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Reykjavík’s literary life blooming in September
The 79th PEN International Congress will be held in Reykjavík from September 9 – 12 2013. The theme is Digital Frontiers: Linguistic Rights and Freedom of Speach. Parts of the Congress programme are open to the public, as part of PEN International’s roaming event series, Free the Word! The Reykjavík International Literary Festival will coincide with the congress, as it starts on…
WINTER LIGHTS FESTIVAL STARTING THE 7TH OF FEBRUARY!
Winter Lights Festival 2019 Winter Lights Festival is an annual event that celebrates both the winter world and the growing sun light after a long period of darkness. The program consists of light installations, culture and outdoor activities. The festival provides entertainment for Reykjavík’s locals and guests alike. The programme reflects the many faces of Reykjavík´s capital area; with the…
Our remarkable winter wonders draw attention in Berlin!
Over 300 hundred guests, including many journalists and operators in the tourist industry gathered at a press event at the Icelandic embassy in Berlin last week to find out what remarkable things Iceland has to offer visitors during the winter season.The event, which was especially organised in collaboration with Visit Reykjavik, Promote Iceland, the Icelandic Embassy in Berlin and WOW air, was…
RAINBOW REYKJAVÍK 2014
Celebrate Iceland's Winter Pride Festival from 30. Jan - 2. Feb Late January 2014 heralds the start of the 3rd annual Rainbow Reykjavík LGBT Winter Pride Festival in Reykjavík. The 3-day programme offers a mixture of nature, activities, culture, cuisine, music and nightlife. It starts on the 30th of January with a soak in the Blue Lagoon, followed by dinner at the renowned Lava Restaurant and…
Dark Magic-Winter Lights Festival 2-5 February 2017
A splendid Winter Lights Festival will take place 2-5 February in all six municipalities of the capital area. This is the sixteenth time that this festival of light and darkness is held, comprising four main features – Museum Night, Swimming Pool Night, Snow Party and Light Art – along with more than 150 events to which countless artists contribute in order to create a unique ambiance in the…
Peace and commemoration on Viðey Island Thursday August 7th
Peace and commemoration on Viðey Island Thursday August 7thToday Thursday August 7th Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will be lit in the memory of the children who have lost their lives during the horrifying conflicts in Gaza. The artist and the peace activist, Yoko Ono, who in 2007 installed IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on Viðey Island in the memory of her husband John Lennon, announced a few days…
Space for humans: the Moon on earth
Space for Humans: The Moon on Earth is a new exhibition at the Reykjavík Museum of Photography. On the occasion of the exhibition, a talk with the photographer Matthew Broadhead will be held on Friday, November 15 at 12:10. The event is in English and admission is free. The exhibition is open every day November 14, 2019 - February 3, 2020. In his work, Broadhead explores the connections…
A Seasonal Guide to the Best Times of Year to Visit Reykjavík
Discover the best time to visit Reykjavík with our seasonal guide. Explore unique activities, weather tips, and events for every season to plan your perfect trip.
Your Reykjavík Guide from January to April
Discover the magic of Reykjavík from January to April! From breathtaking northern lights and the enchanting Winter Lights Festival to cozy indoor activities and unique Easter traditions, this guide has everything you need to make the most of Reykjavík's winter magic and spring awakenings. Start planning your unforgettable adventure today!
Reykjavík Children's Culture Festival
Children's culture, culture for children, and culture with children are the three main aspects of the Reykjavík Children’s Culture Festival: a week-long arts and culture festival dedicated to children and youth.