Krampus Film Festival

Overview

Krampus FIlm Festival is a small grassroots film festival in its fifth year. It is part of the Krampus ASBURY PARK Festival - a storytelling festival that encourages the sharing of folklore, the creation of community and joy of shared experience through many different mediums. Our Festival is unique and niche. We push the boundaries of a small part of folklore to show how storytelling is an innate part of human nature. And we howl at the moon while we do it. In addition to telling the story of Krampus, an agent of retribution for the Yule Tide, we also explore the darker nature of our social customs. This film festival is not only exciting and fun, but it is necessary. Krampus and the other Monsters of Yuletide are the authenticities that many feel the world is lacking. Plus we love scaring the jebus out of children of all ages. Yule Cat, Gryla, Krampus, La Befana..and so many more remind us that the world was not always so glib. There are repercussions for our actions. Santa is not the only one who keeps a list. But also, remember, the holidays are a time of reflection on the past and of course, the ghosts of the past! So included in our list of acceptable themes is Ghost Stories!

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

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• Filmmaker

  As a humble film animation student, it is an honor to have been selected to be part of the Krampus Film Festival. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity! Though I will not be able to make it in person due to this year's very unusual circumstances, I will definitely be in attendance in the future! Thank you again!

• Filmmaker

  What a wonderful festival - I am honoured that Secret Santa screened alongside the other fantastic films!

• Filmmaker

  Thank you very much for allowing me to take part in your festival. Comfortable and warm venue and atmosphere.

• Filmmaker

  I received an Official Selection email, but I am unsure if my short played at this festival or not. Unfortunately, they did not post a lineup on their website or on their Facebook. I have tried asking several times on their Facebook about the film festival, selections, winners, and pictures, but they did not respond. Their email on filmfreeway links to the local festival (not film). I sincerely hope others had/have better luck with this festivals communication.

• Filmmaker

  Very happy to be selected for the Krampus Film Festival. Thank you so much for everything! I look forward to next time!

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