Events in Reykjavik in December 2026
Reykjavik event dates for December 2026 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to December.
Reykjavik's December 2026 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Dec 1 - Dec 23
Reykjavik Christmas Market
A festive Christmas market held in downtown Reykjavik featuring local crafts, food stalls, and holiday entertainment.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Dec 1 - Dec 24
Yule Town at Ingólfstorg Square
A traditional Icelandic Christmas village setup with activities, performances, and seasonal treats in the city center.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Dec 10 - Dec 20
Reykjavik Winter Lights Festival - December Edition
A special winter illumination event showcasing light installations and cultural performances around Reykjavik.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Christmas Eve · publicDec 24
- Christmas Day · publicDec 25
- Boxing Day · publicDec 26
- New Year's Eve · publicDec 31
- Long weekendDec 24–Dec 27
- Long weekendDec 25–Dec 27
- Long weekend with bridge dayDec 31–Jan 3
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
Seasonal notes
- Northern lights viewing: At 64.1° latitude with 5.1h of daylight this month, nights are dark enough for aurora when the sky is clear.
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