Reykjavík - Iceland

Reykjavík Jazz Festival 2026

from 25 to 30 August 2026

The musical highlight

The Reykjavík Jazz Festival, one of Iceland’s most important jazz festivals and a meeting place for Icelandic and international musicians, will take place from 25 to 30 August 2026. The festival has been part of the cultural scene in the Icelandic capital since 1990.

The Matti Klein Soul Trio will perform on 27 August 2026 at 9.00 pm at Harpa, the modern concert hall in Reykjavík’s old harbour.

The Trio is all about soul jazz. Matti Klein plays the Wurlitzer and Fender Rhodes, two electromechanical keyboard instruments.

The line-up also features bass, saxophone, bass clarinet and drums.

We offer two ticket options.

The compact option includes an Evening Pass for 27 August 2026 at Harpa. With this Evening Pass, you can attend not only the

Matti Klein Soul Trio concert but also all other concerts on this festival evening.

The intensive festival experience includes the Festival Pass for all days of the Reykjavík Jazz Festival from 25 to 30 August 2026.

This pass grants you access to all concerts.

Our Music Travel Hideaways Special: Music Walk and Soundcheck

On a guided walk, you’ll discover Reykjavík’s musical side. Depending on availability, the route takes you to venues, small cultural spots, bars and key locations on the local music scene.

The itinerary also includes a visit to a soundcheck before a concert, giving you a brief glimpse behind the scenes of the Reykjavík Jazz Festival. Both programme items will be finalised and incorporated into your trip following confirmation by the festival.

Your accommodation option

Grandi by Center Hotels

You will be staying at Grandi by Center Hotels in Reykjavík’s old harbour district. Grandi is a creative neighbourhood with restaurants, cafés, small shops and museums.

The hotel combines a beautiful, slightly industrial design with a relaxed atmosphere. You will stay in a Balcony Double Room.

These rooms are located on the top floor of the hotel and have their own balcony. The bathroom features a combined bath and shower.

The Harpa, the modern concert hall by the old harbour, is within easy walking distance of the hotel.

Travel dates

Recommended travel period: 25 to 30 August 2026 (6 days / 5 nights in a Balcony Room)

Includes an Evening Pass for 27 August 2026

Price from €1,260 per person in a double room

Price from €2,230 in a single room (double room for single use)

Includes Festival Pass from 25 to 30 August 2026

Price from €1,370 per person in a double room

Price from €2,340 in a single room (double room for single use)

Music Travel Hideaways Special

With your booking, you will receive our compact Reykjavik City Guide featuring selected tips for restaurants, cafés, galleries and excursions around the city.

In addition, we are planning a Music Walk through Reykjavík and a Soundcheck visit as part of the Jazz Festival for this trip.

Both extras will be firmly included in your itinerary following final confirmation by the festival.

Additional nights in Reykjavík or elsewhere can be booked on request.

Your personalised journey to Iceland

You’ll fly to Keflavík. The airport is about a 45-minute drive from Reykjavík.

If you’d like to see more of Iceland before or after the festival, we’d be happy to arrange a hire car, private transfers or an extended stay in selected accommodation outside the capital.

What is included in the price?

• Accommodation at Grandi by Center Hotels in a Balcony Double Room (also available as a single room) for 5 nights
• Festival ticket of your choice: either an Evening Pass for 27 August 2026 featuring Matti Klein Soul Trio and other concerts that evening
• or a Festival Pass for the Reykjavík Jazz Festival from 25 to 30 August 2026
• Planned Music Walk through Reykjavík, subject to final confirmation
• Planned soundcheck visit, subject to final confirmation by the artists

This trip is tailored specifically for you. We will adapt the duration of the trip and the excursions to suit your preferences.

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