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being held.
Runs August 4-31
Steinþór Eiríksson Exhibition
This exhibit features paintings by local
artist Steinþór Eiríksson. Many of his
paintings are of Icelandic landscape,
such as Dyrfjöll and Snæfell moun-
tains.
Runs until September 2
Neskaupstaður
Neistaflug
Not to be confused with metal-fest
Eistnaflug (“Flight Of The Testes”),
Neistaflug (“Flight Of The Sparks”) is
a family-friendly country-style music
festival that features marching bands,
golf tournaments, and a few selected
bands, including Oni and The Vintage
Caravan (who will play at acceptable
volumes).
Runs until August 3
Seyðisfjorður
Skaftfell - Center for Visual Art
Ingólfur Arnarsson & Þuríður Rós Sig-
urþórsdóttir exhibit
This mixed media exhibit features
concrete sculptures by Ingólfur and
printed silk artwork by Þuríður.
Runs until August 18
Stöðvarfjörður
Petra's Stone Collection
In the small fjord of Stöðvarfjörður
there is a collection of rare rocks and
minerals, most of which have been col-
lected by Petra Sveinsdóttir from the
surrounding area. Her wonder world
of stones is now reputedly the world's
largest private collection of rocks.
On Permanent Display
South Iceland
Fljótshlíð
Kotmót 2015
This Christian extravaganza features
a famous Norwegian preacher known
for his lively sermons, as well as prayer
circles, campfires, carnivals, and a
concert party.
Runs until August 3
Kópavogur
Cycle Music and Art Festival
The festival is intended as an
interdisciplinary showcase of art from
a wide range of artists, comprising
performances, art exhibits, artkino,
workshops, and symposiums.
August 13 - 16
Mosfellsbær
Halldór Laxness Museum
Living Room Concert: ‘French delica-
cies’
Soprano Hlín Pétursdóttir takes
to the stage with musical support
from Pamela de Sensi and Eva Þyri
Hilmarsdóttir, all in the living room of
the late Halldór Laxness.
August 2 at 16:00
Living Room Concert: Guðrún
Ingimarsdóttir and Anna Guðný
Guðmundsdóttir
Soprano Guðrún Ingimarsdóttir and
pianist Anna Guðný Guðmundsdóttir
play some chilled-out tunes in the
living room of the late Halldór Laxness.
August 9 at 16:00
Selfoss
Selfoss Summer Festival
This annual festival is the biggest
town festival in the South, with plenty
of activities and events for the whole
family.
Runs August 7-9
Bobby Fischer Center In Iceland
This museum hosts memorabilia of the
World Chess Champion Bobby Fischer,
and also serves as the community
centre for the local chess club.
Runs until September 15
Westman Islands
Þjóðhátíð 2015
The oldest festival in Iceland, Þjóðhátíð
has been running since 1872 on the
Westman Islands and features Ný
Dönsk, Amabadama, Maus, and oth-
ers.
Runs July 31 - August 2
West Iceland
Flatey
Flateyjarkirkja church
Olga Vocal Ensemble
As part of their third summer ring road
tour of Iceland, international a capella
group Olga Vocal Ensemble will perform
traditional and modern folk music.
August 1 at 18:00
Hafnarfjörður
PopArt 2015
This multi-format festival boasts artists
in the fields of music, art, theater and
gastronomy, all exploring the theme of
pop art in the 21st century.
Runs August 13-15
Hellissandur
Extreme Chill Festival
Under the roots of Snæfellsglacier, the
2015 Extreme Chill Festival will take
place. Artists like Biosphere, Hilmar Örn
Hilmarsson, Steindór Andersen, Jafet
Melge, Mixmaster Morris, Studnitzky,
Stereo Hypnosis, and DJ flugvél og
geimskip will be playing.
Runs August 7-9
Hólmavík
Turtle Filmfest
One whole week of cinema and
film-related experiences, this free
film festival in the Westfjords aims to
explore fear, love, and death through
a mixture of fiction and documentary
cinema, with screenings taking place
in a number of strange alternative
locations.
Runs August 10-16
Ísafjörður
Mýrabolti
This weekend sees the European
Swamp Football Championship take
place in Ísafjörður. Signing off at night
will be musicians Blaz Roca, Retro
Stefson, and others.
Runs July 31 - August 2
Rif
The Freezer
Live Music with Local Legends
A mixture of local, Icelandic, and
international acts, this regular concert
night features live music, jokes, and
stories.
July 31 & August 7 at 21:00
‘HERO’
HERO is a critically acclaimed one
man comedy based on the local saga
of Bárður Snæfellsás, the first settler
of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. During
the show, the actor takes on the
roles of dozens of trolls, giants and
heroes, whilst sending the audience
on a rollercoaster ride of laughter and
countless surprises.
August 3 & 10 at 20:00
‘The Saga of Gudridur’
One woman show performed by Þórunn
Clausen. The play tells the saga of
Guðríður Þorbjarnardóttir, the first white
woman to settle in America. The actress
plays all of the roles herself, including
Leifur the Lucky!
August 5 & 12 at 20:00
‘The Marx’s Fandango’
Spanish theatre and circus group,
Patricia Pardo Company, bring
communism to life through the medium
of dance and circus.
August 8 & 9 at 20:00
Concert: James Wallace
James Wallace strips down his sound to
its solo electric core, utilising an array
of strange instrumentation, such as
noisemakers and rotary phones.
August 11 at 21:00
Stykkishólmur
Library of Water
‘To Place’ by Roni Horn
An audio exhibit offering insight into the
Icelandic psyche, where you can listen
to recordings of people talking about
the weather and how it has shaped
their character.
Runs until August 31
‘Water, Selected’ by Roni Horn
This ongoing sculpture exhibition
features 24 columns filled with glacier
water from all over the country.
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REYKJAVÍK JULY 31 - August 13
Brr… It’s Cold In Here
Extreme Chill Festival 2015
Hellissandur
Snæfellsnes | August 7-9 |7,900 ISK
With the sea on your right, and the Snæfelsjökull glacier on your
left, Extreme Chill might be one of the most picturesque festivals
you’ll ever attend. Combine that with a line-up that includes artists
like Biosphere, Mixmaster Morris, Solar Fields, dj. flugvél og
geimskip, Samaris and Futuregrapher, and you’ve got a festival
that’ll inspire you both visually and aurally. So lie down and take in
all that electronic and ambient music has to offer, ‘cause Electric
Chill isn’t like anything you’ve seen (or heard) before. But make
sure you get your tickets soon—there’s a limited amount. HJC
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