New Year's Eve bonfires

New Year's Eve bonfires are usually held in ten locations in Reykjavík. They are either managed by the Reykjavík City staff or an association and they pay close attention to what is added to the bonfires and ensure that the bonfires are properly loaded and monitored.

There is no formal schedule at the bonfires but we encourage you to sing carols and have fun.

Where are the New Year's Eve bonfires?

Bonfires will be lit on New Year's Eve.

  • At Ægisíða, a small bonfire, at 8:30pm.
  • In Skerjafjörður opposite Skildinganes 48-52, a small bonfire, lit at 9pm.
  • At Suðurhlíðar, below Fossvogur Cemetery, a small bonfire, at 8:30pm.
  • Laugardalur, below Laugarásvegur 18, small bonfire, at 8:30pm.
  • Geirsnef, on the north side of Geirsnef, a large bonfire, at 8:30pm.
  • At Jafnasel, a small bonfire, at 8:30pm.
  • At Rauðavatn on the north side, a small bonfire, at 8:30pm.
  • Gufunes by Gufunesbær, a large bonfire, at 8:30pm.
  • At Kléberg in Kjalarnes, a small bonfire, at 8:30pm.
  • Úlfarsfell on the lot of Fisfélagið at Lambhagavegur, a small bonfire (lit at 3pm)
Note that you may not bring fireworks and flares to the bonfires but you may use sparklers and torches without sparks. Remember to bring protective goggles and gloves.