Things to do in Iceland, Iceland: The Best Concerts & Shows

The Freezer is an independent theatre that produces one or two new Icelandic theatre shows each year. These shows are always inspired by stories and sagas from the local area as it is the theatre's goal to rejuvenate these sometimes forgotten tales and make them come alive for a younger audience in an exciting and newfound way. For further details and booking tickets please visit our website. We look forward to seeing you in The Freezer, Kari Vidarsson, Manager and artistic director of The Freezer.

Improv Iceland does long-form improv shows every Wednesday at Tjarnarbíó. Improv Iceland creates a unique comedy show improvised on the spot for your entertainment. Tickets can be purchased here https://tix.is/is/event/8209/improv-island/ Nothing has been planned in advance and nothing will ever be repeated so every week brings you a new and different show where anything can happen. All shows are performed in English. Improv Iceland's artistic director is Guðmundur Felixson. The company has performed at the DCM festival in 2015, 2016 and 2017, and have been nominated for the Icelandic Theater Awards, Griman.

Experience Saga Music 101 and travel to a world, more than a Millenium back in time. Songs & stories about early settlers in Iceland and what some of them encountered. See and hear us in Gamla Bio, in the heart of 101 Reykjavik.

Goldengang Comedy is the #1 source for English stand-up comedy in Iceland, with over 250 shows produced since 2015. Showcasing two weekly shows at Gaukurinn and Basement 101, and one monthly show at Stúdentakjallarinn (Student Cellar). Visit our website or Facebook page for more information on shows!

The only show in the world where you can safely experience red-hot lava in close proximity, see it flowing, hear it sizzling, and feel the heat that radiates from it. Shows every day at 13:30 and 17:00. An intimate and thrilling one-of-a-kind experience that is unlike anything you've ever experienced. A must see if you're ever in Vík.

Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre at the heart of Reykjavik is an award-winning building situated at the old harbour. Harpa opened its doors in 2011 and boasts a wide variety of hosted events where all musical genres play a part. Harpa won the Mies van der Rohe Award in 2013 for architecture. Harpa was designed by Olafur Eliasson, Henning Larssen architects and Batteri architects. Harpa is the residency of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra, The Icelandic Opera and the Reykjavik Big Band. Harpa is a state of the art conference centre. Harpa was awarded the prestigious MICE Report award for best conference centre in Northern Europe. Harpa is also the home of several regular shows: - How to become Icelandic in 60 minutes - Pearls of Icelandic Songs - Icelandic Sagas: The Greatest Hits - Reykjavík Classics - Mulinn Jazz Club - The Tin Drum Series - Bowie: The Session - The Icelandic Emigration Center's Exhibit

A UNIQUE ATTRACTION CLOSE TO REYKJAVIK Visiting The Icelandic Horse Park, you will be introduced to the unique story of the Icelandic horse, its distinctive features, and its important role in Icelandic history and culture. You will also enjoy great Icelandic food at the restaurant. Our 45-minute show, Legends of Slepnir, employs large-scale multimedia and special effects to weave together history, old Norse mythology, and exhibition riding to demonstrate the Icelandic horse's beauty and uniqueness. The result is a magical theatrical experience that emphasizes the Icelandic horse's special features and pays tribute to its historical relationship with humans throughout Iceland's history. At the end of the show we offer a behind the scenes guided walking tour through our equestrian facility with knowledgeable local guides. You will visit the barn and backstage of our horse theatre to see our operation in action. Then you will meet the horses up close and see how they each have their own unique characteristics.

Founded in 1950, The Iceland Symphony Orchestra, resident at Harpa concert hall in Reykjavik, has distinguished itself as one of the leading Nordic orchestras through its acclaimed performances and recordings. The Iceland Symphony Orchestra consists of 90 full-time members and gives around 60 concerts each season, including subscription concerts in Reykjavik, family concerts and school concerts.