Gibski Enterprises
JD Art Company
Creepy Clayworks
Optilius Pottery
Red Butt Ceramics
Patina Patata
Graphite Orchid Studio
Haunted Juju
Luna's Coven Candles
Nathalie Prévost ( The Barefoot Potter )
Roman Bienko
Torin Langen
Which is Witch
Zoë Woodrow Design
KIPTOOTH
Tiny Ghost Crew
Saint Yams
Ami With Iri
Liminal Record
Dark Harmony Soap Co.
Nameless Artist
Dubleve Wands
Fullmoon Cystals by E
Animal Magic Oracle
Harry Kooy
JW Nails
Nehad ABD Alkader
My Pet Skeleton