What's on

July 2 - July 5
KA Völlurinn, Dalsbraut, Akureyri
One of the largest football competitions held annually in Iceland, for young boys
For the kids Sport
July 4 - July 5
Þórsvöllur, Skarðshlíð, Akureyri
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
March 22 - August 17
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
How does one get an idea for an artwork?
Exhibitions
March 22 - August 17
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Exhibition by Emilie Palle Holm
Exhibitions
March 22 - August 17
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Exhibition by Helga Páley Friðþjófsdóttir
Exhibitions
May 17 - September 7
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
What is the relationship between man and nature?
Exhibitions
May 17 - September 7
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Exhibition by Þóra Sigurðardóttir
Exhibitions
May 31 - August 5
Drottningarbraut
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
Exhibition by Margrét Jónsdóttir
Exhibitions
June 5 - September 14
10:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Group exhibition by North Icelandic artists
Exhibitions
June 6 - June 6
08:00-16:00
Lystigarður Akureyrar, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
"Framed" photo exhibition in Akureyri Botanical Gardens.
No charge Exhibitions
June 7 - August 23
14:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
Vikar Mar (b. 1999) is a visual artist based in Hjalteyri, Eyjafjörður
Concert
July 5 - July 19 July 5 - July 19 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.
July 5 - July 6
20:00-16:00
Siglufjörður
Annual Folk Music Festival in Siglufjörður. Concerts, courses and Academia
Daytrips Exhibitions Festivals Concert
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Fornhagi, Hörgárdalsvegur
Thorvaldsdalur Terrain Run is the oldest terrain run in Iceland. The total distance is aprox. 25 km.
Sport Festivals
July 5 - July 14
14:00-16:00
Mjólkurbúðin, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Art exhibition
Exhibitions No charge Festivals
July 5
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Ljótu hálvitarir at Græni Hatturinn – need we say more?
No charge Festivals Concert
July 6
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 6
13:00-16:00
Laufás, Grýtubakkahreppur
Lively Laufás heritage site – market, games, music, and traditional dancing
For the kids Festivals
July 6
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja, við Eyrarlandsveg, Akureyri
Varied program of music for accordeon and organ
No charge Concert
July 8
10:00-19:00
Amtsbókasafnið, Brekkugata, Akureyri
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the first Moomin book!
For the kids No charge
July 9
20:00-21:30
Menningarhúsið Hof, Strandgata, Akureyri
Members of Akureyri's vintage car club meet on Wednesday evenings at the Cultural House Hof
No charge Festivals
July 10
20:00
Deiglan Gilfélagið, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Deiglan arises
No charge Concert
July 10
21:00-23:00
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
SEIÐR is bringing the show Neon Glow 2.0 up north to Akureyri!
Theater Festivals
July 11 - July 12
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 11
17:00
Deiglan Gilfélagið, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Group exhibition in Deiglan
Exhibitions No charge
July 11
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Concert in Græni Hatturinn
Festivals Concert
July 12
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025 For the kids Lectures Theater Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
July 12
13:00-17:00
Deiglan Gilfélagið, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Group exhibition in Deiglan
Exhibitions No charge
July 12
13:00-18:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
The bus will take participants to Systragil in Fnjóskadalur, where the Þingmannavegur hike begins, crossing Vaðlaheiði.
Daytrips
July 12
15:00-16:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Performance in the Art Museum related to the exhibition Mitt rými
Exhibitions No charge Festivals
July 13 - July 16
08:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
The journey begins with a bus ride to Herðubreiðarlindir. Accommodation is in FFA huts
July 13
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 13
13:00-16:00
Deiglan Gilfélagið, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Group exhibition in Deiglan
Exhibitions No charge
July 13
13:00-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
The guide will decide whether the hike starts at Hauganes or Árskógssand.
Daytrips No charge
July 13
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja, við Eyrarlandsveg, Akureyri
The wonders of the accordeon - from Bach to new performance
No charge Concert
July 16
20:00-21:30
Menningarhúsið Hof, Strandgata, Akureyri
Members of Akureyri's vintage car club meet on Wednesday evenings at the Cultural House Hof
No charge Festivals
July 17 - July 20
20:00-04:00
Kaldbaksgata 9
Akureyri's most perilous cultural event!
Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
July 18 - July 20
12:00-20:00
LYST, Lystigarðurinn, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Sumar & Bjórhátíð á LYST – Íslenskur bjór, sumarstemning og stórir útitónleikar
Festivals Concert
July 18 - July 20
17:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
FFA's annual trip to the national mountain Herðubreið (1,682 m). We will stay in the FFA cabin at Drekagil or camp nearby. I
July 18
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Todmobile is finally back after a long break, now with Eyþór Arnalds back in the spotlight.
Festivals Concert
July 19
08:00-18:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
We will drive to Miklagarður in Eyjafjörður, where the cars will be parked. From there, we will hike along the south side of Skjóldalsá
Festivals
July 19
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025 For the kids Lectures Theater Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
July 19
15:00-16:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri, Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
Concert in the Akureyri Art Museum
No charge Concert
July 19
21:00-23:00
LYST, Lystigarðurinn, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
🎶 ÚTITÓNLEIKAR Í LYSTIGARÐINUM 🎶 Laugardagskvöldið 19. júlí kl. 21:00 • Akure
Festivals Concert
July 19
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Todmobile is finally back after a long break, now with Eyþór Arnalds back in the spotlight.
Festivals Concert
July 20
08:00-15:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
We will drive to Þeistareykjavirkjun (Theistareykir Power Station). From there, we will start biking south along Bæjarfjall
Daytrips
July 20
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 20
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja, við Eyrarlandsveg, Akureyri
Enjoy wonders of piano music in Akureyri church
No charge Concert
July 26
Siglufjörður
Go sea angling, sailing on the fjord and taste fresh grilled fish
Festivals
July 26
08:00-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
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
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
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
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
July 27
17:00-18:00
Akureyrarkirkja, við Eyrarlandsveg, Akureyri
Bitter-sweet songs in Akureyri church
No charge Concert
July 31 - August 2
Ráðhústorg, Akureyri
Mountain trail run organized since 2016. Four race distances 100km, 43km, 28km and 19km
Sport Festivals Concert
July 31
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
Festivals Concert
August 1 - August 4
Akureyri
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
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
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025 For the kids Lectures Theater Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
August 2
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 9
08:00-20:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
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
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
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 15 - August 16
Íþróttamiðstöðin í Hrísey, Norðurvegur, Hrísey
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
10 year anniversary concert of the album Tvær plánetur
Festivals Concert
August 16 - August 17
09:00-17:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
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
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
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 17
13:00-17:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
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
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
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
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
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
August 29 - August 30
Ráðhústorg, Akureyri
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
The hike starts at the farm Dagverðartunga in Hörgársveit, south of Fornhagagil.
Daytrips
August 30
09:00-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
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
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
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
Victor Patrascan in Akureyri
Concert
September 5
21:00-23:00
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
An evening with Rögnvaldur, celebrating the milestone of turning 60 (unless something unexpected happens).
Festivals Concert
September 6
08:30-16:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
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
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 13
10:00-14:00
Strandgata, Akureyri
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
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
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
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
Concerts in Hof
Concert
September 19
21:00-23:00
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
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
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
Weekly saturday tours in Sigurhæðir
Akureyrarvaka 2025 For the kids Lectures Theater Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
September 20
21:00-23:00
hof
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
September 26
21:00-23:30
Græni hatturinn, Hafnarstræti, Akureyri
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
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
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
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
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 in Akureyri 4.-5 okt.
Concert
October 4
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
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
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 9 - October 11
Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri
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 9 - October 12
akureyri
Enjoy treating yourself at Cosy Days with concerts, exhibitions and various events happening around the town.
Movie Theater Exhibitions Festivals Concert
October 11
13:00-13:30
Flóra culture house Sigurhæðir - concept show - studios - shop, Sigurhæðir, Eyrarlandsvegur, Akureyri
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
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 celebrates the release of his LP Athvarf
Festivals Concert
October 18
21:00-23:00
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre, Strandgata, Akureyri
Experience the magic of one of the most iconic bands in music history!
Concert
October 19
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
October 26
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 2
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 9
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
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
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 23
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
November 30 - 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 30
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 7
10:00-11:00
Ferðafélag Akureyrar, Strandgata, Akureyri
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge
December 12 - December 13
19:00-22:00
hof
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
Exercise, fresh air, and good company – everyone is welcome!
Daytrips Sport No charge