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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
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 27 - September 17
Hafnarstræti 88

THE WEDDING

Window exhibition in Hafnarstræti 88, Welcome!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Exhibitions No charge Festivals
August 27
16:30-18:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Story time every Thursday at 4:30pm

Storytime and craft
For the kids No charge Festivals
August 27
20:00
Deiglan

UngDans Akureyri - A Man Walks Into a Bar

UngDans Akureyri premieres the company's first piece in Deiglan.
Dance
August 28 - August 29 August 28 - August 29 Akureyri

Akureyrarvaka

Akureyrarvaka is an annual town festival, held on the last weekend of August closest to the town’s anniversary which is August 29th.
August 28
08:15-19:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Past and future

The past and future of the LEGO town explored through castles and spaceships
Festivals Akureyrarvaka 2026
August 28
09:00-18:00
Snyrtistofan Heilbrigð húð

Akureyri Town Festival at Heilbrigð húð

Akureyrarvaka 2026
August 28
15:30-16:30
Lögmannshlíð, Vestursíða

concert at Lögmannshlíð

Akureyrarvaka 2026 Festivals Concert
August 28
17:00-19:00
Iðnaðarsafnið

The LEGO town - Exhibtion opening

A collection of assembled LEGO sets from the years 1978 to 1994
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 28
18:00-19:15
Sambíó

Island nation - a documentary about Grímsey

A premier of the documentary Island nation (79 min) by Nikolai Galitzine.
Festivals Movie Akureyrarvaka 2026
August 28
18:00-20:00
Deiglan

"Þrykkt blæbrigði" exhibition

We welcome you to the exhibition Þrykkt blæbrigði, which opens at Deiglan in Akureyri on Friday, 28 August, from 6:00–8:00 pm
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Exhibitions
August 28
19:30-21:00
Sundlaug Akureyrar

Foam party in the Swimming Pool with Saint Pete and Pitenz

Foamy fun in the swimming pool!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 For the kids Festivals Concert
August 28
20:00-00:00
Vamos AEY

Vamos Rooftop Set at Akureyrarvaka

Party on the roof and on the street!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 28
20:40-22:00
Lystigarðurinn á Akureyri

Rökkurró in the Botanical Garden for Akureyrarvaka 2025

Romantic atmosphere, dance and sweet tunes
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Dance For the kids No charge Festivals Concert Theater Exhibitions
August 28
21:30-22:00
Lystigarðurinn

THE Tríó at Rökkurró

A warm sound, lively interplay and improvisation
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 28
22:00-23:30
LYST, Akureyri

Kristján Edelstein Quartet at Lyst

Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Concert
August 28
22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Ómur – Purudeko Duo – Percussion Duo

Free concert featuring the percussion duo Puruñeka Duo
Concert Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
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
11:00-18:30
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 29
11:00-12:00
Bryggja við fiskihöfn

Morning cruise with Húni II

A cruise to celebrate Akureyri culture night
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals
August 29
11:00-15:00
Við Glerárskóla

3 on 3 Streetball Tournament in Garðurinn hans Gústa

A 3 on 3 Streetball Tournament in Garðurinn hans Gústi by Glerárskóli
Akureyrarvaka 2026 For the kids Sport
August 29
11:00-15:00
Brekkugata 5

Treasures

Treasures – a live artwork created through conversations with visitors.
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Exhibitions
August 29
11:00-22:00
Sjoppan

Sjoppugleði

Fun and festivities at Sjoppan during Akureyri Days
Akureyrarvaka 2026
August 29
11:00-17:00
Iðnaðarsafnið

The LEGO town - Exhibtion

A collection of assembled LEGO sets from the years 1978 to 1994
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
11:30
Iðnaðarsafnið

The LEGO town - guided tour

A collection of assembled LEGO sets from the years 1978 to 1994
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
12:00-20:00
Deiglan

"Þrykkt blæbrigði" exhibition

We welcome you to the exhibition Þrykkt blæbrigði, which opens at Deiglan in Akureyri on Friday, 28 August, from 6:00–8:00 pm
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Exhibitions
August 29
12:00-13:00
Minjasafnskirkjan

Folksong duet

Íris and Hlynur play folksongs for a duet
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Concert No charge
August 29
13:00-17:00
Kaupvangsstræti, Akureyri

Vintage cars exhibition

Check out newly polished vintage cars!
Akureyrarvaka 2026
August 29
13:00-19:00
Gránufélagsgata 46

Þúfa Fired up! Creativity, live music and fun during Akureyrarvaka

Streetmarket atmosphere - live music, art workshops, market and carbootsale
Akureyrarvaka 2026 For the kids Exhibitions No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
13:00-13:20
Skrúðhús Lystigarðs Akureyrar

Dorothy and Cinderella visit Akureyrarvaka

Dorothy & Cinderella lead us into an enchanted forest full of magic.
Akureyrarvaka 2026 For the kids Theater No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
13:00-17:00
Zontahúsið. Aðalstræti 54, Innbærinn

Cafe Zonta - pop up

Open house at Akureyrarvaka - The Zonta Club of Akureyri
Akureyrarvaka 2026
August 29
13:00-17:00
Ráðhústorg

Street Market at Ráðhústorg

Come and be a part of a lively atmosphere at the downtown square
Akureyrarvaka 2026
August 29
13:00
Minjasafnið á Akureyri

The Crossing of Sprengisandur

The story of two friends who cycled across Sprengisandur in 1958
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
13:00-15:00
Ráðhústorg

Vélarnar in Ráðhústorg

The amazing and acclaimed DJ Vélarnar keeps the fun going at Ráðhústorg!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
13:15-13:45
Menningarhúsið Hof

Jón Jónsson in Hof

Free concert
Concert Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
13:30-14:15
Lystigarðurinn á Akureyri - Skrúðhús

An outside dance class for 2 - 5 year olds

A fun dance class at Ráðhústorg with DSA
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Dance For the kids Festivals No charge
August 29
14:00-14:15
Drift EA, Strandgata 1

Acro dance

A live acro yoga dance performance
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Festivals No charge
August 29
14:00-18:00
MA Túnið

Open Duels with Akureyri HEMA Club

Come swordfight against knights or your friends
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Sport Festivals No charge
August 29
14:00
Iðnaðarsafnið

The LEGO town - guided tour

A collection of assembled LEGO sets from the years 1978 to 1994
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
14:00-16:00
Kaktus

Kids Rave

Dance party suitable for all ages!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Dance Festivals Concert
August 29
15:00-22:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

In Touch

Working with nature‘s spirit
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Exhibitions
August 29
15:00-16:00
Ráðhústorg

Grímur Sigurðsson plays the Sjallasongs!

Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
15:00-15:30
Hafnarstræti 88

AN ACT OF LOVE

Unofficial Outdoor Wedding – a celebration of yourself and your life!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
15:00
Centro, Hafnarstræti 97

Caramel toss offered by Centro

Caramel toss for visitors and pedestrians
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
15:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Kalli Örvars does impressions, and everyone sings along

“StandupSingalong” in Hof
Concert Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals
August 29
15:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Pétur and the wolf

Concert Akureyrarvaka 2026 For the kids Theater No charge Festivals
August 29
15:00-22:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Domestiscape

Cross-stitch embroideries to construct a new landscape
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Exhibitions
August 29
15:00-22:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Echoes of Transformation: Into the Garden

Charlotte’s artistic practice is characterised by meticulous craftsmanship
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Exhibitions
August 29
15:00-22:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

IMPRESSIONS - COLORS - FORMS II

By examining colors and forms one can learn a lot about visual art.
Akureyrarvaka 2026 For the kids Exhibitions
August 29
15:30-17:00
Langahlíð 10

Singing from the balcony

Mini consert under the clear sky
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Concert
August 29
15:30
Menningarhúsið Hof

Flökkuhjarta - Concert

Old and new country music in Hof
Concert Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
16:00-18:00
Strandgata 53

Open house in Slímstöðin

Concert in Slímstöðin Unknown Fantasy Basilisk Davíð Máni
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Concert Festivals No charge
August 29
16:00-16:30
MA - Kvos

Balloown Away - A scene from an award winning kids play

A piece from the family friendly and non-verbal show Innblástur for all ages
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Theater No charge Festivals For the kids
August 29
16:00
Ráðhústorg

UngDans Akureyri

UngDans Akureyri presents material from the group's newest and first piece.
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Dance
August 29
16:00
Menningarhúsið Hof

Sopran and violoncello concert

Sopran and violoncello concert with icelandic songs in Hof!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Daytrips
August 29
16:00-00:00
Vamos, Ráðhústorgi

ROOTS by no request at Akureyrarvaka!

Where the roots lie in Akureyri’s dance music scene…
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
16:30-17:30
Skáld Hótel Akureyri

Þórarinn Eldjárn at Skáld – Akureyrarvaka

Þórarinn Eldjárn reads from his book at Skáld Hotel
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Lectures No charge Festivals
August 29
16:30-17:30
Kaktus

Music Video Bingo quiz

Think you know music videos? Well now is your chance to shine!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Lectures No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
16:30
Menningarhúsið Hof

Let’s blow our horns!

The Akureyri Brass Band and its brand-new members will perform some great hits in celebration of Akureyrarvaka
Concert Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge
August 29
17:00-18:30
Hrafnagilsstræti 38, Suðurbrekkan

Rúnar Eff's Garden Party

Performing with a band. Malen, Magni Ásgeirs & Rúnar Eff
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
17:30-18:00
Kaktus

DIANA SUS - WRAPPING RAP

Music performance in Kaktus!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
18:00-18:40
Deiglan

Sopran and violoncello concert

Sopran and violoncello concert with icelandic songs in Deiglan!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Daytrips
August 29
18:00-19:30
LEYNI Akureyri

Flökkuhjarta concert

Flökkuhjarta – Country Music Concert
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Concert Festivals No charge
August 29
19:30-20:00
Göngugatan

Kalli Örvars with a stand up singalong

Kalli brings the fun!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
19:45
Göngugatan / Town Center

UngDans Akureyri

UngDans Akureyri presents material from the group's newest and first piece.
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Dance
August 29
20:00-21:00
LEYNI Akureyri

Poetry Reading at Leyni

A diverse group of poets!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals
August 29
21:00-23:30
Græni Hatturinn

Jón Jónsson and band

Jón Jónsson is finally back at Græni Hatturinn with his band
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Festivals Concert
August 29
21:00
LEYNI Akureyri

Evening Concert at Leyni

Live music with local artists!
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
21:00-23:00
Hof

Standup in Hof

The stand-up comedy group Heimamenn takes the stage in Hamrar at Hof.
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Festivals No charge
August 29
21:30-22:15
Múlaberg

BRÍET x MÚLABERG | FREE CONCERT OUTSIDE

Live concert on Múlaberg's outside patio at Hotel Kea
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Festivals Concert
August 29
23:00-00:00
Bryggja við fiskihöfn

Late evening cruise with Húni II

A cruise to celebrate Akureyri culture night
Akureyrarvaka 2026 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
August 30
11:00-14:30
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 - March 7
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Echoes of Transformation: Into the Garden

Charlotte’s artistic practice is characterised by meticulous craftsmanship
Exhibitions
August 30 - March 7
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Domestiscape

Cross-stitch embroideries to construct a new landscape
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Exhibitions
August 30 - March 7
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

In Touch

Working with nature‘s spirit
Akureyrarvaka 2026 Exhibitions
August 30
12:00-15:00
Kaupvangsstræti 23

"Þrykkt blæbrigði" exhibition

We welcome you to the exhibition Þrykkt blæbrigði, which opens at Deiglan in Akureyri on Friday, 28 August, from 6:00–8:00 pm
Akureyrarvaka 2026 No charge Exhibitions
September 1
10:00-12:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Parents' mornings every Tuesday at Amtsbókasafnið

Parent´s morning for parents and kids
For the kids No charge Festivals
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 3
16:30-18:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Story time every Thursday at 4:30pm

Storytime and craft
For the kids No charge Festivals
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 5
20:00-21:30
Slímstöðin

Skollamjólk - Strákurinn Fákurinn

Strákurinn Fákurinn concert in Slímstöðin
Concert No charge Festivals
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 10 - September 27
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Aurora Watercolour Festival

International watercolour festival
Exhibitions
September 10
16:30-18:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Story time every Thursday at 4:30pm

Storytime and craft
For the kids No charge Festivals
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 17
16:30-18:00
Amtsbókasafnið

Story time every Thursday at 4:30pm

Storytime and craft
For the kids No charge Festivals
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 26 - January 10
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

1/3 Musical Entertainment, A Stitch, Pilling and Washing Instructions

Artwork and research as vacuums that suck up and help shape shadow material
Exhibitions
September 26 - January 10
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Darkening Conflict

The works show us how war can both divide and unite
Exhibitions
September 26 - August 5
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

Black spot

New approach in sculpture where the borders of conception and width are shifted
Exhibitions
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 8 - October 10
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri

A! Performance Festival

A! is a four-day international festival
Theater Exhibitions 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 23 - November 15
12:00-17:00
Kaupvangsstræti 8, Akureyri, Iceland

Boreal Screendance Festival 2026

Screendance from around the world exhibited on wide screens, walls and windows
Dance Movie Exhibitions No charge Concert Festivals
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