Happy summer, dear residents!
The City Council and staff of Hafnarfjörður wish the residents and friends of Hafnarfjörður a happy summer, with thanks for an incredible and unusual winter! A big and heartfelt thank you to the residents and staff of Hafnarfjörður, and to the businesses and institutions in the town, for their exceptional adaptability and tolerance during these incredible times.
Brighter days are ahead – in the truest sense of the word
The city authorities and staff of Hafnarfjörður wish the residents and friends of Hafnarfjörður a happy summer, with thanks for an incredible and unusual winter! It is a fitting opportunity, now that brighter days lie ahead, to praise the people of Hafnarfjörður and the staff of the City of Hafnarfjörður and the businesses and institutions in the town for their exceptional adaptability and tolerance during a time that can truly be called unprecedented, as the community as a whole is experiencing and tackling previously unknown tasks and challenges.
A big and heartfelt thank you to you all!
This year, as was the case last year, there will be few events and a shared festive programme on the first of May itself, and the Hraunbúar Scout Association parade and the FH Cross-Country Run at Víðistaðatún have been postponed. All groups are emphasising a cheerful approach to the current situation and are encouraging residents to look for entertainment and joy in their local area. After all, Hafnarfjörður is rather well-placed when it comes to adventure and joy on its doorstep. Thus, we celebrate summer in a different format for the second year running. Our two bouncy castles in Víðistaðatún and Óla Run tún have been opened. Entry to our museums is free, as is swimming for children and young people aged 17 and under. We also point residents towards our idea map, which has undergone some changes since it was first introduced: the Little Guide to Hafnarfjörður, Stuðkví, and interesting places that are usually just around the corner:
- Here you can find a whole alphabet of ideas.
- Here you can access Support – fun Scout projects
- Here you can access the Little Rat Race of Hafnarfjörður.
- Places of interest in Hafnarfjörður
- Outdoor activities and nature
- Our swimming pools Ásvallalaug and Suðurbæjarlaug are open from 8 am to 5 pm on the first of May. The Hafnarfjörður Swimming Pool is closed.
- Our collections are open during normal opening hours – Hafnarfjörður Library, Hafnarfjörður Museum of Local History and Port city
- The town festival Bjartir dagar The festival began yesterday and will run all summer. The festival's opening programme is low-key in light of the current situation in society, but there should be something for everyone. See the festival programme