Last updated: 11. November 2024
Welcome to Kopavogur's Christmas guide where you'll find everything about the holiday celebrations in our town. We have compiled an overview of events and activities that make Christmas in Kopavogur memorable for the whole family.
The cultural houses in Kopavogur, led by Gerðarsafn Museum and Salurinn Concert Hall, offer a diverse program. Hamraborg bustles with life featuring a Christmas market and ice skating rink, while Smáralind shopping center shines with Christmas decorations and musical performances. Christmas carols echo from Kópavogur Church, and near Vatnsendi you'll find a peaceful walking path adorned with Christmas lights.
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Kopavogur Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Market in Heiðmörk
- What to Expect
- Handcraft market with products from natural materials.
- Description
- Jólamarkaður í Heiðmörk is an enjoyable forest experience offering Christmas trees, unique gifts, and genuine festive atmosphere in the woods.
- Where
- Reykjavík | More Info : Christmas Market in Heiðmörk
Hafnarfjörður Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- A festive Christmas market with diverse goods and activities.
- Description
- The Hafnarfjörður Christmas Market is open during Advent, every Friday from 17:00 to 20:00 and every Saturday and Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00. It features a variety of goods and activities.
- Where
- Hafnarfjörður | More Info : Hafnarfjörður Christmas Market
Kopavogur Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Iceland Airwaves
- What to Expect
- Iceland Airwaves is unique for its diverse music and numerous venues showcasing music.
- Description
- Iceland Airwaves is a significant event in Reykjavík, where a diverse range of music is showcased across multiple venues in the city. This festival features music from both unknown up-and-coming artists and well-known headline acts.
- Where
- Reykjavík | More Info : Iceland Airwaves
Yule Lads Appearance
- What to Expect
- Jólasveinar in delightful festive activities.
- Description
- The Jólasveinar visit on weekends and entertain the people with delightful treats and festive activities.
- Where
- Hafnarfjörður | More Info : Yule Lads Appearance
Kopavogur Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Day
- What to Expect
- Diverse Christmas event with various culinary options.
- Description
- Jól at VOX is a diverse Christmas event available from November 15th to December. It offers a variety of activities, from a cozy brunch with the family to festive entertainment with colleagues.
- Where
- Reykjavík | More Info : Christmas Day
New Year's Day
- What to Expect
- Particulate matter on New Year's is unique due to health risks.
- Description
- New Year's Day is the day when particulate matter is high in the capital area. This is unique because the proportion of fine particulate matter is high on New Year's Eve and New Year's night.
- Where
- Reykjavík | More Info : New Year's Day
New Year's Bonfires
- What to Expect
- Community bonfires with good spirits
- Description
- Áramótabrennur are held at ten locations in Reykjavík, where people gather to sing and meet with good spirits. The bonfires are lit on New Year's Eve.
- Where
- Reykjavík | More Info : New Year's Bonfires