During the past couple of years, Iceland has been making top music artists. Names that you might recognize like Kaleo, Björk, Sigur Rós and Of Monsters and Men are just a few of the great variety of artists in this country. Every year Iceland hosts a few top-notch festivals with local and international artists. It doesn’t matter the season or the venue; all of them have their audience. Here is the list of the top music festivals you shouldn’t miss this 2020 in Iceland.
Aldrei fór ég suður (I Never Went South)
April 10 & 11
Where? Ísafjörður (Westfjords)
Music: A mix of folk, rock, punk, and electronic.
Where to stay: See some options here.
The festival is free!
Sónar Reykjavík 2020
April 25-27
Where? Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre, Reykjavík
Music: Electronic, House & Alternative. The line-up is still to be confirmed.
Where to stay in Reykjavík? Book your stay here.
Secret Solstice 2020
June 26-28
Where? Laugardalur, Reykjavík
Music: Mix of Icelandic & international artists, from hip-hop to electronic, pop, and house. This 2020 US artists like Cypress Hill, TLC, Lil Pump, and Meduza from Italy and Kosovo Dj Regard will be headliners of this fantastic show.
Where to stay? Book your place in Reykjavík here.
Þjóðhátið 2020
July 31 to August 2
Where? Westman Islands
Music: Mix of the best local talent.
Where to stay? Book your stay here in Westman Islands.
Iceland Airwaves 2020
November 4-7
Where? Reykjavík
Music: Mix of the best local and international artists. This year we will have Courtney Barnett from Australia, Black Pumas, Uk’s Metronomy, Daughters of Reykjavik, Dorian Electra, and more!
Where to stay? Book your place in Reykjavík here.