Mitaartut

Kunngit pingasut / Epiphany 👹🎃

The 6th of January is a festive tradition in Greenland that fuses indigenous Inuit culture with Danish influence and shines a light on Greenland's rich cultural heritage.

In Diskobay, Mitaartut knock on doors and if the residents say "Iserit," which means "come in," they enter the home, dancing and not communicate in an attempt not to be recognized.

Residents try to regonizes the person and might recognize or not. You newer know if Mitaartoq is qivittoq, ghost or citizen. 🧟‍♀️👻

Mitaartut in Diskobay starts early as New Year's Eve. People go out at night and tease Mitaartut, - Mitaartoq then chase after those strolling through town, creating a lively atmosphere filled with both fright and excitement. 🤡😰

A trip to Diskobay during this period offers the opportunity to experience a Mitaartoq, who can be dressed in reindeer skins, wearing polar bear masks, wearing Santa clothes or even in a very spooky or funny costume.