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Fall break in the city Oct. 22-26

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Opening at Reykjavík Art Museum

City Life — the city of culture

A website dedicated to the vibrant cultural life of Reykjavík. A dynamic, visual events calendar where people of all ages can find information and discover entertainment suited to their interests.
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Good neighbors - good city

Neighborhood watch is a collaborative program of Reykjavík City, the police, and residents to prevent crime. Neighborhood watch is essential for reducing break-ins while also bringing people together to create safer, more welcoming communities.
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The Reykjavík Card goes digital

Digital access to swimming pools, museums, the geothermal beach, and Reykjavík Family Park and Zoo. Reykjavík City has launched a new digital solution to simplify access to its wide range of services.
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You can submit any suggestions through the Reykjavik Suggestion Portal. All suggestions are read and categorized by the Service Center and passed on to the relevant people who will reply. Note that the form is in Icelandic.
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Photo of children’s hands making crafts with leaves and paint. October 14, 2026

A variety of activities during Reykjavík primary schools’ fall break

Reykjavík primary schools’ fall break runs Oct. 22-26, offering a wide range of activities for children and families across the city. Museums, libraries and other venues offer creative workshops, scavenger hunts, crafts, games and family events. Adults accompanying children receive free admission to City museums during fall break.

Tourists with cellphones outside Hallgrímskirkja October 14, 2026

Soft net at Reykjavík City Library

Do you ever feel like your digital life controls you rather than the other way around? Join Reykjavík City Library's event series and let's figure it out together.

Photo from the awards ceremony for the Icelandic artworks to be submitted to the Mayors for Peace international art competition. October 13, 2026

Artwork selected for Mayors for Peace art competition

Peace is a key issue for children and other residents around the world. Since 2023, primary school children in Reykjavík have had the opportunity to make their voices heard through an international art competition for Mayors for Peace member cities.

Author Ocean Vuong October 12, 2026

Ocean Vuong is the special guest at Reykjavík Poetics

The 26th event in the Reykjavík Poetics series will take place Oct. 14 at Mengi, Óðinsgata 2. Special guest Ocean Vuong is one of the most internationally renowned poets and authors of his generation.

Imagine Peace Tower lit on Viðey on John Lennon's birthday October 12, 2026

Imagine Peace Tower lit

A large crowd gathered for the lighting of the Imagine Peace Tower on Viðey on Friday, Oct. 9. 

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Toddler Time in Grófin
Toddler Time in Grófin
15. October 2026 | 10:30–11:30
Grófin City Library
Coast Guard Vessel Óðinn - Guided Tour on Board
Coast Guard Vessel Óðinn - Guided Tour on Board
15. October 2026 | 13:00–14:00
Reykjavík Maritime Museum
Puzzle Meetups
Puzzle Meetups
15. October 2026 | 19:00–21:00
City Library Úlfarsárdalur
The City and the Flowers
The City and the Flowers
15. October 2026 | 16:00–18:30
Reykjavik City Library Grófin
Handicrafts & Book Chat in Grófin
Handicrafts & Book Chat in Grófin
15. October 2026 | 15:00–17:00
Grófin City Library
Prayers
Prayers
16. October 2026 | 12:00–12:15
Hallgrímskirkja
Exhibition on the Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Exhibition on the Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
15. October 2026 | 08:00–18:00
Reykjavík City Hall
Læti!! Music lessons for children and adults
Læti!! Music lessons for children and adults
16. October 2026 | 14:00–18:00
Music Centre in Völvufell 17
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