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Oslo Tree lit by Christmas lights during snowfall on Austurvöllur.
Christmas City - plenty to do.

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Yule spirits on the prowl

The Yule Spirit Scavenger Hunt - take part!

Leppalúði, Nuisance Nymph, Sheep-Cote Clod and other strange creatures have made themselves at home in the city center. A fun scavenger hunt for the whole family. Find four spirits and submit your answers. Great prizes to be won!
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Christmas Market at Austurvöllur

The Christmas Market at Austurvöllur

The Christmas Market at Austurvöllur square is open every weekend until Christmas.
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Christmas at Reykjavík City Library

Advent at Reykjavík City Library

The city's libraries will offer plenty of activities for the whole family leading up to Christmas.
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Winter service in Reykjavík

When snow falls or ice forms in Reykjavík, work is carried out according to the winter service contingency plan. Conditions are monitored regularly and workers are sent out as needed.
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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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The number of people biking in the city has grown in recent years. December 16, 2025

Cycling on the rise in the city

The latest traffic pattern counts in Reykjavík show a clear trend toward more active transportation.

Photo from the Breiðholt singing competition. December 16, 2025

Breiðholt singing competition held with great fanfare at Bláberið

The annual Breiðholt singing competition took place at Bláberið in Seljaskóli on Dec. 10. The atmosphere was fantastic, and the hall was filled with music, excitement, and talent.

An overview of the new bridge crossing the Dimma river. December 12, 2025

Many key projects completed

Construction of the new Arnarnesvegur between Rjúpnavegur and Breiðholtsbraut is progressing well, and many key projects have now been completed. The new pedestrian and bicycle bridge over Dimma is complete and open. Several sections of Breiðholtsbraut have also been paved, along with walking and cycling paths in Elliðaárdalur.

Crowds in the hot tub at Laugardalslaug Pool December 11, 2025

Icelandic swimming pool culture inscribed on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity

This marks a major milestone and a significant honor for the cultural value of swimming pool culture. This is Iceland's first independent entry on a UNESCO list.

Photo from Hlíðaskóli's 70th anniversary December 11, 2025

Hlíðaskóli celebrates 70th anniversary with spectacular advent celebration

Hlíðaskóli recently held a grand celebration for its 70th anniversary with an advent and anniversary festival where students showcased the diverse and creative work that defines the school. The festival took place at the school and drew strong attendance from parents, families and guests.

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