Iceland Eclipse Festival: From August 12–15th 2026, some of the greatest minds in music, arts, science, and wellness will come together for a four-day celebration of human connection and celestial wonder in the path of the solar eclipse in Hellissandur, Iceland.
Today’s announcement sees the first 100-plus artists, speakers, and visionaries inviting us to Dance, Learn, Connect, and Explore through music, ceremony, storytelling, and inspiring experiences. While most events build toward a celestial moment, Iceland Eclipse begins with it. On August 12th at 17:45 UTC, totality will sweep across the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, bringing over two full minutes of darkness – one of the longest eclipse totalities in the world, thanks to our position at the westernmost edge of Iceland. This once-in-a-lifetime eclipse won’t return to Iceland until 2196, and it sets the stage for four days of magic and exploration in a land of volcanic majesty, ocean winds, and mythic beauty.
While the main headliner might be overhead, Iceland Eclipse presents the first phase of world-leading artists to keep you dancing through the permanent twilight. Leading the charge is Grammy-nominated Italian powerhouse MEDUZA³, whose hybrid live and DJ sets pack out dance floors worldwide. Elsewhere, melodic techno originators BOOKA SHADE, the good vibes of NIGHTMARES ON WAX, electronic evangelists RYAN CROSSON and SHAUN REEVES and rising talent CICI keep the beats moving.
Iceland Eclipse is about place as well as sound. The music of Icelandic artists reflects the elemental beauty and dramatic landscapes of this powerful land: windswept, mystical, and alive with contrast. Organisers are proud to share these unique sounds of Iceland through electronic-pop pioneers GUSGUS and EMIILIANA TORRINI, fan-favorite dreampop outfit VÖK, Eurovision icon DAÐI FREYR, alt-pop starlet GUGUSAR, beloved reggae legends HJÁLMAR, and more.
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