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The festive season wasn’t always about mince pies and wanton consumerism. In fact, ancient folklore was more O Holy Fright than O Holy Night

Many of our beloved stories and traditions remind us that there is an element of horror in Christmas.

Silent night can also be a spooky night: Across Europe, Christmas monsters have been scaring children for centuries. Here are seven of those stories.

Silent night can also be a spooky night: Across Europe, Christmas monsters have been scaring children for centuries. Here are seven of those stories.

Fans of 'The Office' may recognize Belsnickel, but you should also get to know other Christmas monsters like Krampus and the Yule Lads.

Silent night can also be a spooky night: Across Europe, Christmas monsters have been scaring children for centuries. Here are seven of those stories.

While we've all heard of Santa Claus, in some parts of the world a Christmas Devil called Krampus exists, who punishes naughty children.

While most children around the world hope for a visit from Santa on Christmas Day, in some parts of the world different tales are shared during the

All scary Christmas characters were there from the darker side of yule when more than Santa was there. These creatures would be there to encourage better behavior the whole year for the bad children.

From hiding brooms to parading around with a mares skull, CTVNews.ca takes a look at Christmas practices that many Canadians may find odd, unusual or downright creepy.