Normally, an invitation to check out a tribute band should be met with a polite decline. But when the opportunity arises to check out tribute bands that twist the templates of their namesakes into a Krampus-themed celebration, we have to accept. Krammpstein uses elaborate costumes and a wild stage show to set the mood for a dark celebration of the season, with Krampus-themed reimaginings of popular cuts from German industrial-rock giants Rammstein. We have yet to experience openers Marilyn Krampson, but go anyway — the whole night is guaranteed to be one of the most surreal holiday events of 2014.

Sat., Dec. 20, 9 p.m., 2014
(Expired: 12/20/14)

Advertising disclosure: We may receive compensation for some of the links in our stories. Thank you for supporting LA Weekly and our advertisers.