[He was carrying parts of animals to the port for trading, like the fun person he is. The sudden snow and climate change is rather alarming, but not so much to someone used to Weird World Shenanigans happening now and then, so he won't think that much of it.
That is, until he hears the music, and sees the dancing and ridiculousness going on... this feels like a specific brand of weirdness, and of course once he gets closer he'll be able to confirm as much.]
[But hey, he's happy to see a familiar face. Maybe you can convince him to wear a santa hat.]