Taste of Iceland is coming to the Windy City again!
A full-on Icelandic Culture Festival
Experience some of the best Iceland has to offer.
Taste of Iceland is on tour and stops in Chicago, September 7-9. During the three-day festival, Chicagoans can transport themselves to Iceland through a series of events inspired by and in celebration of Icelandic culture through food, beverages, music, film, literature, and much more.
Over the three days, Taste of Iceland will host events in partnership with local businesses in Chicago and official partners, including Bistronomic, The Exchange, Brooklyn Boulders, The Logan Theatre, Yogaview, Martyrs, After-Words Bookstore, and 2112.
Thursday September 7
Secrets of the Sprakkar with Eliza Reid
Join Eliza Reid, the First Lady of Iceland and co-founder of the Iceland Writers Retreat, as she discusses her acclaimed book Secrets of the Sprakkar.
Icelandic Menu
Enjoy a taste of Iceland inspired by Bistronomic Executive Chef/Owner Martial Noguier and Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant.
Icelandair Wheel of Prizes
Several lucky event attendees will have an opportunityto spin Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes for a chance to win a trip to Iceland or luxury items from some of Iceland's best brands.
Reykjavik Presents: Iceland Airwaves Off-Venue
Enjoy a free concert with a lineup curated by Iceland Airwaves and featuring Icelandic artists JFDR and GRÓA.
Friday September 8
Icelandair Wheel of Prizes
Several lucky event attendees will have an opportunityto spin Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes for a chance to win a trip to Iceland or luxury items from some of Iceland's best brands.
Icelandic Cocktail Class with Reyka Vodka
A two-hour Icelandic Cocktail Class with Reyka Vodka’s brand ambassador and mixologist Jeff Naples.
Icelandic Menu
Enjoy a taste of Iceland inspired by Bistronomic Executive Chef/Owner Martial Noguier and Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant.
Beautiful Beings screening and Q&A
A screening of Iceland's official submission to the 2023 Academy Awards® for Best International Feature Film, followed by a Q&A session with director Guðmundur Arnar Guðmundsson moderated by film critic Joe Neumaier.
Saturday September 9
Elemental Sound Bath and Breakfast Bar
With Blue Lagoon Iceland and Icelandic Provisions.
Escape for an hour of peace and meditation with Jósa Goodlife.
Icelandair Wheel of Prizes
Several lucky event attendees will have an opportunityto spin Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes for a chance to win a trip to Iceland or luxury items from some of Iceland's best brands.
Conquer the Wall with 66°North
Ready to climb your way to new heights with 66°North and Brooklyn Boulders?
Icelandic Menu
Enjoy a taste of Iceland inspired by Bistronomic Executive Chef/Owner Martial Noguier and Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant.
Taste of Iceland
Taste of Iceland is an annual event celebrating Icelandic culture across North America. With food tastings, film screenings, concerts, and more, attendees can experience a taste of Iceland closer to home.
Chicago is the third stop on the Taste of Iceland's North American 2023 tour. The final Taste of Iceland event will be held in and Seattle, WA on October 4-7.
