A packed schedule all summer – Brochure in the post
Yes, there are eventful weeks ahead here in Hafnarfjörður. A leaflet with all the main events of the summer has now been delivered to every home in the town.
Summer is the time in Hafnarfjörður
A leaflet with all the main summer events here in Hafnarfjörður has now been delivered to every home in the town. Those who have not received a copy can collect one from the swimming pools, museums and our customer service from the day after the weekend.
Yes, there are eventful weeks ahead. Events include: Seafarers' Day at Flensburg Harbour on 7th June, the Hafnarfjörður Run on 11th June, and the popular Viking Festival in Víðistaðatún from 16th–21st June. Then, the National Day will be celebrated with a varied programme of events throughout the town on 17th June.
The Lotta Theatre Company presents the musical Colourland in Hellisgerði on 21 June and Hjarta Hafnarfjarðar will be held for the tenth time from 25 June to 1 August with a varied programme in the town centre. Later this summer, events such as will follow. Total eclipse of the sun, Álfahátíð in Hellisgerði, Vegan Festival and the cultural festival Home and the universe.
In addition to the larger events, cultural and health walks will be on offer every Wednesday this summer. The walks are varied and take participants through the history, culture and nature of Hafnarfjörður, from the harbour area and Ástjörn to Hvaleyrarvatn and Sléttuhlíð.
We encourage residents and visitors to check the programme and enjoy what Hafnarfjörður has to offer this summer.
Main events of the summer in Hafnarfjörður 2026
- 1st June – The 118th anniversary of the Borough of Hafnarfjörður
- 7th June – Seafarers' Day at Flensburg Harbour
- 11th June – Hafnarfjörður Run (5 km and 10 km)
- 13–28 June – Song Festival at Hafnarborg
- 16–21 June – Viking Festival in Víðistaðatún
- 17th June – Icelandic National Day with a programme throughout the town
- 21st June – The Lotta Theatre Company performs Colourland in Hellisgerði
- 25 June – 1 August – The heart of Hafnarfjörður in the town centre
- 12 August – Total eclipse of the sun / Looked home in Hafnarfjörður
- 16 August – Elf Festival in Hellisgerði
- 30 August – Vegan Festival at Thorsplan
- 4–6 September – Worlds and Heavens, costume and play festival
Regular events this summer
- Cultural and health walks every Wednesday from June to August
- Hafnarfjörður Museum of Local History Open every day over the summer
- Port city with a variety of exhibitions and events
- New Library of Hafnarfjörður Opens in Firði in July
These are the biggest events of the summer, but the brochure also contains numerous smaller events, walks, exhibitions and family entertainment that make Hafnarfjörður a lively and diverse summer town.