New Year's Eve (from 13:00)
Iceland· Public holiday
Travel impact: High
- Date
- Thu, 31 Dec 2026
- Local name
- Gamlársdagur
- Public holiday
- Nationwide
Background
New Year's Eve, a national public holiday.
Impact on travellers
Offices/banks often close; book transport and lodging early.
Extra notes
The statutory holiday period begins at 13:00 rather than covering the full day.
Sources
- Status
- ConfirmedChecked against official or authoritative public sources
- Last reviewed
- Mon, 27 Jul 2026
Government of Iceland public-holiday guidance; Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve correctly noted as starting at 13:00.
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