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 the 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.

Out of This World Performances
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. The festival is 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.
Music Lineup – Phase 1 (A–Z)
Ali Love, annu, Ash Lauryn, berlioz, Bless Sing, Bloomurian ft. Saoirse Watters, Booka Shade (Live), Carbon Based Lifeforms, Cici, Daði Freyr, Davíð Svanur, Dhamika, DJ Andrea Jóns, DJ Margeir, dj. flugvél og geimskip, Dr Chrispy (Live), Eduardo Castillo presents ‘The Overview Effect’, Emiliana Torrini, Exos, Dave Clarke, Fredrik Ferrier, gugusar, GusGus, Hjálmar, Högni, Hólmar “Acid Tourist”, Joaqopelli, John 00 Fleming, Luana Schwengber, MEDUZA³, Nightmares on Wax, ReOrientate, RJD2, Ryan Crosson, SHAMANi, Shaun Reeves, Suduaya, Test Shot Starfish, Vök, Zero 7 (DJ Set)
Location and Accommodations
Iceland Eclipse unfolds in Snæfellsnes, an area of extraordinary wilderness in the shadow of the iconic Snæfellsjökull volcano, near Hellissandur, a historic fishing village now known as Iceland’s Street Art Capital. With low light pollution and expansive views, the site offers stunning visibility for both the eclipse and the Perseids meteor shower, peaking during the festival.
Attendees will choose from a range of accommodations, including tent passes, glamping, and unique private stays throughout the region.
Iceland Eclipse honors the long tradition of eclipse gatherings, reimagining them for a new era. Co-created by IMXP and Secret Solstice, and supported by a global network of collaborators across music, art, science, and wellness, this is a celebration of totality and togetherness.
Tickets available HERE.