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Winter Lights Festival
The long winter days of darkness in Reykjavík will be illuminated magnificently at the city’s next annual Winter Lights Festival.
Mark Christmas's end with bonfires in Reykavík
Get a taste of the celebrations, and perhaps catch a glimpse of the elves at a Þrettándabrenna bonfire.
How and where to see a total solar eclipse in Reykjavík on August 12, 2026
Plan your trip for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse in Iceland. Discover the best viewing spots in Reykjavík and beyond, plus how to best enjoy the eclipse.
Peace and multiculturalism celebrated on Viðey Island!
On Saturday December 8th between 2.15 – 5 p.m., the yearly Peace and Multiculturalism event will take place on Viðey Island. The event is a perfect opportunity for families to enjoy a fun programme and experience togetherness in the peaceful environment of Viðey Island.In Viðey House, Elsa Nielsen will read from her new book Brosbókin. Later, children can enjoy handicrafts and sing…
December Delights in Reykjavík
The month of December will offer a packed programme of events in Reykjavík, formally launched on 27 November with the lighting of the Christmas lights on the Oslo tree on Austurvöllur. The event begins at 16:00, and some of the Icelandic Yuletide Lads (jólasveinar) are expected to make an appearance.
Reykjavík Pride a ten day celebration!
Reykjavík Pride is celebrating 20 years of LGBTQ marching this year! The celebration starts tomorrow the 8th of August and ends with a bang with the Pride walk down Skólavörðurstígur on the 17th. This colourful event brings tens of thousands of people into the city centre every year to show solidarity and to have fun with the LGBTQ community in Reykjavik. People of all genders, friends, relatives…
New Year's Eve in Reykjavík
Join 200,000 people on New Year's Eve as the city's population unleashes an unforgettable epic display of fireworks! New Year’s Eve in the capital area is an exratordinary experience, especially given the fact that there are no official firework displays in the city. This legendary night is very much created by the people of Reykjavik who collectively do an amazing job. …
Hamraborg Festival
Hamraborg Festival is a multidisciplinary artist-run art festival focusing on visual arts, site-specific works, performance art and social engagements.
The European Film Awards 2022
The European Film Awards will take place in Reykjavík on the 10th of December. The anticipated award ceremony will be broadcast live and many talented Icelandic artists are a part of the team that brings this event to life.
Events on Reykjavík Culture Night
The city comes alive with various events all over the city. Check out the schedule!