A full-on Icelandic Culture Festival
Experience some of the best Iceland has to offer.
Taste of Iceland is on tour and stops in Seattle, October 5-7. During the three-day festival, Seattleites can transport themselves to Iceland through a series of events inspired by and in celebration of Icelandic culture through food, beverages, music, film, design, literature, and much more.
Over the three days, Taste of Iceland will host events in partnership with local businesses in Seattle and official partners, including The Carlile Room, National Nordic Museum, KEXP, Life on Mars, Majestic Bay Theatres, and AETHER.
Thursday October 5
Icelandic Menu
Enjoy the tastes of Iceland at The Carlile Room with Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant and local Chef Michael Webster.
Hæ/Hi: Designing Friendship
Saman/Together: An exhibition by Hae/Hi: Designing Friendship featuring objects and experiences that encourage us to interact, work, play, and relax together.
Icelandair Wheel of Prizes
Several lucky event attendees will have an opportunity to 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 Calling: Iceland Airwaves Off-Venue
Enjoy a free concert at KEXP's Gathering Space with Icelandic artists curated by Iceland Airwaves and KEXP DJ Kevin Cole, featuring Daníel Hjálmtýsson and GRÓA.
Friday October 6
Icelandair Wheel of Prizes
Several lucky event attendees will have an opportunity to 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 the tastes of Iceland at The Carlile Room with Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant and local Chef Michael Webster.
Hæ/Hi: Designing Friendship
Saman/Together: An exhibition by Hae/Hi: Designing Friendship featuring objects and experiences that encourage us to interact, work, play, and relax together.
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 Icelandic director Guðmundur Arnar Guðmundsson.
Saturday October 7
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 opportunity to 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.
66°North Fireside Chat with Chris Burkard
50 times and counting; because once wasn't enough! A conversation with artist, photographer, and filmmaker Chris Burkard about his adventures in Iceland. Moderated by award-winning artist, entrepreneur, best-selling author, Emmy nominated director, and Seattle local Chase Jarvis.
Hæ/Hi: Designing Friendship
Saman/Together: An exhibition by Hae/Hi: Designing Friendship featuring objects and experiences that encourage us to interact, work, play, and relax together.
Icelandic Menu
Enjoy the tastes of Iceland at The Carlile Room with Chef Arnar Páll of the Blue Lagoon's Lava Restaurant and local Chef Michael Webster.
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.
Seattle is the final stop of the Taste of Iceland North American tour. Look for Taste of Iceland in 2024!