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03 Feb

Romance in the North

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner — what could be more romantic than a getaway to Akureyri?

23 Jan

Happy Bóndadagur!

Bóndadagur literally means “Farmer’s Day” — a traditional Icelandic day dedicated to the men of the household.

20 Jan

Solar Storm Sparks Spectacular Aurora

Last night and into the early hours, those lucky enough to go Northern Lights spotting were treated to an amazing show!

12 Jan

Most Beautiful New Building of 2025!

Hafnarstræti 75 in Akureyri — the new building of Hotel Akureyri — has been voted Most Beautiful New Building of 2025 in a public poll by Arkitektúruppreisnin in Iceland

06 Jan

Farewell to Christmas

January 6th, or Þrettándinn, marks the end of the Icelandic Christmas season.

05 Jan

Births at Akureyri Hospital in 2025

Of those newborns, 169 were girls and 220 were boys — a

02 Jan

Happy New Year from Akureyri

We hope you had a wonderful holiday season.

29 Dec

New Year

The Akureyri New Year’s bonfire will be held on open ground just south of the Jaðar golf clubhouse (at the same location as last year).

19 Dec

Holidays in Akureyri: What’s Open and Happening

Spending Christmas or New Year in Akureyri? Whether you’re looking for activities, events, or just want to know which shops and facilities are open, we’ve got you covered.

11 Dec

🎄 The Icelandic Yule Lads Are Coming! 🎄

Starting December 11, the mischievous Icelandic Santas, known as the Yule Lads (Jólasveinar), begin their festive visits!