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September 12 - September 13
15:00-17:00
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Magnús´s engines of inner values
Art that spreads joy to everyone
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 - 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
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
September 12 - September 17
Hafnarstræti 88
THE WEDDING
Window exhibition in Hafnarstræti 88, Welcome!
Akureyrarvaka 2026
Exhibitions
No charge
Festivals
September 12 - September 29
20:00
Leyni, Akureyri
Chasing Light - Art Show of Gillian Pokalo at Leyni
Show runs from 27.9.26-9.9.26 Opening is 29.8.26 at 20
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 - 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
Echoes of Transformation: Into the Garden
Charlotte’s artistic practice is characterised by meticulous craftsmanship
Exhibitions
Akureyrarvaka 2026
September 10 - October 1
08:15-19:00
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri
Decorative stones 70 Plus
The exhibition features pebbles from the seashore that have been decorated in various ways
No charge
September 12 - September 27
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
Aurora Watercolour Festival
International watercolour festival
Exhibitions
September 12 - September 20
Mjólkurbúðin
Hips
Art exhibition
Exhibitions
No charge
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 13
13:00-16:00
Old Turfhouse Laufás
Traditional Autumn Activities at Laufás
The autum is lively at Laufás heritage site.
For the kids
Festivals
September 17
16:30-18:00
Amtsbókasafnið
Story time every Thursday at 4:30pm
Storytime and craft
For the kids
No charge
Festivals
September 17
20:00-22:30
Vamos
Salsa night and free lesson for beginners
Everyone welcome and no need to bring a dance partner
Dance
No charge
Festivals
September 18
17:00-18:30
Amtsbókasafnið
Best books
Looking for your next great read?
Akureyrarvaka 2026
Festivals
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 19
14:30-16:30
Sílabás
Bingo at the beach with Skoppa and Skritla!
All families welcome to join Skoppa and Skritla at the beach playing bingo!
For the kids
No charge
Festivals
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 22
10:00-12:00
Amtsbókasafnið á Akureyri
Parent´s educational morning
Education on accidents and illnesses in young children
Lectures
No charge
Festivals
September 24
16:30-18:00
Amtsbókasafnið
Story time every Thursday at 4:30pm
Storytime and craft
For the kids
No charge
Festivals
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 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 - 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
13:00-15:00
Amtsbókasafnið, Akureyri, Ísland
Bracelet making
Everyone is welcome to make their own bracelet.
For the kids
No charge
Festivals
September 26
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Við syngjum tvö
Two of Iceland’s most beloved voices join forces for the concert Við syngjum tvö (We Sing Together).
Concert
Festivals
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
September 27
16:00-18:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
From Mountains to Favelas
From Mountains to Favelas is a music and cultural project that brings together Brazilian jazz and Icelandic musical life in an innovative way.
Concert
October 1
20:00-22:30
Vamos
Salsa night and free lesson for beginners
Everyone welcome and no need to bring a dance partner
Dance
No charge
Festivals
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 3
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Friðrik Dór & SinfoniaNord
Friðrik Dór has long established himself as one of Iceland’s leading pop artists
Concert
Festivals
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 8
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Icelandic jazz gems
Are you ready for a wonderful evening of Icelandic jazz classics?
Concert
October 9 - November 7
20:00-22:00
Samkomuhúsið
Fasteignamartröðin
A darkly comic contemporary play about the absurd jungle of the housing market. In icelandic
Concert
Theater
October 10
Menningarhúsið Hof
Helgi Björns & Reiðmenn vindanna
For more than 40 years, Helgi Björns has been singing alongside the nation.
Concert
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 11
15:00-17:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Nýkveikt tungl - Kammerkór Norðurlands
The Northern Chamber Choir, conducted by Guðmundur Óli Gunnarsson, will perform a concert at Hamrar.
Concert
October 15
20:00-22:30
Vamos
Salsa & bachata social
Free admission and everyone welcome!
Dance
No charge
Festivals
October 15
21:00-23:00
græni hatturinn
Angurværð
Angurværð returns to Græni Hatturinn at last!
Concert
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 18
16:00-18:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Undir sömu stjörnu
The opening event of Opera in Hof.
Concert
October 23 - November 15
12:00-17:00
Listasafnið á Akureyri
Boreal Screendance Festival 2026
Screendance from around the world exhibited on wide screens, walls and windows
Dance
Movie
Exhibitions
No charge
Concert
Festivals
October 23
18:30-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
I Wanna Dance With Somebody
RÚN EVENTS PRESENT - Party of the Year!!
Concert
October 24
16:00-18:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Life Is a Concert
Karlakór Eyjafjarðar (The Eyjafjörður Men’s Choir) celebrates its 30th anniversary with a major concert
Concert
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
October 29
20:00-22:30
Vamos
Salsa & bachata social
Free admission and everyone welcome!
Dance
No charge
Festivals
October 31
21:00-23:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Nýdönsk - Fullkomið farartæki
The band Nýdönsk is back for its annual autumn concert at Hof.
Concert
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 1
16:00-18:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Ingimar Eydal 90 ára
Ingimar Eydal – 90 Years. The Ingimar Eydal Band was one of Iceland’s most popular dance bands for many years.
Concert
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 12
20:00-22:30
Vamos
Salsa & bachata social
Free admission and everyone welcome!
Dance
No charge
Festivals
November 12
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Afnám Tilviljunar - Abolishing Chance
Abolishing Chance is a new interdisciplinary project by Puruñeka Duo, bringing together six new works for percussion duo.
Concert
November 14
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Todmobile
Todmobile received an Honorary Award at the Icelandic Music Awards earlier this year and will now celebrate with a special commemorative concert.
Concert
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 20
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Celebrating George Michael
Enjoy the music of George Michael, performed by an outstanding singer and a fantastic band featuring Wham!’s original bass player.
Concert
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 26
20:00-22:30
Vamos
Salsa & bachata social
Free admission and everyone welcome!
Dance
No charge
Festivals
November 27 - December 5
18:30-21:00
Samkomuhúsið
Jólaglögg
Umskiptingar are back with their hilarious Christmas show. In icelandic
Theater
November 27
Menningarhúsið Hof
Baggalútur
Baggalútur’s Christmas concerts are an essential part of the festive season.
Concert
November 28 - December 6
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
At a Red Light
Kristín Þóra Haraldsdóttir is heading north with her hugely popular comedy show. In icelandic.
Theater
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 5
20:30-22:30
Menningarhúsið Hof
Bubbi - Þorláksmessutónleikar
Bubbi Morthens’ Þorláksmessa concert series is one of Iceland’s longest-running Christmas traditions
Concert
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 11 - December 13
19:00-21:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Vitringarnir 3 - 2026
Vitringarnir 3 are coming to town this December, bringing their trademark outrageous Christmas comedy
Concert
December 11
20:30-23:30
Vamos
Christmas Social
Free admission and everyone welcome!
Dance
No charge
Festivals
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 19
21:00-22:30
Menningarhúsið Hof
Ari Eldjárn: Áramótaskop 2026
Ari Eldjárn invites you to bid farewell to the year with his unforgettable stand-up show. NB in icelandic
Concert
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
January 10
16:00-18:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Í tunglsljósi á ís
New Year’s Concert by the North Iceland Symphony Orchestra & Akureyri School of Music
Concert
January 20 - February 6
20:00-22:00
Samkomuhúsið
120th Anniversary of Samkomuhúsið
120th Anniversary of Samkomuhúsið
Concert
Theater
January 30
20:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Pernille Haaland - Nordic AF
Award winning comedian Pernille Haaland (HBO Max, Netflix, Discovery, NRK, TV2)
Festivals
February 13
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
A Country Night in Nashville
Dominic Halpin is an exceptionally charismatic singer who comes to Hof with his talented band
Concert
February 21
16:00-18:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Daníel Bjarnason conducts Brahms
Daníel Bjarnason conducts the North Iceland Symphony Orchestra in performances of two of Johannes Brahms’ most beloved works
Concert
April 29 - April 30
20:00-22:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
Gæðablóð
“I want tourists to see me and ask: ‘Where is Hallgrímskirkja?’” In icelandic
Concert
May 9
16:00-18:00
Menningarhúsið Hof
BaKaBa – Spring Quartet Fun
The string quartet of the North Iceland Symphony Orchestra takes on a spectacular and lively spring programme
Concert