Reykjavík

Reykjavík has a small scene but a huge heart – and one of the warmest Pride festivals in Europe. Iceland is one of the most open countries in the world, and you can feel it throughout the city.

Around Laugavegur

Almost everything happens on the shopping street Laugavegur. At number 22 you’ll find the cosy Bar 22 downstairs and upstairs the club Kiki Queer Bar, where people dance until half past four at weekends. During the week it’s quiet; Thursday to Saturday is party time.

When to go?

• August – Reykjavík Pride (Hinsegin dagar): From 4 to 9 August in 2026; the big parade (Gleðigangan) set off from Hallgrímskirkja through the city on 8 August.
• June to August – midnight sun: Bright nights and trips into nature combine perfectly with the nightlife.

Our favourites

• Kiki Queer Bar – drag Fridays under the rainbow

Queer city tours

Want to get to know the scene during the day too? A tour with local guides is a great way to do it:

• Private LGBTQ walking tour – with a local guide

Tours & activities in Reykjavík

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Practical tips

• Iceland is expensive – make use of happy hours in the bars, many of which run until around 11pm.
• The nightlife starts late: there’s little going on at Kiki before midnight.
• The national association Samtökin ’78 is a good point of contact for information about the community.

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Please check event dates with the organiser each year.

Places in Reykjavík