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THE COLOUR RUN JUNE 4 The popular Colour Run, held in Iceland since 2015, is set to take place again in Reykjavík on June 4. The Colour Run is a five-kilometre race inspired by the Hindu festival of Holi, in which runners are showered with coloured powder, made of food-grade corn starch, at various stations along the run. The untimed event, which has no winners or prizes, celebrates healthiness, happiness and individuality. The event is open to all ages. White shirts are a must.
COUNTRY HJARTA HAFNARFJARÐAR JUNE 9-11 The country-music festival Country Hjarta Hafnarfjarðar will be held for the first time at the Bæjarbíó theatre in Hafnarfjörður. Taking the stage during the festival is Axel O, a prolific Icelandic country artist, and Stefanía Svavars; the band Klaufar, who hasn’t performed live for eight years; and American country singer Sarah Hobbs. Sarah has been nominated as Texas Female Vocalist of the Year for the past three years and has won numerous awards.
FISHERMAN’S DAY JUNE 12 The annual Fisherman’s Day in Iceland will be held on Sunday, June 12. The day is usually celebrated on the first Sunday of June, but as that day coincides with Whitsun this year, celebrations will be pushed back by a week. As the name suggests, Fisherman’s Day is dedicated to fishermen, with their importance being celebrated in towns across the country. As Fisherman’s Day has been cancelled over the past two years because of the pandemic, the atmosphere this summer is expected to be lively. The festivities are focused on traditional Icelandic culture and the importance of Iceland’s fishing industry. It celebrates all aspects of the sea, such as ships, fishing, and mermaids. During this day, visitors can go sailing, sea swimming, attend concerts and theatre shows, and follow family friendly workshops. The restaurants in the harbour area offer special discounts during the weekend!
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