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Our Annual Festival Calendar is Online!
There are 74 exciting annual festivals in the city of Reykjavík. With our annual events calendar, you can plan your trip to Iceland around the festivals which arouse your interests.
The Festival of the Sea
This weekend, the first weekend of June, an annual event of celebrating the Seaman’s Day is held throughout all of Iceland’s coastline towns and villages. The Seaman's Day has been celebrated in Iceland since 1938 to honour those who work at sea and the fishery in Iceland.
Lighting of the Oslo Christmas Tree 2017!
The Advent this year will be formally launched on 3 December at 16:00, with the lighting of the Christmas lights on the Oslo Tree in Austurvöllur.
Halloween in Árbær Open Air Museum
If you're here in Reykjavík, or will ever be during Halloween, then a visit to Árbær Open Air Museum is a must as it's an event that no Halloween fan should miss. The museum's staff compete to capture the mysterious atmosphere that accompanies this time and it can surely be said that they outdo themselves every year!
UEFA 2016 Fanzone in the heart of Reykjavík
An official Fanzone for the UEFA European Football Championship 2016 in France will formally open at Ingólfstorg on June 10 at 6 p.m. and be open to the public throughout the competition. All matches or 45 matches (apart from those played simultaneously in the last round of the group stage) will be shown along with family friendly entertainment.
Unveiling of the Artwork Slettireka at the Winter Lights Festival Opening
The Winter Lights Festival was formally opened yesterday with the unveiling of the artwork Slettireka (Busybody) by Halldór Eldjárn and Þórður Hans Baldursson. The Harpa façade was turned into a beautiful interactive canvas by participants.
The 5k Color Run in Reykjavík!
This Saturday, The Color Run by Alvogen will take place in downtown Reykjavík, with approximately 12.000 people expected to participate in the fun.
Gröndal‘s House in Focus in October
Admission is free to Gröndal‘s House for the whole month of October.
Laugardalur
Laugardalur is one of Reykjavík’s premier destinations for family fun and outdoor activities.
Ten Quirky and Beloved Icelandic Traditions
Discover 10 fascinating Icelandic traditions that celebrate history, culture, and community through unique festivals and cherished customs. From sweet treats and maritime tributes to literary wonders, experience the heart of Iceland’s vibrant heritage!