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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…
Baroque for a Shilling - On the Trail of the Nordic Baroque
Monsters, cannibalism, and earthquakes – Nordic broadside ballads are brought to life! How does Baroque and folk music meet so that forgotten stories can be heard once again? The trio Bislet Barokk and multi-instrumentalist Aurora Rósudóttir Luciano join forces here, combining historical instruments, zithers, improvisation, and storytelling to bring Nordic broadside ballads to life. The result is…
Vikings in Reykjavík: Village, Museum, Hotel, and Restaurant
Immerse yourself in Reykjavík’s Viking heritage. Visit the Viking village, explore the museum, stay at themed hotels, and dine at authentic Viking restaurants.
Reykjavik Classics in Harpa Summer 2017
Iceland´s award-winning concert hall Harpa proudly presents Reykjavik Classics in Eldborg summer 2017. This unique concert series is now in its second year and is indeed a welcome addition to the vibrant scene of arts and culture in the Capital. Reykjavik Classics features live classical music performed by artists of the highest caliber in “one of the ten best concert halls of the new millennium.”
Hallgrímskirkja Church Tower
The Evangelical-Lutheran church Hallgrimskirkja is a living and thriving church in the center of Reykjavík. Hallgrímskirkja is both a national monument, dedicated to the most renowned sacred poet of Iceland, Hallgrímur Pétursson, and a mid-town parish church with a vibrant parochial life and musical activity. Hallgrímskirkja is the largest church in Iceland and towers over the centre of Reykjavík…
Christina Pluhar & L'Arpeggiata: Alla Napoletana!
Christina Pluhar, one of the world’s foremost interpreters of early music, will bring her ensemble L’Arpeggiata to the Reykjavík Early Music Festival in the week before Easter in 2026. She will be taking listeners on a beguiling journey through the streets and alleyways of Naples across the centuries. During our trek, we will encounter operatic hotheads seething like Mount Vesuvius, hear songs of…
Sónar Reykjavík starts today
The 4th Sónar Reykjavík starts today at Harpa at 20:00 and follows the success of its three previous festivals. The program consists of 77 performances on 18,19 and 20 February which all takes place at Harpa Music Hall and Conference Centre.
Reykjavík Jazz Festival starts today!
The annual Reykjavík Jazz festival is an increasingly prestigious event on the international jazz scene. Founded in 1990 it is the second longest running music festival in Iceland.
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.
Film In Reykjavík
Over the past few decades an extensive film industry possessing a full range of know-how and experience has been built in Reykjavik. A thriving and ever-growing film and commercial scene has produced a rich pool of professionals in all areas of film-making, production and event management.