Photos with St. Nikolaus

Take photos with our very own mascot, St. Nikolaus, in the Cabin at Bancroft Park! This event is hosted by OCCA and you can find more information here: Photos with Santa — Old Colorado City

St. Nicholas of Myra. Born around the third century in what is now Turkey, Nicholas became known throughout Europe for his generosity, his protection of the vulnerable, and his miraculous acts. Medieval texts celebrated him as a patron of sailors, merchants, and above all, children.

By the seventeenth century, most German regions celebrated 6 December as St. Nikolaus Tag in some way, whether through small gifts, sweets, or symbolic blessings. This transformation from saintly ritual to household celebration was helped by the Reformation. While Protestant regions no longer emphasized the veneration of saints, St. Nicholas proved surprisingly resilient. Many families simply kept the tradition on cultural rather than religious grounds. Over time, Nicholas shifted from…