Events in Iceland

The first weekend in August is a bank holiday weekend, which means festivals and events all over Iceland. Thousands of Icelanders pack up their camping equipment and head for the wilderness. Even though the sun barely sets at this time of year in Iceland many bonfires are lit to add even more light to the long nights. Live entertainment includes music from Icelandic pop groups and local folk bands. If camping isn't your thing there are still plenty of organized events in the local towns. If you're lucky enough to be in Iceland at this time, you'll know what to do and where to go and Icelanders will make sure you're welcome.

On this day the town of Dalvik, Iceland prepares dishes with their favorite food, fish. With live music playing enjoy a free buffet of traditional Icelandic recipes using freshly caught fish. Both traditional and contemporary dishes are served letting you try a bit of everything.

During this time of year, Iceland's midnight sun keeps things light for almost 24 hours, which is why the Reykjavik Cultural Night has become such an essential part of the city's cultural scene. During this night the streets are filled with both young and old Iceland's vibrant culture. There are outdoor shows, performances, fireworks and fairs. Also bars, restaurants, shops and galleries stay open late to cater for the large crowds that show up for this special celebration.

The Iceland Airwaves Music Festival showcases a mixture of local and international talent. The festival often features bands just on the brink of being discovered. Bands like The Rapture, TV on the Radio and Clap Your Hands Say Yeah are just a few of the bands that have emerged from this festival to international notoriety.