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March 28 - August 16
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

History of Iceland: Part two

Dr. Eiríkur Páll Sveinsson, scoped out the internet in its early days.
Exhibitions
March 28 - August 16
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

May God reward you

Logason explores European art history, in particular the historical painting.
Exhibitions
March 28 - August 16
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Impression - colors - forms I

By examining colors and forms one can learn a lot about visual art.
Exhibitions
May 9 - August 16
Menningarhúsið Hof

HÉDNA

Exhibition of Sixty-One Members of the Akureyri Art Society
Concert Exhibitions
May 16 - September 6
11:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

An exhibition about a holy bird

Kristfinnsson‘s exhibition is a tribute to the great auk.
Exhibitions
May 16 - September 6
11:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

S-I-L-I-C-A-0-3

Hulda Rós utilizes certain research-processes in creating her work.
Exhibitions
May 16 - September 13
15:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Magnús´s engines of inner values

Art that spreads joy to everyone
Exhibitions
June 4 - September 6
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Zimoun

His installations unfold condensed, hypnotic atmospheres.
Exhibitions
June 6 - May 31
08:00-22:00
Lystigarðurinn á Akureyri

A rendezvous with the past

Outdoor photography exhibition
Exhibitions No charge
June 6 - December 31
11:00-17:00
Minjasafnið á Akureyri

Under Occupation

The war years in Akureyri through the eyes of soldiers and locals
June 6 - October 4
11:00-17:00
Minjasafnið á Akureyri

Land Ahoy - Icelands oldest maps

The oldest maps of Iceland - only to be seen in Akureyri
July 14 - July 18
Akureyri

Akureyri Art Summer

Concerts with pop and rock, classical music, visual art, exhibitions, various happenings and outdoor art.
For the kids Lectures Sport Theater Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
July 14 - July 18
listagilið, kaupvangsstræti

Hungry trolls

The hungry trolls love eating garbage on Akureyri Art Summer
July 14 - July 19
Skáld Hótel Akureyri

An Exhibition of Visual Poetry by Óskar Árni

Visual poetry by Óskar Árni, composed on five different typewriters.
Exhibitions No charge
July 14 - July 16
13:00-17:00
Deiglan, Kaupvangsstræti 23, Akureyri, Iceland

Í ágripi - Exhibition

Exhibition of works by Toggi (Þorgeir Ólason) at Deiglan
July 14 - July 19
Kaupvangsstræti 12A, Akureyri, Iceland

LEYSING - art exhibition

Artwork by Anna Jóa, Hulda Ágústsdóttir and Ragnheiður Hrafnkelsdóttir
Exhibitions No charge
July 14
17:00-18:00
Sundlaug Akureyrar

Aqua Zumba

Aqua Zumba is great excise in the water to fun music
Sport Festivals
July 15
10:00-17:00
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri

Pippi's day

A varied program will be available
For the kids No charge Festivals
July 15
16:00-17:00
Majó, Menningarhúsinu Hofi

Kjazz í Hofi concert

with Fanney Kristjáns Snjólaugardóttir og Daníel Starrason
No charge Concert
July 15
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Old cars

Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
July 16
11:00-19:00
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri

Plant exchange

Everyone is welcome to exchange plants and cuttings
No charge
July 16
15:00-18:00
Minjasafnskirkjan

Blue Moon - Concert, art exhibition and market

Stefán Elí and Esha Fae offer a concert, painting exhibition and market
Concert Exhibitions
July 16
16:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Sjóðheit sveitarómantík og sykurhúðuð sjómennska

Cosy music with Trió Akureyrar
No charge Concert
July 16 - July 19
19:00-04:00
Dalsbraut 1, 600 Akureyri

Mannfólkið breytist í slím 2026

The slime is rampant. The slime is unyeilding. The slime prevails.
Dance Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
July 17 - July 19
12:00-18:00
Lystigarður Akureyrar

Summer & Beer festival LYST

The Summer & Beer Festival LYST will take place on July 17–19, 2026
Festivals Concert
July 17 - July 18
13:00-16:00
Hólabraut 4, Hrísey, Ísland

Kashima - Quiltshow

The exhibition is my solo exhibition of quilts that I have made over the years.
No charge
July 17 - July 19
16:00-17:00
Deiglan

From Angels to Abstract

Acrylic painting exhibition by Hulda Ólafsdóttir: From Angels to Abstract Art
Exhibitions No charge Festivals
July 17
17:20-18:20
Miðbæjarstöð strætó

Pitenz on the Bus

Electronic music event on the Akureyri city-bus
Concert
July 18
08:00-18:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Ólafsfjarðarskarð

A hike from Þverá in Ólafsfjörður through Kvíabekkjardalur up to Ólafsfjarðarskarð.
Daytrips
July 18
10:00-14:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Fossdalur near Ólafsfjörður

A hike from Ytri-Á at Kleifar in Ólafsfjörður out to Fossdalur.
Daytrips
July 18 - July 19
11:00-17:00
Gásir

Medieval Days at Gásir 2026

Medieval Days will be held at Gásir on July 18–19. No entrance fee, but merchants will be selling goods. Everyone welcome.
For the kids No charge Festivals
July 18
21:00-23:00
LYST, Lystigarðurinn

Outdoor Concert – LYST: Daði Freyr with Sturla Atlas

Daði Freyr at the LYST Summer & Beer Festival 2026
Festivals Concert
July 19
08:00-13:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Skuggabjargaskógur – E-Bike Mountain Tour

Drive to the gravel pit at Víkurskarð and cycle north to Draflastaðir.
Daytrips
July 19
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 19
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja

Akureyri Church Summer Concerts 40th anniversary

Tríó Öræfi and Arnaldur Arnarson guitarist - Zingara and premiere!
No charge Concert
July 20 - July 26
20:00-13:00
Hamrar

The National Icelandic Jamboree

The Icelandic Scout Association invites scouts from around the world to the National Jamboree in the summer of 2026.
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Daytrips Dance
July 21 - July 23
09:00-16:00
Glerárkirkja

Creative Music Workshop for Children

Fun and creative music workshop for children aged 8-13!
For the kids Concert
July 22
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Old cars

Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
July 25
Siglufjörður

Trilludagar - Family festival at Siglufjörður

Go sea angling, sailing on the fjord and taste fresh grilled fish
Festivals For the kids No charge Concert
July 25
08:00-18:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Mt Dýjafjallshnjúkur

A hike starting from the farm Dagverðartunga in Hörgársveit, south of Fornhagagil.
Daytrips
July 25
09:00-17:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Leirhnjúkur – Reykjahlíð – Hlíðarfjall

The drive begins to the parking area at Leirhnjúkur, north of the Krafla Power Station. The hike starts with a walk to Leirhnjúkur
Daytrips Sport Festivals
July 25
13:00-17:00
Hamrar

Visitors’ Day at the Icelandic Scout National Jamboree

Entertainment, food tastings, games, ect. connected to the scouts hometowns, countries, or cultures. Everyone welcome.
Dance For the kids Theater No charge Festivals Concert
July 25
16:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Orkester Norden

Each year, Orkester Norden consists of 40-80 talented young people from the Nordic and Baltic countries who are selected to participate
Concert
July 26
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 26
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja

Akureyri Church Summer Concerts 40th anniversary

Andrew J. Yang plays highlights of piano litterature and premieres own piece!
No charge Concert
July 26
21:00-23:00
Græni Hatturinn

Asgeir Trausti

Ásgeir finally returns to Græni Hatturinn.
Festivals Concert
July 29
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Old cars

Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
July 31 - August 3
Akureyri

Family festival "Ein með öllu"

A family friendly event including fairground, exhibitions, concerts, and sport events
For the kids Sport Movie Theater Exhibitions Festivals Concert
July 31 - August 1
Kjarnaskógur

Súlur Vertical

Mountain trail run organized since 2016. Four race distances 100km, 43km, 28km and 19km
Sport Festivals Concert For the kids
August 1
12:00-13:00
MA túnið við Lystigarðinn

LITALAND - Lotta theatre group in Akureyri

LITALAND - Leikhópurinn Lotta performs in Akureyri on August 1st at 12:00
Dance For the kids Theater Concert
August 2
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 5
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Old cars

Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
August 8 - August 9
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Children’s and Family Trip – Adventure in Lambi, Glerárdalur

A hike from Súlubílastæði through Glerárdalur to the mountain hut Lambi, with an overnight stay.
For the kids
August 8
08:00-18:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Möðruvallafjall in Eyjafjörður – East Route

Möðruvallafjall is a majestic mountain rising over eastern Eyjafjarðarsveit. Connected to nearby mountains and highland areas
Daytrips
August 9
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 10
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Summer workshops 2026 August

Board games
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 11
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Summer workshops 2026 August

Paint some jars and stones
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 12
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Summer workshops 2026 August

Badges and bookmarks
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 12
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Old cars

Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
August 15
08:00-17:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Mt Strýta

A hike up Mannshrygg on Hlíðarfjall, across Vindheimajökull, and to Strýta (1,456 m).
Daytrips
August 15
16:00
Hríseyjarkirkja

A concert at Hrísey Church

Óskar Magnússon and Ragnhildur D. Þórhallsdóttir perform gentle melodies from various countries.
Concert
August 15
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Stand up Comedy in broken English • Victor Patrascan in Akureyri

Laugh with Europe’s comedy nomad, Victor Pãtrãşcan - the rebel comedian-philosopher whose sharp jokes have taken him to about 60 countries.
Other
August 16
08:00-15:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Hvalvatnsfjörður – E-Bike Tour

Cycling out along Hvalvatnsfjörður from Gljúfurá on Leirdalsheiði.
Daytrips
August 16
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 17
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Summer workshops 2026 August

Build out of legos
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 18
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri

Summer workshops 2026 August

Bead workshop
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 19
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Summer workshops 2026 August

Create your own book
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 19
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Old cars

Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
August 22
08:00-17:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Forvöð East of Jökulsárgljúfur

The walk explores the spectacular eastern side of Jökulsárgljúfur, including Vígabjarg, Grettisbæli, Réttarfoss, Hljóðaklettar, Kallbjörg, Hallhöfðaskógur
Daytrips
August 22
08:00-15:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Four Peaks in Eyjafjörður – The Laufásstrandarfjöll Mountains

The hike begins close to the main road between Ysta Vík and Fagrabær. The route ascends Ystuvíkurfjall and to Kræðufell
Daytrips
August 23
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 23
10:00-16:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Children’s and Family Trip – Einbúi in Öxnadalur

We drive to Hraun in Öxnadalur. From there, the hike goes up Draugadalur and continues to the summit of Einbúi
Daytrips For the kids No charge
August 26
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Old cars

Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
August 28 - August 29
Listagilið

Akureyri Town Festival

Akureyrarvaka is an annual town festival, held on the last weekend of August closest to the town’s anniversary which is August 29th.
Dance For the kids Lectures Sport Movie Theater Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
08:00-17:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Gæsadalur – Gæsafjöll

We drive to the entrance of Gæsadalur and from there walk into the valley, crossing the scree slopes east of the river
Daytrips
August 29 - August 30
11:00-14:00
MA túnið

Viking camp at Akureyrarvaka

Viking camp with fights,games,axe & spear throwing,crafts and more.
Akureyrarvaka 2026 For the kids No charge Festivals
August 30
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 1
17:00-19:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Children’s and Family Trip – Shore Exploration

We will explore the diverse life of the shoreline—small animals, seaweed, and birds—climb on rocks, and splash around in a stream.
Daytrips For the kids No charge
September 5
10:00-14:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Riverbanks of the Eyjafjarðará

The walk starts at the parking area below Kaupang. From there, we walk to the old bridge over the Eyjafjarðará river and continue along its riverbanks.
Daytrips No charge
September 5
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Mania: The ABBA Tribute

Mania: The ABBA Tribute is the world’s most successful ABBA tribute show and has toured more than 35 countries over the past two decades.
Concert
September 6
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 11
21:00-23:30
Græni Hatturinn

Sycamore Tree

Sycamore Tree: 10th Anniversary Concert
Festivals Concert
September 12
10:00-14:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Gæsadalur in Vaðlaheiði: Autumn Colors Hike

A walk from the parking area at the top of Víkurskarð north through Gæsadalur to Gæsagil.
Daytrips
September 13
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 18
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

1991

1991 – The Year That Changed Rock Music
Concert
September 19
10:00-15:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Húsavík – Botnsvatn: Autumn Colors Hike

We drive to Húsavík. The walk follows a hiking path on the mountain known as the Blue Mountain, Húsavíkurfjall.
Daytrips
September 20
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 27
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 3
10:00-14:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Mt Böggvisstaðafjall

We drive to Dalvík Church and leave the cars there. Roads and tracks are followed up the mountain. The final slope up Böggvisstaðafjall is fairly
Daytrips
October 4
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 11
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 18
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 25
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 1
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 8
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 15
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 22
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 29 - 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 29
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 6
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 13
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 20
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 27
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar

Let’s Take a Step

Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge