Reykjavík Music City
The city is home to an eclectic collection of genres, venues, events and performers that makes any music experience memorable. No matter what time of year, a visit to Reykjavík is not complete without exploring its unique music scene!
Festivals and events in Reykjavík
Reykjavík City is a hotbed of activity all year round, with a remarkable number of annual festivals and seasonal events attracting countless festivalgoers and media attention from around the world.
Winter in Reykjavik
There’s never a dull day in Reykjavík during the wintertime, even if the days are dark! Apart from the occasional fall of luminous snow and regular displays of Northern Lights, there’s also a full calendar of cultural events with festivities galore, concerts, plays and many seasonal exhibitions.
Dark Music Days
JanuaryDark Music Days is an annual music festival that has lit up the darkest period of the Icelandic winter in Reykjavík for over 40 years. It offers an exciting environment that caters to the curious mind with high-quality music and world-class performers
Be inspired for your visit to Reykjavík
Explore our collection of articles designed to inspire and help you plan the perfect trip to Reykjavík. Whether you're seeking art, nature, or unique local experiences, there's something here for everyone!
Festivals & Events in Hafnarfjörður
Hafnarfjörður hosts exciting events throughout the year, everything from music festivals to celebrations of Vikings and hidden people. Here you can find the main yearly events happening in the town so be sure to check it out before you plan your trip to Hafnarfjörður.
Open Club Day and Dark Music Days this weekend!
This Saturday, February 1st, many of Reykjavík's most iconic music venues are opening their doors to the public with exciting free events during the day One such venue is Harpa, Icelands biggest concert venue.
Reykjavík in 72 hours
What can you do in Reykjavík with 72 hours of your time? Well, a lot! We've put together an itinerary to help you make the most of your time in Reykjavik, Iceland — with 72 hours - 3 whole days - to spend in the city. You have an excellent chance to see and experience the culture, cuisine and character of the capital of Iceland, Reykjavík city. Let's dive deeper.
48 Hour Itinerary Culture Edition
Visit Reykjavik knows that visitors to Reykjavík are looking for things to do in the capital, and culture is a large part of wanting to check out Iceland. For a tiny nation in the middle of the North Atlantic, Iceland sure does have a lot of culture!
A Christmas Weekend Itinerary in Reykjavík
Spend a long December weekend wandering through Reykjavík’s winter glow, where candlelit windows, steaming pools, and festive markets turn the dark days bright.