Taste of Iceland Chicago
A full-on Icelandic Culture Festival
Experience some of the best Iceland has to offer.
Taste of Iceland 2022 is on tour and stops in Chicago from September 1-3. During the 3 day festival, locals can transport themselves to Iceland through a series of events inspired by and in celebration of Icelandic culture through food, beverage, music, literature, films, art, and more.
The events will be hosted at Bistronomic, Logan Theatre, Martyrs, The Exchange, Yogaview, After-Words bookstore, and Wildwood studio offering something for everyone to experience a piece of Iceland.
Ticket giveaways start 7 days before each event, and you must sign up for an early bird chance to receive a ticket.
Unclaimed tickets will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis, on location 30 minutes before each event.
September 1
Bistronomic hosts an Icelandic menu
Enjoy a taste of Iceland inspired by Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant and Chicago's Bistronomic Executive Chef Martial Noguier.
Reykjavik Calling Concert
Enjoy a free concert at Martyrs on September 1 with artists curated by Iceland Airwaves featuring LÓN, Axel flóvent, and Rakel.
Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes
Try your luck at Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes! Win a trip to Iceland or enjoy luxury items from some of Iceland's best brands. We'll spin the wheel every day!
September 2
Bistronomic hosts an Icelandic menu
Enjoy a taste of Iceland inspired by Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant and Chicago's Bistronomic Executive Chef Martial Noguier.
Cocktail class
Swing into Friday night with Iceland’s top-shelf brand Reyka Vodka.
Lamb Film screening and Director Q&A
A screening of Icelandic folk horror movie Lamb at the Logan Theatre, followed by a Q&A session with director Valdimar Jóhannsson and producer Hrönn Kristinsdóttir moderated by Keith Phipps.
Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes
Try your luck at Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes! Win a trip to Iceland or enjoy luxury items from some of Iceland's best brands. We'll spin the wheel every day!
September 3
Bistronomic hosts an Icelandic menu
Enjoy a taste of Iceland inspired by Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant and Chicago's Bistronomic Executive Chef Martial Noguier.
Elemental Sound Bath with Jósa Goodlife
Join us for an hour of inner peace and healing meditation. Icelandic Energy Healer, Jósa Goodlife, will take you on an elemental journey beyond time and space.
Secrets of the Sprakkar with Eliza Reid
Celebrate Iceland's rich storytelling tradition with a talk by Iceland's First Lady Eliza Reid at After-Words Bookstore.
Explore Iceland with Alex Strohl
66°North Brand Ambassador and adventure photographer Alex Strohl shares his experiences and stunning images from his travels in The East Fjords of Iceland by sailboat & gravel bike.
Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes
Try your luck at Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes! Win a trip to Iceland or enjoy luxury items from some of Iceland's best brands. We'll spin the wheel every day!
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 will have a chance to experience a taste of Iceland closer to home.
In 2022, Taste of Iceland will be coming to a city near you, including Toronto (September 22-25) and Seattle, WA (October 6-9).
