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August
The tourist season continues apace, with southern Europeans flying north
for vacation. It's still very busy. By mid-month the puffins have departed
(and some whales, too); by late August the local kids are back at school,
and the nights are lengthening.
Verslunarmannahelgi
A public-holiday long weekend (the first weekend in August) when Icelanders flock to rur-
al festivals, family barbecues, rock concerts and wild campground parties.
Þjódhátíð
This earth-shaking event occurs in Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, on the August long week-
end, commemorating the day in 1874 when foul weather prevented the islanders from
partying when Iceland's constitution was established. More than 11,000 people descend to
watch bands and fireworks, and drink gallons of alcohol. See www.dalurinn.is .
Herring Festival
Also on the August long weekend, Siglufjörður celebrates its heady herring-induced hey-
day with dancing, feasting, drinking and fishy-flavoured activities.
Reykjavík Culture Night
On Culture Night (Menningarnótt), held mid-month, Reykjavíkers turn out in force for a
day and night of art, music, dance and fireworks. Many galleries, ateliers, shops, cafes and
churches stay open until late. See www.menningarnott.is for a full program.
Reykjavík Marathon
Your chance to get sporty and sophisticated on the same day: this event is held on the same
date as Culture Night. There are full- and half-marathons, as well as fun runs; more than
15,600 people got sweaty in the 2014 event. See www.marathon.is .
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