Easter in Akureyri is an unforgettable experience. Below you can find an overview of what is on offer during the holidays (April 1 to April 6, 2026).
To make your visit as enjoyable as possible, it is good to plan ahead. It is possible to book restaurants and many entertainment / culture events in advance.
There are numerous hiking opportunities for outdoor activities. In Mt. Hlíðarfjall there is always plenty going on—you can ski downhill, snowboard, or go cross-country skiing. In and around the town there are diverse hiking paths, you can try disc golf, visit Kjarnaskógur where there are excellent playgrounds and enjoyable walking routes. Ski touring is popular, with many opportunities in the mountains and valleys surrounding the town.
Opening hours of shops/cafés that have submitted information can be found at the end of the document.
Welcome!
We will continue adding events and activities as they are announced, but you can also check the event calendar.
* Kjarnaskógur: Walking paths, sledding hills, playgrounds and cross-country ski tracks (depending on snow conditions; groomed track status available online)
* Akureyri Swimming Pool: 06:45–21:00
* Glerárlaug Swimming Pool: 06:45–21:00
* Information Centre at Hof: open 09:00–14:00
* Grímsey: Ferry from Dalvík at 09:00. On the island there are guesthouses open, a shop 15:00–16:00, Gallaríið 13:30–14:00, and it is possible to go on tours with Arctic Trip. See more at www.grimsey.is, www.vegagerdin.is. Note that it is possible to sail back with the ferry at 14:00 or according to schedule here. Flights are available March 31, April 2nd, 7th and 10th (see more here)
* Heli Air Iceland: Sightseeing flight from Ólafsfjörður 9.00 - 18.00
* Hlíðarfjall Ski area: open 10:00–18:00
* Hafnarstræti 88: The Adventure Window – The Birthday Party – Window installation
* Forestlagoon - Skógarböðin: 10:00–24:00 (last enterance at 23:30)
* Hrísey: Ferry (15-minute crossing) from Árskógssandur approximately every 2 hours throughout the day. From Hrísey at 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 21:00; from Árskógssandur at 11:30, 13:30, 15:30, 17:30, 19:30, 21:30. Swimming pool 15:00–19:00. Shop 16:00–18:30 (self-service cabinet open 24/7), restaurant Verbúðin 66 at 12:00–13:30 (soup lunch) & 18:00–22:00. See more at www.hrisey.is
* Golf hall: 09:00–22:00
* Horse riding:
- AK Riding Tours (11 km from Akureyri): offer rides at 11:00 – 13:00, 15:00. See more at www.akureyriridingtours.is
- Pólarhestar (35 km from Akureyri): open 09:00–19:00. 1 hr, 1.5 hr and 2 hr riding tours offered with coffee and cake afterwards. Also possible to visit horses in the field with coffee and cake afterwards. See more at polarhestar.is
- Tvistur Riding Services (44 km from Akureyri) open 09:00–18:00. 1–3 hour riding tours available. See more at tvistur.is
* Shops: Glerártorg & town centre 10:00–18:00
* Daladýrð Petting Zoo: 11:00–18:00
* 600 Klifur (bouldering): 11:00–22:00
* Akureyri Art Museum: 12:00–17:00
During Easter it is nice to visit the Art Museum and enjoy art in a peaceful setting. The following exhibitions are open to visitors: Aðflæði / Guðmundur Ármann, Movement for Vision / Björk Viggósdóttir, Creation of Childhood 2026 / group exhibition, Self-Love Virus / Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir, God Reward You / Úlfur Logason (opens 28.03), Impressions – colours – forms / Selected works for creativity and education (opens 28.03), History of Iceland: Part 2 / Eiríkur Páll Sveinsson (opens 28.03). In the museum education space, children and adults can sit down and draw or do crafts together. In Ketilhúsið, visitors can also enjoy creative time together at the exhibition Creation of Childhood, where guests can let their imagination flow in an open workshop, and the café Ketilkaffi in the museum is also open.
* Akureyri Museum & Nonnahús: 13:00–16:00
* Industrial Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Ice rink: 13:00–16:00 (skating & rentals)
* Holtselsís: 13.00-17.00
* Braggaparkið: 14:00–19:00, see more at braggaparkid.is
* Christmas Garden & Backyard: 14:00–18:00
* Græni hatturinn: Concert by the band Valdimar at 21:00
* Kjarnaskógur: Walking paths, sledding hills, playgrounds and cross-country ski tracks (depending on snow conditions; groomed track status available online)
* Hlíðarfjall: Ski area open 09:00–17:00, prices and weather conditions ect on www.hlidarfjall.is
* Akureyri Swimming Pool: 09:00–20:00
* Glerárlaug Swimming Pool: 09:00–14:30
* Information Centre at Hof: open 09:00–14:00
* Heli Air Iceland: Sightseeing flights 09.00-18.00
* Golf hall: 10:00–22:00
* Forestlagoon - Skógarböðin: 10:00–24:00 (last enterance at 23:30)
* Hafnarstræti 88: The Adventure Window – The Birthday Party – Window installation
* 600 Klifur (bouldering): 11:00–18:00
* Hrísey: Ferry (15-minute crossing) from Árskógssandur approximately every 2 hours throughout the day. From Hrísey at 09:00*, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 21:00, 23:00*; from Árskógssandur at 09:30*, 11:30, 13:30, 15:30, 17:30, 19:30, 21:30, 23:20*. Note: * indicates on-call trips – phone: 6955544. Swimming pool 13:00–16:00. Shop 13:00–17:00 (self-service cabinet open 24/7). Restaurant Verbúðin 66 at 14:00–23:00, cake auction by Hrísey Women’s Association at 15:30 and beer tasting with food pairing at 18:00. See more at www.hrisey.is
* Horse riding:
- AK Riding Tours (11 km from Akureyri): offer rides at 11:00 – 13:00, 15:00. See more at www.akureyriridingtours.is
- Pólarhestar (35 km from Akureyri): open 09:00–19:00. 1 hr, 1.5 hr and 2 hr riding tours offered with coffee and cake afterwards. Also possible to visit horses in the field with coffee and cake afterwards. See more at polarhestar.is
- Tvistur Riding Services (44 km from Akureyri) open 09:00–18:00. 1–3 hour riding tours available. See more at tvistur.is
* Daladýrð Petting Zoo: 11:00–18:00
* Akureyri Art Museum: 12:00–17:00
During Easter it is nice to visit the Art Museum and enjoy art in a peaceful setting. The following exhibitions are open to visitors: Aðflæði / Guðmundur Ármann, Movement for Vision / Björk Viggósdóttir, Creation of Childhood 2026 / group exhibition, Self-Love Virus / Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir, God Reward You / Úlfur Logason (opens 28.03), Impressions – colours – forms / Selected works for creativity and education (opens 28.03), History of Iceland: Part 2 / Eiríkur Páll Sveinsson (opens 28.03). In the museum education space, children and adults can sit down and draw or do crafts together. In Ketilhúsið, visitors can also enjoy creative time together at the exhibition Creation of Childhood, where guests can let their imagination flow in an open workshop, and the café Ketilkaffi in the museum is also open.
* Shops: Glerártorg 12:00–17:00
* Braggaparkið: 12:00–17:00, see more at braggaparkid.is
* Ice rink: 13:00–16:00 (skating & rentals)
* Akureyri Museum & Nonnahús: 13:00–16:00
* Industrial Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Motorcycle Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Aviation Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Grímsey: Flight from Akureyri at 13.15 (return at 14.00). On the island there are guesthouses open, a shop 15:00–16:00, Gallaríið 13:30–14:00, and it is possible to go on tours with Arctic Trip. See more at www.grimsey.is, www.vegagerdin.is. Note that it is possible to sail back with the ferry another day according to schedule here, or flighs according to schedule with Norlandair here)
* Christmas Garden & Backyard: 14:00–18:00
* Hof: Light in the Dark, a new work by Atli Örvarsson, and the first episode of Silo shown on a cinema screen with the North Iceland Symphony Orchestra performing live accompaniment. Conductor: Atli Örvarsson 16:00–18:00
* Sánuvagn Mæju: Sauna wagon, available at 19:30 or 21:00. See more here
* Samkomuhúsið: Theatre performance Birtingur at 20:00 (in icelandic)
* Græni hatturinn: Concert by the band Valdimar at 21:00
* Leyni: Concert with Rakel Sigurðardóttir at 21:00
* Kjarnaskógur: Walking paths, sledding hills, playgrounds and cross-country ski tracks (depending on snow conditions; groomed track status available online)
* Hlíðarfjall: Ski area open 09:00–17:00, prices and weather conditions ect on www.hlidarfjall.is
* Akureyri Swimming Pool: 09:00–20:00
* Glerárlaug Swimming Pool: closed
* Information Centre at Hof: open 09:00–14:00
* Heli Air Iceland: Sightseeing flights from Ólafsfjörður 09.00-18.00
* Hof: Songwriter Flammeusar – Free songwriter and sing-along concerts 10:00–16:00
* Golf hall: 10:00–20:00
* Hafnarstræti 88: The Adventure Window – The Birthday Party – Window installation
* Forestlagoon - Skógarböðin: 10:00–24:00 (last enterance at 23:30)
* 600 Klifur (bouldering): 11:00–18:00
* Hrísey: Ferry (15-minute crossing) from Árskógssandur approximately every 2 hours throughout the day. From Hrísey at 11:00, 13:00, 17:00, 21:00; from Árskógssandur at 11:30, 13:30, 17:30, 21:30. Swimming pool 13:00–16:00. Shop 13:00–17:00 (self-service cabinet open 24/7), restaurant Verbúðin 66 15:00–00:00, fish buffet at 18:00, Pub Quiz at 21:00. See more at www.hrisey.is
* Horse riding:
- AK Riding Tours (11 km from Akureyri): offer rides at 11:00 – 13:00, 15:00. See more at www.akureyriridingtours.is
- Pólarhestar (35 km from Akureyri): open 09:00–19:00. 1 hr, 1.5 hr and 2 hr riding tours offered with coffee and cake afterwards. Also possible to visit horses in the field with coffee and cake afterwards. See more at polarhestar.is
- Tvistur Riding Services (44 km from Akureyri) open 09:00–18:00. 1–3 hour riding tours available. See more at tvistur.is
* Daladýrð Petting Zoo: 11:00–18:00
* Akureyri Art Museum: 12:00–17:00
During Easter it is nice to visit the Art Museum and enjoy art in a peaceful setting. The following exhibitions are open to visitors: Aðflæði / Guðmundur Ármann, Movement for Vision / Björk Viggósdóttir, Creation of Childhood 2026 / group exhibition, Self-Love Virus / Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir, God Reward You / Úlfur Logason (opens 28.03), Impressions – colours – forms / Selected works for creativity and education (opens 28.03), History of Iceland: Part 2 / Eiríkur Páll Sveinsson (opens 28.03). In the museum education space, children and adults can sit down and draw or do crafts together. In Ketilhúsið, visitors can also enjoy creative time together at the exhibition Creation of Childhood, where guests can let their imagination flow in an open workshop, and the café Ketilkaffi in the museum is also open.
* Braggaparkið: 12:00–17:00, see more at braggaparkid.is
* Akureyri Museum & Nonnahús: 13:00–16:00
* Industrial Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Motorcycle Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Ice rink: 13:00–16:00 (skating & rentals)
* Aviation Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Holtselsís: 13.00-17.00
* Christmas Garden & Backyard: 14:00–18:00
* Deiglan: Songwriter Flammeusar – Concerts 19:30–21:00
* Græni hatturinn: Concert – Stebbi and Eyfi 21:00
* Múlaberg: Easter Pop Quiz with Hreimi and live music 21:00
* Kjarnaskógur: Walking paths, sledding hills, playgrounds and cross-country ski tracks (depending on snow conditions; groomed track status available online)
* Hlíðarfjall: Ski area open 09:00–17:00, prices and weather conditions ect on www.hlidarfjall.is
* Akureyri Swimming Pool: 09:00–20:00
* Glerárlaug Swimming Pool: 09:00–14:30
* Information Centre at Hof: open 09:00–14:00
* Heli Air Iceland: Sightseeing flight from Ólafsfjörður 09.00-18.00
* Golf hall: 10:00–19:00
* Hafnarstræti 88: The Adventure Window – The Birthday Party – Window installation
* Forestlagoon - Skógarböðin: 10:00–24:00 (last enterance at 23:30)
* 600 Klifur (bouldering): 11:00–18:00
* Hrísey: Ferry (15-minute crossing) from Árskógssandur approximately every 2 hours throughout the day. From Hrísey at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 21:00; from Árskógssandur at 09:30, 11:30, 13:30, 15:30, 17:30, 19:30, 21:30. Note: *marked are call trips – phone: 6955544. Swimming pool 13:00–16:00, Shop 12:00–17:00 (self-service cabinet open 24/7), Restaurant Verbúðin 66 15:00–00:00. Easter Bingo by the Rescue Association in the Sports Centre: Children's bingo at 16:30 and adult bingo at 20:30. See more at www.hrisey.is
* Horse riding:
- AK Riding Tours (11 km from Akureyri): offer rides at 11:00 – 13:00, 15:00. See more at www.akureyriridingtours.is
- Pólarhestar (35 km from Akureyri): open 09:00–19:00. 1 hr, 1.5 hr and 2 hr riding tours offered with coffee and cake afterwards. Also possible to visit horses in the field with coffee and cake afterwards. See more at polarhestar.is
- Tvistur Riding Services (44 km from Akureyri) open 09:00–18:00. 1–3 hour riding tours available. See more at tvistur.is
* Shops: Glerártorg 10:00–17:00
* Hafnarstræti 88: Adventure Window – window installation
* Daladýrð Petting Zoo: 11:00–18:00
* Akureyri Art Museum: 12:00–17:00
During Easter it is nice to visit the Art Museum and enjoy art in a peaceful setting. The following exhibitions are open to visitors: Aðflæði / Guðmundur Ármann, Movement for Vision / Björk Viggósdóttir, Creation of Childhood 2026 / group exhibition, Self-Love Virus / Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir, God Reward You / Úlfur Logason (opens 28.03), Impressions – colours – forms / Selected works for creativity and education (opens 28.03), History of Iceland: Part 2 / Eiríkur Páll Sveinsson (opens 28.03). In the museum education space, children and adults can sit down and draw or do crafts together. In Ketilhúsið, visitors can also enjoy creative time together at the exhibition Creation of Childhood, where guests can let their imagination flow in an open workshop, and the café Ketilkaffi in the museum is also open.
* Braggaparkið: 12:00–17:00, see more at braggaparkid.is
* Akureyri Museum & Nonnahús: 13:00–16:00
* Industrial Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Motorcycle Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Aviation Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Ice rink: 13:00–16:00 (skating & rentals)
* Holtselsís: 13.00-17.00
* Mjólkurbúðin: Painting exhibition – Erlingur Valgarðsson / elli OUTLINES AND FORMS / stones 15:00–18:00
* Christmas Garden & Backyard: 14:00–18:00
* Samkomuhúsið: Play “Birtingur” 20:00 (in icelandic)
* LYST: Cabaret with Silver Foxy 20:30–22:30
* Græni hatturinn: Concert “Ljótu hálfvitarnir” 21:00–23:30
* Leyni: Venus Volcanism (artist name Rena Rasouli) – singer, musician, sound explorer, and music producer 21:00
* Kjarnaskógur: Walking paths, sledding hills, playgrounds and cross-country ski tracks (depending on snow conditions; groomed track status available online)
* Hlíðarfjall: Ski area open 09:00–17:00, prices and weather conditions ect on www.hlidarfjall.is
* Akureyri Church: 08:00–09:00 Easter Mass
* Akureyri Swimming Pool: 09:00–20:00
* Heli Air Iceland: Sightseing flight from Ólafsfjörður 9.00-18.00
* Glerárlaug Swimming Pool: closed
* Information Centre at Hof: open 09:00–14:00
* Akureyri Touring Club: Take the Step 10:00–11:00. Exercise, outdoor activities, and socializing – everyone welcome. Free and no registration required.
* Forestlagoon - Skógarböðin: 10:00–24:00 (last enterance at 23:30)
* Hafnarstræti 88: The Adventure Window – The Birthday Party – Window installation
* Golf hall: 10:00–19:00
* Sánuvagn Mæju: Sauna wagon, available at 10:00. See more here
* 600 Klifur (bouldering): 11:00–18:00
* Hrísey: Ferry (15-minute crossing) from Árskógssandur approximately every 2 hours throughout the day. From Hrísey at 11:00, 13:00, 17:00, 21:00; from Árskógssandur at 11:30, 13:30, 17:30, 21:30. Swimming pool 13:00–16:00. Hrísey Church at 14:00 – Easter Mass. Restaurant Verbúðin: closed. Shop 12:00–15:00 (self-service cabinet open 24/7). See more at www.hrisey.is
* Horse riding:
- AK Riding Tours (11 km from Akureyri): offer rides at 11:00 – 13:00, 15:00. See more at www.akureyriridingtours.is
- Pólarhestar (35 km from Akureyri): open 09:00–19:00. 1 hr, 1.5 hr and 2 hr riding tours offered with coffee and cake afterwards. Also possible to visit horses in the field with coffee and cake afterwards. See more at polarhestar.is
- Tvistur Riding Services (44 km from Akureyri) open 09:00–18:00. 1–3 hour riding tours available. See more at tvistur.is
* Daladýrð Petting Zoo: 11:00–18:00
* Akureyri Art Museum: 12:00–17:00
During Easter it is nice to visit the Art Museum and enjoy art in a peaceful setting. The following exhibitions are open to visitors: Aðflæði / Guðmundur Ármann, Movement for Vision / Björk Viggósdóttir, Creation of Childhood 2026 / group exhibition, Self-Love Virus / Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir, God Reward You / Úlfur Logason (opens 28.03), Impressions – colours – forms / Selected works for creativity and education (opens 28.03), History of Iceland: Part 2 / Eiríkur Páll Sveinsson (opens 28.03). In the museum education space, children and adults can sit down and draw or do crafts together. In Ketilhúsið, visitors can also enjoy creative time together at the exhibition Creation of Childhood, where guests can let their imagination flow in an open workshop, and the café Ketilkaffi in the museum is also open.
* Braggaparkið: 12:00–17:00 see more at braggaparkid.is
* Ice rink: 13:00–16:00 (skating & rentals)
* Aviation Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Christmas Garden & Backyard: 14:00–18:00
* Mjólkurbúðin: Painting exhibition – Erlingur Valgarðsson / elli OUTLINES AND FORMS / stones 15:00–18:00
* Græni hatturinn: “Ljótu hálfvitarnir” 21:00–23:30
* Leyni: “Mannfólkið breytist í slím 2026 – warm up no. I” 21:00–04:00
* Kjarnaskógur: Walking paths, sledding hills, playgrounds and cross-country ski tracks (depending on snow conditions; groomed track status available online)
* Hlíðarfjall: Ski area open 09:00–17:00, prices and weather conditions ect on www.hlidarfjall.is
* Akureyri Swimming Pool: 09:00–20:00
* Glerárlaug Swimming Pool: closed
* Information Centre at Hof: open 09:00–14:00
* Grímsey: Ferry from Dalvík at 09:00. On the island there are guesthouses open, a shop 15:00–16:00, Gallaríið 13:30–14:00, and it is possible to go on tours with Arctic Trip. See more at www.grimsey.is, www.vegagerdin.is. Note that it is possible to sail back with the ferry at 14:00 or according to schedule here. Flights are available April 7 and 10 (see more here)
* Heli Air Iceland: Sightseeing flight from Ólafsfjörður 09.00-18.00
* Golf hall: 10:00–22:00
* Forestlagoon - Skógarböðin: 10:00–24:00 (last enterance at 23:30)
* Hafnarstræti 88: The Adventure Window – The Birthday Party – Window installation
* 600 Klifur (bouldering): 11:00–18:00
* Hrísey: Ferry (15-minute crossing) from Árskógssandur approximately every 2 hours throughout the day. From Hrísey at 09:00*, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 21:00, 23:00*; from Árskógssandur at 09:20*, 11:30, 13:30, 15:30, 17:30, 19:30, 21:30, 23:30*. Note: * indicates on-call trips – phone: 6955544. Swimming pool open 13:00–16:00, Shop: closed but self-service cabinet open, Restaurant Verbúðin 66 12:00–17:00. See more at www.hrisey.is
* Horse riding:
- AK Riding Tours (11 km from Akureyri): offer rides at 11:00 – 13:00, 15:00. See more at www.akureyriridingtours.is
- Pólarhestar (35 km from Akureyri): open 09:00–19:00. 1 hr, 1.5 hr and 2 hr riding tours offered with coffee and cake afterwards. Also possible to visit horses in the field with coffee and cake afterwards. See more at polarhestar.is
- Tvistur Riding Services (44 km from Akureyri) open 09:00–18:00. 1–3 hour riding tours available. See more at tvistur.is
* Daladýrð Petting Zoo: 11:00–18:00
* Shops: Glerártorg 12:00–17:00
* Akureyri Art Museum: 12:00–17:00
During Easter it is nice to visit the Art Museum and enjoy art in a peaceful setting. The following exhibitions are open to visitors: Aðflæði / Guðmundur Ármann, Movement for Vision / Björk Viggósdóttir, Creation of Childhood 2026 / group exhibition, Self-Love Virus / Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir, God Reward You / Úlfur Logason (opens 28.03), Impressions – colours – forms / Selected works for creativity and education (opens 28.03), History of Iceland: Part 2 / Eiríkur Páll Sveinsson (opens 28.03). In the museum education space, children and adults can sit down and draw or do crafts together. In Ketilhúsið, visitors can also enjoy creative time together at the exhibition Creation of Childhood, where guests can let their imagination flow in an open workshop, and the café Ketilkaffi in the museum is also open.
* Braggaparkið: 12:00–17:00, see more at braggaparkid.is
* Ice rink: 13:00–16:00 (skating & rentals)
* Akureyri Museum & Nonnahús: 13:00–16:00
* Industrial Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Aviation Museum: 13:00–16:00
* Christmas Garden & Backyard: 14:00–18:00
* Mjólkurbúðin: Painting exhibition – Erlingur Valgarðsson / elli OUTLINES AND FORMS / stones 15:00–18:00
(list based on submissions)
| Nafn | 2. apríl | 3. apríl | 4. apríl | 5. apríl | 6. apríl |
| Blá kannan | 9-21 | 10-19 | 10-19 | 10-19 | 10-19 |
| Glerártorg | 12-17 | closed | 10-17 | closed | 12-17 |
| Sykurverk | 11.30-20.00 | 11.30-17.00 | 11.30-20.00 | 12.00-17.00 | Closed |
Please note that changes can be made on the agenda.