From Midnight Sun concerts to Christmas markets — everything happening in Iceland, organised by season and region.
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Planning a trip this month? Here's what's on.
Highlights this month
Events this month
Travellers think in seasons — here's what's on in each.
Winter
Nov – Mar
Spring
Apr – May
Summer
Jun – Aug
Autumn
Sep – Oct
Every major festival, concert and cultural event in Iceland.
Þorrablót — Mid-Winter Festival
Restaurants & community halls
Ancient Norse mid-winter festival featuring traditional Icelandic foods — hákarl (fermented shark), svið (sheep's head) and brennivín schnapps. One of Iceland's most authentic cultural experiences.
Reykjavík Food & Fun Festival
Reykjavík city centre
Top international and local chefs compete using Icelandic ingredients. Tasting menus, workshops and pop-up events across the city.
Beer Day (Bjórdagurinn)
Bars across Reykjavík
Iceland celebrates the legalisation of beer on 1 March 1989. Bars across Reykjavík mark the occasion with tastings, craft beer launches and specials.
DesignMarch Reykjavík
Reykjavík Design District
Iceland's premier design festival showcasing local and Nordic designers across architecture, fashion, product design and graphic arts.
Aldrei fór ég suður — Westfjords Folk Festival
Ísafjörður
Free annual folk and indie music festival in the dramatic Westfjords fjords. One of Iceland's most beloved and intimate music events.
First Day of Summer (Sumardagurinn fyrsti)
Towns across Iceland
Iceland's ancient celebration of summer's arrival — parades, outdoor concerts, traditional gifts and festivities in towns across the country.
Reykjavík Arts Festival (Listahátíð)
Reykjavík
Two weeks of international performing arts, visual art and music across Reykjavík's leading cultural venues. Iceland's largest annual arts event.
LungA Festival
Seyðisfjörður
A week-long arts festival in the magical rainbow-streeted village of Seyðisfjörður — art, music, performance and workshops in a stunning fjord setting.
Secret Solstice Festival
Reykjavík
The world's only festival played entirely under the midnight sun. 96 hours of daylight, international headliners and unique glacier/volcano experiences.
Skálholt Summer Concerts
Skálholt Cathedral
Classical music concerts at Iceland's historic bishopric cathedral — a magical setting for chamber music, choral concerts and baroque performances.
Þjóðhátíð — Vestmannaeyjar Festival
Vestmannaeyjar
Iceland's largest outdoor festival — 15,000 people on a volcanic island, camping, bonfire, live music and fireworks. A unique Icelandic experience.
Verslunarmannahelgi — National Long Weekend
Reykjavík / Þórsmörk / campgrounds
Iceland's biggest party weekend — families flock to nature, outdoor concerts erupt at Þórsmörk, Þingvellir and campsites across the country.
Reykjavík Gay Pride
Reykjavík
One of Europe's most inclusive pride festivals — the main parade draws 100,000+ people, nearly a third of the entire population of Iceland.
Reykjavík Marathon
Reykjavík
Annual marathon through Reykjavík's streets with full marathon, half marathon and 10K options. Scenic coastal and downtown routes.
Menningarnótt — Culture Night
Reykjavík
Reykjavík's biggest free cultural event — museums open late, concerts in the streets, art installations, fireworks and tens of thousands of participants.
Reykjavík International Film Festival (RIFF)
Reykjavík cinemas
Cutting-edge cinema from around the world, plus a spotlight on Icelandic and Nordic film. Guest directors, workshops and industry events.
Iceland Airwaves
Multiple venues, Reykjavík
The world-famous indie music showcase where international artists and Iceland's best talent fill dozens of Reykjavík venues over five nights.
Christmas Village at Ingólfstorg
Ingólfstorg Square, Reykjavík
Festive outdoor market in the heart of Reykjavík with crafts, food stalls, mulled wine and a magical Christmas atmosphere.
Jólahlaðborð Season
Restaurants across Iceland
Icelandic Christmas buffet season — restaurants serve traditional smoked lamb, ptarmigan, skyr desserts and festive treats through December.
It's not all in Reykjavík — festivals happen from the Westfjords to the East.
Reykjavík
Food & Fun, Secret Solstice
Ísafjörður
Aldrei fór ég suður
Akureyri
Aurora season events
Seyðisfjörður
LungA Festival
Vestmannaeyjar
Þjóðhátíð
Þórsmörk
Verslunarmannahelgi
Deep dives into Iceland's best events and cultural moments.
Iceland Festival Guide
Music, culture and outdoor festivals for every season.
🎄Christmas in Iceland
Markets, traditions and festive experiences in December.
☀️Summer Events Guide
Midnight Sun festivals, outdoor concerts and national holidays.
✨Northern Lights Season
Aurora events and best viewing months (Sep–Apr).
🎵Music Festivals in Iceland
From Airwaves to Secret Solstice — the full guide.
🗺️Plan Your Trip
Build your perfect Iceland itinerary around events.
Iceland's biggest events — Verslunarmannahelgi, Airwaves, Gay Pride and the Westfjords festival — sell accommodation fast. Book 3–6 months ahead for July and August weekends. Off-peak months like February, April and October offer great events with far less competition for hotels and car rentals.
Build your Iceland itinerary around these events →