Reykjavík is famous for its intense and communal New Year’s Eve celebrations. Bonfires, fireworks, and house parties dominate the night, transforming the Icelandic capital into one of Europe’s most visually striking places to ring in the new year. The long winter darkness adds to the magic, and on clear nights the Northern Lights may appear before fireworks take over the sky. Indoors, one of Iceland’s most beloved traditions is the annual New Year’s Comedy Show on television, a satirical review of the year’s events watched by much of the nation. In Reykjavík, New Year’s Eve is both a shared national ritual and an unforgettable urban experience.
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