The First Day of Summer in Iceland
Iceland is the only country in the world where the first day of summer is a public holiday. If you are visiting at this time, you can expect a festive atmosphere and a


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Iceland is the only country in the world where the first day of summer is a public holiday. If you are visiting at this time, you can expect a festive atmosphere and a
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The Reykjavik Winter Lights Festival is a free annual event held across the capital area in early February. From February 5–8, 2026, the city comes alive after dark wit
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