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Winter Lights Festival 2026

Winter Lights Festival is from February 5-8, 2026 in all six municipalities of the capital area. This festival of light and darkness includes Museum Night, Pool Night, and the Light Trail, along with over 150 events where numerous artists help create a unique atmosphere in the city.

All events are free of charge during the Winter Lights Festival.

Spotlight

The Winter Lights Festival opening takes place Jan. 5 at 7 p.m. in the garden of the Einar Jónsson Museum

Winter Lights Festival 2026 opening

The Winter Lights Festival opening takes place in the garden of the Einar Jónsson Museum Feb. 5 at 7 p.m.

Ljóslistaverk á Ljósaslóð Vetrarhátíðar í Reykjavík

Winter Lights Festival Light Trail

The Light Trail of the Winter Festival will play a key role. The trail is a walking path from Hallgrímskirkja down Skólavörðustígur and all the way to Austurvöllur which will be surrounded by light art installations.

Museum Night

Museum Night will be held Friday evening, Feb. 6. Many museums in the capital area will open their doors and offer entertaining and varied programming from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.