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Reykjavík Folk Festival
No Date Yet for 2021 The Reykjavík Folk Festival is a three-day musical feast celebrating the diversity and breadth of the Icelandic folk music scene.
Thirteen Footsteps in the Snow: The Story of Iceland’s Yule Lads
Christmas in Iceland arrives one visitor at a time, as thirteen mischievous Yule Lads step down from the mountains and into the heart of winter stories.
December in Reykjavík
Our wonderful Holiday season, crowned regularly with displays of enchanting Northern Lights, is one of the city’s main winter attractions; however, it’s not just those otherworldly illuminations and extravagant decorations getting all the attention.
Festival of the sea 1.-2. of June
Festival of the Sea is an extension of Fishermen’s Day which is held on the first Sunday in June. The festival celebrations take place on both Saturday and Sunday, with the events on Saturday being referred to as Harbour Day. The festival reflects traditional Icelandic culture and the nation’s long-standing dependency on fishing. The festival celebrates all aspects of the sea, such as…
Reykjavík Jazz Festival
The annual Reykjavík Jazz Festival takes place between 4th and the 8th of September this year. The festival is an increasingly prestigious event on the international jazz scene. It has been running since 1990 which makes it the second oldest music festival in Iceland. Therefore this year it will be held for the 30th time. You'll find performances in a variety of styles, from contemporary…
Reykjavík Open
AprilThe Reykjavik Open is an annual chess tournament held in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Jazz Festival
AugustThe festival hosts performances in a variety of styles, from contemporary jazz and the avant-garde to Latin jazz, gospel, and big bands. It features many acclaimed international Jazz players and Iceland’s leading Jazz musicians.
CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS IN REYKJAVÍK
Celebrating Icelandic Christmas Tree Traditions December is one of the most magical months in Reykjavík. Marking the beginning of the holiday season, for more than half a century, is the lighting of the iconic Oslo Christmas tree on the Austurvöllur Parliament square, followed by lighting of Christmas trees all around the capital area such as in Hafnarfjörður Heritage Harbor, Mosfellsbær…
10 years of Stockfish Film Festival
Stockfish Film and Industry Festival proudly announces its 10th-anniversary celebration, taking place from April 4th to April 14th, 2024. In honour of this significant occasion, Stockfish extends a warm invitation to all, offering free admission to this year's festivities.
Reykjavík Jazz Festival starts the 29th of August
The annual Reykjavík Jazz Festival will be held from the 29th of August - 5th of September. The festival hosts performances in a variety of styles, from contemporary jazz and the avant-garde to Latin jazz, gospel and big bands.