The Christmas Market is open every weekend until Christmas from 15:00–18:00.
15:00–18:00 Christmas goods and refreshments in eight decorated huts
16:00 The Christmas lads visit with treats for children
17:00 Tinna Óðsins singer and Daníel Andri perform christmas songs
00:00–24:00 – “The Window” – Hafnarstræti 88
Window Exhibition in Brynja’s studio at Hafnarstræti 88: “Blessed Christmas is Coming Soon – The Christmas Adventure at Hafnarstræti 88
10:00 - 18:00 - 66° North, Hafnarstræti 94 & Skipagata
Offers: 15% off Básar and Vík sets, 15% off hats and mittens when bought together, 3-for-4 on selected hats, and 2-for-3 on socks.
11:00–12:00 – Akureyri Art Museum
Hrafnhildur Reykjalín from Sjálfsrækt Heilsumiðstöð offers a short session for adults on Yoga Nidra, a deep relaxation method that anyone can practice to enhance balance and well-being for body and mind. Everyone is welcome. Free of charge, but registration is required: heida@listak.is
11:00 - 18:00 JMJ
11:00–21:00 – Stjörnusól
Special offers on gift cards.
11:00 – 16:00 Hof Cultural Centre
“Solstice” Exhibition – Guðrún Sigurðardóttir. Featuring textile works, oil paintings, and drawings.
Kista - Design store (same openinghours) & Mói restaurant (12.00-14.00)
12:00–17:00 – Akureyri Art Museum
Exhibitions: Óli G. Jóhannsson – Lífsins gangur, Bergþór Morthens – Öguð óreiða, Barbara Long – Himnastigi, Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir – Sjálfsástar vírus – minnisvarði #3, Margskonar II – selected works, Jóhannes Sveinsson Kjarval – Undir berum himni, Ýmir Grönvold – Milli fjalls og fjöru, Group exhibition – Viðbragð
12 – 18 Svartar bækur - bookstore
Winter sale on books – 20% discount
13.00 – Samkomuhúsið - Theatre
Jóla-Lóla – a family show by the Akureyri Theatre Company (in icelandic)
15:00 Penninn Eymundsson
The Yule Lads will appear on the balcony at Penninn Eymundsson bookstore.
15:00 – 15:30, Akureyri Art Museum
Guided tour of the overview exhibition of Óli G. Jóhannsson’s works, Lífsins gangur (The Course of Life).
15:00–18:00 - Vamos at Ráðhústorg
Christmas fun for the whole family! Mulled wine, hot chocolate, adult cocoa, churros, Christmas pizza, roasted almonds, soda, and licorice sticks. Christmas movie on the screen, a drawing corner for the kids, and the chance to write a letter to the Yule Lads.
15:00–18:00 Christmas goods and refreshments in eight decorated huts
16:00 The Christmas lads visit with treats for children
16:30 The Akureyri Brass band plays for guests
16:45 Jóla Lóla and Vettlingur visit the kids and sing songs from their Christmas Play
17:00 Tinna Óðsins singer and Daníel Andri perform christmas songs
00:00–24:00 – “The Window” – Hafnarstræti 88
Window Exhibition in Brynja’s studio at Hafnarstræti 88: “Blessed Christmas is Coming Soon – The Christmas Adventure at Hafnarstræti 88
10:00 – 11:00 Akureyri Hiking Club
“Take the Step” – Exercise, outdoor activities, and socializing; everyone is welcome!
11:00 - 18:00 - 66° North, Hafnarstræti 94 & Skipagata
Offers: 15% off Básar and Vík sets, 15% off hats and mittens when bought together, 3-for-4 on selected hats, and 2-for-3 on socks.
11:00–21:00 – Stjörnusól
Gift card offers; “two for one” on tanning, hot pot, and steam on Sundays.
12:00 – 16:00 Hof Cultural Centre
“Solstice” Exhibition – Guðrún Sigurðardóttir. Featuring textile works, oil paintings, and drawings.
Kista - Design store (same openinghours) & Mói restaurant (12.00-14.00)
13:00 - 17:00 JMJ
12:00–17:00 – Akureyri Art Museum
Exhibitions: Óli G. Jóhannsson – Lífsins gangur, Bergþór Morthens – Öguð óreiða, Barbara Long – Himnastigi, Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir – Sjálfsástar vírus – minnisvarði #3, Margskonar II – selected works, Jóhannes Sveinsson Kjarval – Undir berum himni, Ýmir Grönvold – Milli fjalls og fjöru, Group exhibition – Viðbragð
13:00 - Samkomuhúsið - Theatre
Jóla-Lóla – a family show by the Akureyri Theatre Company (in icelandic)
15:00–18:00 - Vamos at Ráðhústorg
Christmas fun for the whole family! Mulled wine, hot chocolate, adult cocoa, churros, Christmas pizza, roasted almonds, soda, and licorice sticks. Christmas movie on the screen, a drawing corner for the kids, and the chance to write a letter to the Yule Lads.
15.00 – 18:00 Svartar bækur - bookstore
Winter sale on books – 20% discount
17:30 Múlaberg
Family Christmas buffet. You can find all information, the menu, and book a table directly at https://www.mulaberg.is/jol2025.
15:00–18:00 Christmas goods and refreshments in eight decorated huts
16:00 The Christmas lads visit with treats for children
17:00 Bjarni and Helga perform christmas songs
00:00–24:00 – “The Window” – Hafnarstræti 88
Window Exhibition in Brynja’s studio at Hafnarstræti 88: “Blessed Christmas is Coming Soon – The Christmas Adventure at Hafnarstræti 88
11:00–21:00 – Stjörnusól
Special offers on gift cards.
11:00 – 22:00 Hof Cultural Centre
“Solstice” Exhibition – Guðrún Sigurðardóttir. Featuring textile works, oil paintings, and drawings.
Kista - Design store (same openinghours) & Mói restaurant (12.00-14.00)
10:00 - 20:00 - 66° North, Hafnarstræti 94 & Skipagata
Offers: 15% off Básar and Vík sets, 15% off hats and mittens bought together, 3 for 4 on selected hats, 2 for 3 on socks.
11:00 – 10:00 - JMJ
12:00–17:00 – Akureyri Art Museum
Exhibitions: Óli G. Jóhannsson – Lífsins gangur, Bergþór Morthens – Öguð óreiða, Barbara Long – Himnastigi, Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir – Sjálfsástar vírus – minnisvarði #3, Margskonar II – selected works, Jóhannes Sveinsson Kjarval – Undir berum himni, Ýmir Grönvold – Milli fjalls og fjöru, Group exhibition – Viðbragð
12.00 – 18:00 Svartar bækur - bookstore
Winter sale on books – 20% discount
13:00 – Samkomuhúsið - Theatre
Jóla-Lóla – a family show by the Akureyri Theatre Company (in icelandic)
15:00–18:00 - Vamos at Ráðhústorg
Christmas fun for the whole family! Mulled wine, hot chocolate, adult cocoa, churros, Christmas pizza, roasted almonds, soda, and licorice sticks. Christmas movie on the screen, a drawing corner for the kids, and the chance to write a letter to the Yule Lads.
15:00–18:00 Christmas goods and refreshments in eight decorated huts
16:00 The Christmas lads visit with treats for children
17:00 Bjarni and Helga perform Christmas songs
00:00–24:00 – “The Window” – Hafnarstræti 88
Window Exhibition in Brynja’s studio at Hafnarstræti 88: “Blessed Christmas is Coming Soon – The Christmas Adventure at Hafnarstræti 88
10:00 - 20:00, Penninn Eymundsson
10:00 – 20:00, 66 Norður, Hafnarstræti 94 and Skipagata
Offers: 15% off Básar and Vík sets, 15% off hats and mittens bought together, 3 for 4 on selected hats, 2 for 3 on socks.
11:00–21:00 – Stjörnusól
Gift card offers; “two for one” on tanning, hot pot, and steam on Sundays.
12:00–17:00 – Akureyri Art Museum
Exhibitions: Óli G. Jóhannsson – Lífsins gangur, Bergþór Morthens – Öguð óreiða, Barbara Long – Himnastigi, Katrín Inga Jónsdóttir Hjördísardóttir – Sjálfsástar vírus – minnisvarði #3, Margskonar II – selected works, Jóhannes Sveinsson Kjarval – Undir berum himni, Ýmir Grönvold – Milli fjalls og fjöru, Group exhibition – Viðbragð
12:00 – 18:00 Hof Cultural Centre
“Solstice” Exhibition – Guðrún Sigurðardóttir. Featuring textile works, oil paintings, and drawings.
Kista - Design store (same openinghours) & Mói restaurant (12.00-14.00)
13:00 – 20:00, JMJ
13:00 – Samkomuhúsið - Theatre
Jóla-Lóla – a family show by the Akureyri Theatre Company (in icelandic)
15:00–18:00 - Vamos at Ráðhústorg
Christmas fun for the whole family! Mulled wine, hot chocolate, adult cocoa, churros, Christmas pizza, roasted almonds, soda, and licorice sticks. Christmas movie on the screen, a drawing corner for the kids, and the chance to write a letter to the Yule Lads.
15.00 – 18:00 Svartar bækur - bookstore
Winter sale on books – 20% discount
For more information about the Christmas Market, please contact
Elísabet Ögn, Cultural Project Manager for the Town of Akureyri,
📧 elisabetogn@akureyri.is