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March 22 - August 17
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Helga Páley Friðþjófsdóttir - Loaded Beach
Exhibition by Helga Páley Friðþjófsdóttir
Exhibitions
March 22 - August 17
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Museum education - Diverse I-II
How does one get an idea for an artwork?
Exhibitions
March 22 - August 17
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Emilie Palle Holm - Oriori
Exhibition by Emilie Palle Holm
Exhibitions
May 17 - September 7
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Þóra Sigurðardóttir – Time – Space – Substance
Exhibition by Þóra Sigurðardóttir
Exhibitions
May 17 - September 7
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Heimir Hlöðversson - Symbiosis
What is the relationship between man and nature?
Exhibitions
May 31 - August 5
Drottningarbraut
Beauty of the Fjords
Photo exhibition showing the beauty and fragility of Iceland's fjords
Exhibitions
No charge
June 5 - September 28
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Margrét Jónsdóttir - Kimarek-Keramik
Exhibition by Margrét Jónsdóttir
Exhibitions
June 5 - September 14
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
North Icelandic Artists - My Space
Group exhibition by North Icelandic artists
Exhibitions
June 6 - June 6
08:00-16:00
Lystigarður Akureyrar, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
“Framed”, photography Exhibition in Akureyri Botanic Gardens
"Framed" photo exhibition in Akureyri Botanical Gardens.
No charge
Exhibitions
June 7 - August 23
14:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
Línumál – Art Exhibition
Vikar Mar (b. 1999) is a visual artist based in Hjalteyri, Eyjafjörður
Concert
July 26 - July 27
17:00-19:00
Mjólkurbúðin, Kaupvangsstræti 12, Akureyri
All rivers are the same river
Clara de Cápua solo exhibition at Mjólkurbúðin
Exhibitions
No charge
today
Siglufjörður
Trilludagar - Family festival at Siglufjörður
Go sea angling, sailing on the fjord and taste fresh grilled fish
Festivals
July 26
08:00-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Mt. Srýta
We will drive to Skíðastöð. From there, we will hike up Mannshrygg on Hlíðarfjall and continue along the mountain ridges over Vindheimajökull.
Daytrips
July 26
09:00-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Villingadalur – Svarfdalur
We will drive up to Hólabrún north of Villingadal, where the cars will be parked.
Daytrips
July 26
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
July 27 - July 30
08:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Öskjuvegurinn; Four-Day Trip
This trip involves hiking with minimal gear. A support vehicle will transport luggage between the huts and will follow the group throughout the journey.
Festivals
July 27
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
July 27
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja, við Eyrarlandsveg, Akureyri
Kristjana and Eyþór - Desire to part
Bitter-sweet songs in Akureyri church
No charge
Concert
July 28
20:00
Akureyrarkirkja, við Eyrarlandsveg, Akureyri
Classical Concert with accio duo (Salzburg/Austria)
Violin & Piano masterpieces - wonderful melodies by Mozart, Schubert & Bartók
Concert
No charge
July 31 - August 2
Ráðhústorg, Akureyri
Súlur Vertical
Mountain trail run organized since 2016. Four race distances 100km, 43km, 28km and 19km
Sport
Festivals
Concert
July 31
20:00-21:00
Aðalstræti 58, Akureyri
Ljóð í hljóði
Þórarinn and Halldór Eldjárn combine poetry and music in a magical evening
Festivals
Concert
August 1 - August 4
Akureyri
Family festival
A family friendly event including fairground, exhibitions, concerts, and sport events
For the kids
Sport
Movie
Theater
Exhibitions
Festivals
Concert
August 2
12:00-13:15
Menntaskólinn á Akureyri, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Robin Hood - Lotta Theater Group
Lotta Theater Group presents Robin Hood next to Menntaskólinn á Akureyri
For the kids
Theater
Festivals
Concert
August 2
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
August 2
16:00-17:00
Hríseyjarkirkja, Hólabraut, Hrísey
Sweet melodies
Concert in the Church of Hrísey
Concert
Festivals
August 2
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Hr. Eydís & Hera Björk
Hr. Eydís and Hera Björk – A real 80's party at Græni hatturinn
Festivals
Concert
August 3
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
August 9
08:00-20:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Hjaltadalsheiði
We will drive to Staðarbakki in Hörgárdalur. From there, we will hike through the valley and across the heath
Daytrips
August 9 - August 10
08:30
Strandgata, Akureyri
Nature Observation and Self-Care in Glerárdalur – August 9-10
In our backyard here in Akureyri lies the stunning Glerárdalur valley, with all its peaks and natural beauty.
Festivals
August 9
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
August 10
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
August 15 - August 16
Íþróttamiðstöðin í Hrísey, Norðurvegur, Hrísey
Dance festival in Hrísey island
An annual event where people come together during a weekend and dance to the music of different bands.
Sport
Festivals
Concert
August 15
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Úlfur Úlfur
10 year anniversary concert of the album Tvær plánetur
Festivals
Concert
August 16 - August 17
09:00-17:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Children and Family Trip: Adventure in Botnar August 16-17
We will drive to Svartárkot in Bárðardalur and hike along a vehicle track to Suðurárbotnar, where we will stay overnight in the Botnar cabin.
For the kids
No charge
August 16
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
August 17
08:00-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Siglufjarðarskarð: E-Mountain Biking Tour
The journey begins with a drive to Siglufjörður. From there, participants will cycle into Skarðsdalur and ascend the old road up to Siglufjarðarskarð.
Daytrips
Festivals
August 17
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
August 17
13:00-17:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Friðland Svarfdæla
The walk follows Svarfaðardalsá River through Friðland Svarfdæla, a nature reserve with diverse birdlife.
Daytrips
No charge
August 21
17:00-19:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Children and Family Trip: What Can We Find on the Shore?
Join us as we explore the diverse ecosystem of the shoreline, discovering small creatures, seaweed, and birdlife.
Daytrips
For the kids
No charge
August 23
08:00-18:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Búrfell in Mývatnssveit
The drive begins at Hverfjall, with departure at 9:30 AM. The route heads south along Lúdentsborg and east past Hvannfell
Daytrips
August 23
08:00-17:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Barðshyrna in Fljótum
The mountain Barðshyrna, also known as Barð, divides Fljót into two parts.
Daytrips
August 23
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
August 24
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
August 29 - August 30
Ráðhústorg, Akureyri
Akureyri Town Festival
The Anniversary of Akureyri Municipality is celebrated annually closest to the day of establishment, 29th of August
For the kids
Lectures
Movie
Theater
Exhibitions
Festivals
Concert
August 30
08:00-18:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Mt. Dýjafjallshnjúkur
The hike starts at the farm Dagverðartunga in Hörgársveit, south of Fornhagagil.
Daytrips
August 30
09:00-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Hólafjall in Eyjafjörður
The drive goes to Þormóðsstaðir in Sölvadalur, where the hike begins.
Daytrips
August 30
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
August 31
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
September 4
20:00-22:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
Stand up Comedy in broken English
Victor Patrascan in Akureyri
Concert
September 5
21:00-23:00
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Rögnvaldur gáfaði 60 Anniversary
An evening with Rögnvaldur, celebrating the milestone of turning 60 (unless something unexpected happens).
Festivals
Concert
September 6
08:30-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Ljósavatnsskarð
The route starts with a drive east to Ljósavatnsskarð, where cars are parked at the farm Stórutjarnir.
Daytrips
September 6
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
September 7
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
September 13
10:00-14:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Banks of Eyjafjarðará
The hike starts at the parking lot below Kaupangur. The route follows the old bridge over Eyjafjarðará and continues along the riverbanks.
Daytrips
No charge
September 13
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
September 14
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
September 14
16:00-22:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
Maggi Eirík’s 80th Birthday Concert
Come and take part in a unique musical event celebrating the career and legacy of Magnús Eiríksson
Concert
September 19 - September 20
17:00-18:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
Cultural Trio from the South
Concerts in Hof
Concert
September 19
21:00-23:00
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Rögnvaldur gáfaði – 60 Years Old
An evening with Rögnvaldur gáfaði /"the Wise", where he will celebrate reaching the milestone of turning 60
Festivals
September 20
08:00-17:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Kambur in Flateyjardalur
The drive goes to Flateyjardalur, near Véskvíar, where participants will be transported across the river by jeep if conditions allow
Daytrips
September 20
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
September 20
21:00-23:00
hof
The Hvanndalsbræður Entertainment House
It’s that time again – the annual Fjörleikahús of the Hvanndalsbræður at Hof Cultural Centre!
Concert
September 21
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
September 26
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
An evening with Beggi of Sóldögg
Who wouldn't want to spend an evening listening to Beggi in Sóldögg review his career?
Festivals
Concert
September 27
10:00-15:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
Skuggabjargaskógur - Autumn Colors Hike
The route begins at Draflastaðir, hiking up the hillside to Múlarnir, where the forestry area will be explored.
Daytrips
No charge
September 27
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
September 27
20:00-22:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
The Beatles – Tribute Concert
In celebration of the 65th anniversary of The Beatles' formation, a grand concert will be held featuring a stellar lineup of Icelandic artists.
Concert
September 28
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
October 3 - October 4
20:00
Strandgata 53, Akureyri
Eyrarrokk Music Festival
Eyrarrokk music festival in Akureyri 4.-5 okt.
Concert
October 4
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
October 4
21:00-23:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
Concert with Stjórnin
Sigga Beinteins and Grétar Örvarsson will look back on their illustrious career and perform all of Stjórnin's biggest hits
Concert
October 5
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
October 9 - October 12
akureyri
Cosy Days (October)
Enjoy treating yourself at Cosy Days with concerts, exhibitions and various events happening around the town.
Movie
Theater
Exhibitions
Festivals
Concert
October 9 - October 11
Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
A! Performance Festival
A! Is a four-day performance festival, a variety of performances and theatre-based projects of all kinds are on the agenda.
Theater
Festivals
Concert
October 11
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Saturday tours in Sigurhæðir - quick and informative
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025
For the kids
Lectures
Theater
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
Concert
October 12
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
October 16
21:00-23:00
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Bjarni Ómar - Athvarf, release concert
Bjarni Ómar celebrates the release of his LP Athvarf
Festivals
Concert
October 18
21:00-23:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
Tribute Concert: Celebrating 60 Years of Pink Floyd
Experience the magic of one of the most iconic bands in music history!
Concert
October 19
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
October 26
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
November 2
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
November 9
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
November 15
21:00-23:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
An Endless Adventure
The band Nýdönsk returns to Akureyri for their annual concert following an eventful year.
Concert
November 16
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
November 23
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
November 30 - December 23
Ráðhústorg, Akureyri
Christmas Holidays in Akureyri
Visitors can enjoy the cultural festive celebrations of the holidays along with colorful Christmas lights & decorations
For the kids
Movie
Theater
Exhibitions
Festivals
Concert
November 30
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
December 7
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge
December 12 - December 13
19:00-22:00
hof
The Three Wise Men
Friends, entertainers, and singers Eyþór Ingi, Jógvan Hansen, and Friðrik Ómar return to spread holiday cheer once again during Advent 2025.
Concert
December 14
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Let’s Take a Step
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips
Sport
No charge