What's on

March 28 - August 16
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
Dr. Eiríkur Páll Sveinsson, scoped out the internet in its early days.
Exhibitions
March 28 - August 16
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
Logason explores European art history, in particular the historical painting.
Exhibitions
March 28 - August 16
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
By examining colors and forms one can learn a lot about visual art.
Exhibitions
May 9 - August 16
Menningarhúsið Hof
Exhibition of Sixty-One Members of the Akureyri Art Society
Concert Exhibitions
May 16 - September 6
11:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
Kristfinnsson‘s exhibition is a tribute to the great auk.
Exhibitions
May 16 - September 6
11:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
Hulda Rós utilizes certain research-processes in creating her work.
Exhibitions
May 16 - September 13
15:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
Art that spreads joy to everyone
Exhibitions
June 4 - September 6
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
His installations unfold condensed, hypnotic atmospheres.
Exhibitions
June 6 - May 31
08:00-22:00
Lystigarðurinn á Akureyri
Outdoor photography exhibition
Exhibitions No charge
June 6 - December 31
11:00-17:00
Aðalstræti 58, Innbærinn, Iceland
The war years in Akureyri through the eyes of soldiers and locals
June 6 - October 4
11:00-17:00
Aðalstræti 58, Innbærinn, Iceland
The oldest maps of Iceland - only to be seen in Akureyri
June 25 - July 18
Akureyri
Akureyri Art Summer (Listasumar) takes place in June and July. On the menu are 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
June 25 - July 18
listagilið, kaupvangsstræti
The hungry trolls love eating garbage on Akureyri Art Summer
June 25
16:00-18:00
Múlaberg, Hótel Kea Akureyri
The Embassy of India in Reykjavík, in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food Export Development Agency (APEDA) and the Coffee Council of India, is organizing a promotional event on mangoes and coffee
No charge
June 25
16:30-17:00
Lystigarðurinn á Akureyri
Visual magic, object manipulation, and physical theatre
For the kids Theater No charge Festivals
June 25
17:00-22:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
The hike heads south up to Haus, where there is a cairn, and continues along the mountain up to the peak.
Daytrips No charge
June 25
20:00
Göngugatan, Hafnarstræti 98, Akureyri, Iceland
Gilfélagið invites the people of Akureyri and other visitors to an evening of dancing and fun to kick off Akureyri Art Summer 2026, when our pedestrian street will be transformed into a dance floor!
Dance No charge Festivals Concert
June 25
20:00-20:15
Hafnarstræti 98, Akureyri, Iceland
Visual magic, object manipulation, and physical theatre
For the kids Theater No charge Festivals
June 25
21:00-23:00
Græni Hatturinn
Scott McLemore Quartet for the first time at Græni Hatturinn.
Festivals Concert
June 26
14:00-14:30
Akureyri Museum, Aðalstræti 58, Innbærinn, Iceland
Hákon Geir Snorrason performs Icelandic popular songs
For the kids No charge Concert
June 26
15:00-17:00
Gránufélagsgata 4, Akureyri, Iceland
Paint table scenes in creative workshops
No charge
June 26 - June 28
15:00-16:00
Kaktus, Kaupvangsstræti, Miðbær, Akureyri, Northeastern Region, 600, Iceland
art exhibition
Exhibitions No charge
June 26
16:00-18:00
Múlaberg, Hótel Kea Akureyri
The Embassy of India in Reykjavík, in collaboration with the Agricultural and Processed Food Export Development Agency (APEDA) and the Coffee Council of India, is organizing a promotional event on mangoes and coffee
No charge
June 26
19:00-22:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Árni from Dunhagi invites participants on an evening walk, hiking from Grjótgarður to Heiðarhús, an old abandoned farm.
Daytrips No charge
June 27
08:00-16:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Hike along the Kráká river to the farm Litlaströnd before crossing Framengjar.
Daytrips
June 27
10:00-15:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Hike from Skeiði in Svarfaðardalur along a trail to Skeiðsvatn.
Daytrips For the kids
June 27 - June 28
13:00-17:00
Gránufélagsgata 46
Fun and creative workshops for children and parents
Exhibitions No charge Festivals
June 27
15:00-17:00
Gránufélagsgata 4, Akureyri, Iceland
Paint table scenes in creative workshops
No charge
June 28
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
June 30
13:00-14:30
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri
Workshop on Akureyri Art Summer
For the kids No charge
June 30
14:00-14:30
Akureyri Museum Church | The Museum Church, Aðalstræti, Innbærinn, Akureyrarbær, Northeastern Region, 600, Iceland
Hákon Geir Snorrason performs Icelandic popular songs
For the kids No charge Concert
June 30
16:00-17:30
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri
Workshop on Akureyri Art Summer
For the kids No charge
July 1 - July 4
KA Völlurinn
One of the largest football competitions held annually in Iceland, for young boys
For the kids Sport
July 1
16:00-17:00
Majó, Menningarhúsinu Hofi
Michael Weaver and Elías Dýrfjörð make up the jazz duo Gangverk. Michael plays the tenor saxophone, while Elías plays the double bass
No charge Concert
July 1 - July 5
20:00-16:00
Siglufjörður
Annual Folk Music Festival in Siglufjörður. Concerts, courses and Academia
Daytrips Exhibitions Festivals Concert
July 1
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
July 2
10:30-11:15
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri
A creative movement session with yoga and dance for children.
Dance For the kids No charge
July 2
17:00-20:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Join us for a fishing trip, where we cast lines and enjoy the outdoors.
Daytrips For the kids No charge
July 2
20:00-22:30
VAMOS, Ráðhústorgi, Miðbær, Akureyri, Northeastern Region, 600, Iceland
Everyone welcome and no need to bring a dance partner
Dance No charge Festivals
July 3 - July 4
Þórssvæðið
Annual sporting event for men and women, competing in football for adult people who want to show they haven’t lost their touch.
Sport Festivals
July 3
14:00-14:30
Davíðshús, Bjarkarstígur 6, Norðurbrekkan, Akureyri, Iceland
Hákon Geir Snorrason performs Icelandic popular songs
For the kids No charge Concert
July 3
17:00-17:45
Þingvallastræti 8
Stand up with hulahoop
Festivals No charge
July 3
20:00-23:00
Strandgata 53, Akureyri, Iceland
The stand-up show “Is This Supposed to Be Funny?” with local performers
Festivals No charge
July 3
20:30-01:00
Sæborg, Hrísey, Iceland
Heimir Árna will hold a concert and dance to support fixing up Sæborg
Dance Festivals Concert
July 4
Fornhagi, Hörgárdalsvegur
Annual run from Hörgárdal north to Árskógsströnd, approximately 25 kilometers.
Sport Festivals
July 4
08:00-21:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Hike from Finnastaðir up Kerling and continue north along the seven peaks.
Daytrips
July 4
20:00
Slímstöðin
Third and last warm up event of Mannfólkið breytist í slím 2026!
No charge Festivals Concert
July 5
09:00-15:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
The hike starts from the farm Moldhaugar, crossing moorland and gravel flats onto the ridge of Moldhaugnaháls.
Daytrips
July 5
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 5
17:00-18:00
Akureyri Church, Eyrarlandsvegur 1, Akureyri, Iceland
Opening concert of Akureyri Churc Summer Concerts 40th anniversary season
No charge Concert
July 6
15:00-17:00
Gránufélagsgata 4, Akureyri, Iceland
Paint table scenes in creative workshops
No charge
July 8
16:00-17:00
Majó, Menningarhúsinu Hofi
"THE Trio" performs light and summery jazz tunes at Wednesday Jazz at Majó in Hof
No charge Concert
July 8
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
July 9
21:00-23:00
Græni Hatturinn
Pétur Ben will perform at Græni Hatturinn in Akureyri on July 9th as a part of his summer-tour.
Festivals Concert
July 10 - July 11
Hrísey
A annual festival including family friendly events such as kid-disco, bonfire, live-music, art-shows and mystery tours.
For the kids No charge Festivals
July 10 - July 12
Út um allt Akureyri...
This grassroots performing arts festival in Akureyri is held for the first time!
Theater No charge
July 10
17:00-19:00
Kaktus, Kaupvangsstræti, Miðbær, Akureyri, Northeastern Region, 600, Iceland
The artist Björn Heimir Önundarson exhibits in Kaktus
Exhibitions No charge
July 11
08:00-16:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
The hike starts at Lokastaðarétt, to Réttarhóllinn and then ascends Þveráröxl
Daytrips
July 11
09:00-18:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
The group will sail from Húsavík to Flatey with Norðursigling. The sailing takes approximately two hours.
Daytrips
July 11
21:00-22:39
Leyni
Release concert with Strákurinn fákurinn!
No charge Concert
July 12
08:00-16:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
The hike starts at Hofsstaðir and goes up onto Hofsstaðaheiði, with views over Lake Mývatn and Sandvatn
Daytrips
July 12
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 12
12:00-14:00
Kaktus, Kaupvangsstræti, Miðbær, Akureyri, Northeastern Region, 600, Iceland
Animation workshop in Kaktus
No charge
July 12
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja
Björn Steinar Sólbergsson plays chosen works and premieres a new piece for organ
No charge Concert
July 13
20:00-21:00
Akureyrarkirkja, Eyrarlandsvegur 1, Akureyri, Iceland
A German/Icelandic Liederconcert with Alexander Edelstein and Erla Dóra Vogler
No charge Concert
July 14
17:00-18:00
Sundlaug Akureyrar, Skólastígur, Akureyri
Aqua Zumba is great excise in the water to fun music
Sport Festivals
July 15
10:00-17:00
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri
A varied program will be available
For the kids No charge Festivals
July 15
16:00-17:00
Majó, Menningarhúsinu Hofi
with Fanney Kristjáns Snjólaugardóttir og Daníel Starrason
No charge Concert
July 15
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
July 16
16:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
Cosy music with Trió Akureyrar
No charge Concert
July 16 - July 19
19:00-04:00
Dalsbraut 1, Iceland
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
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
The exhibition is my solo exhibition of quilts that I have made over the years.
No charge
July 17
17:20-18:20
Miðbæjarstöð strætó
Electronic music event on the Akureyri city-bus
Concert
July 18
08:00-18:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
A hike from Þverá in Ólafsfjörður through Kvíabekkjardalur up to Ólafsfjarðarskarð.
Daytrips
July 18
10:00-14:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
A hike from Ytri-Á at Kleifar in Ólafsfjörður out to Fossdalur.
Daytrips
July 18 - July 19
11:00-17:00
Gásir
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
Akureyri Botanical Garden, Akureyri, Northeastern Region, Iceland
Daði Freyr at the LYST Summer & Beer Festival 2026
Festivals Concert
July 19
08:00-13:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Drive to the gravel pit at Víkurskarð and cycle north to Draflastaðir.
Daytrips
July 19
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 19
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja, Eyrarlandsvegur 1, Akureyri, Iceland
Tríó Öræfi and Arnaldur Arnarson guitarist - Zingara and premiere!
No charge Concert
July 20 - July 26
20:00-13:00
Hamrar
The Icelandic Scout Association invites scouts from around the world to the National Jamboree in the summer of 2026.
Akureyrarvaka 2025 Daytrips Dance
July 21 - July 23
09:00-16:00
Glerárkirkja
Fun and creative music workshop for children aged 8-13!
For the kids Concert
July 22
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
July 25
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
A hike starting from the farm Dagverðartunga in Hörgársveit, south of Fornhagagil.
Daytrips
July 25
09:00-17:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
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
Scout groups offer entertainment, food tastings, games, ect. connected to their hometowns, countries, or cultures. Everyone welcome.
Dance For the kids Theater No charge Festivals Concert
July 26
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 26
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja
Andrew J. Yang plays highlights of piano litterature and premieres own piece!
No charge Concert
July 26
21:00-23:00
Græni Hatturinn
Ásgeir finally returns to Græni Hatturinn.
Festivals Concert
July 29
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
July 31 - August 3
Akureyri
A family friendly event including fairground, exhibitions, concerts, and sport events
For the kids Sport Movie Theater Exhibitions Festivals Concert
August 1
12:00-13:00
MA túnið við Lystigarðinn
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 5
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
August 8 - August 9
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
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 is a majestic mountain rising over eastern Eyjafjarðarsveit. Connected to nearby mountains and highland areas
Daytrips
August 9
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 10
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið
Board games
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 11
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið
Paint some jars and stones
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 12
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið
Badges and bookmarks
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 12
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
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
A hike up Mannshrygg on Hlíðarfjall, across Vindheimajökull, and to Strýta (1,456 m).
Daytrips
August 15
16:00
Hríseyjarkirkja
Óskar Magnússon and Ragnhildur D. Þórhallsdóttir perform gentle melodies from various countries.
Concert
August 15
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
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
Cycling out along Hvalvatnsfjörður from Gljúfurá on Leirdalsheiði.
Daytrips
August 16
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 17
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið
Build out of legos
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 18
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri
Bead workshop
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 19
09:00-11:00
Amtsbókasafnið
Create your own book
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 19
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
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
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
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 23
10:00-16:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
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
Take a look at the nice old steel falcons by the Cultural house Hof
No charge Festivals
August 28 - August 29
Listagilið
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
We drive to the entrance of Gæsadalur and from there walk into the valley, crossing the scree slopes east of the river
Daytrips
August 30
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 1
17:00-19:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
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
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 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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 11
21:00-23:30
Græni Hatturinn
Sycamore Tree: 10th Anniversary Concert
Festivals Concert
September 12
10:00-14:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 18
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
1991 – The Year That Changed Rock Music
Concert
September 19
10:00-15:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 27
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 3
10:00-14:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 11
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 18
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 25
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 1
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 8
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 15
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 22
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 29 - December 23
Ráðhústorg, 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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 6
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 13
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 20
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 27
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge