Icelandia Presents: Northern Lights in Manhattan

Experience the awe of the skies in Iceland!

Join Sævar Helgi Bragason, Iceland's well-known astronomy educator and media personality, as he brings decades of expertise in astronomy to life, captivating audiences of all ages with his prime-time TV shows and engaging radio talks on the wonders of science and technology. Discover the beauty of the Icelandic night skies and the mesmerizing northern lights! Learn when and where to witness these celestial wonders, understand the science behind their occurrence, and discover why the coming years promise an incredible Northern Lights forecast. Additionally, explore the excitement of the upcoming solar eclipse and why Iceland is the perfect destination to experience this awe-inspiring event.

Mark your calendars for August 12, 2026, when the sky will darken Western Iceland as the spectacular solar eclipse takes center stage—the first in the Reykjavík area since 1433! This rare celestial event will cast a shadow across parts of the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland, and Europe, offering a breathtaking opportunity to witness one of nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena, where day briefly turns to night, leaving onlookers in sheer wonder. Grab your eclipse glasses and learn why Iceland is the perfect destination to experience this awe-inspiring event and prepare for an unforgettable experience that will be discussed for years. Or at least until May 26, 2245, when the next eclipse in the area occurs!

Guests will also be invited to participate in a VR experience to explore Icelandia‘s offerings, such as Glacier Tours and ATV tours. Prepare to be transported to vast glaciers and black-sand beaches!

Icelandair's Wheel of Prizes will be on-site during the event. Three lucky attendees at several events throughout the weekend will get the chance to spin and win a range of terrific Icelandic prizes.

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Sævar Helgi Bragason

Sævar Helgi Bragason is an astronomy educator and science communicator. He has a background in geology and astronomy and decades of experience teaching astronomy to people of all ages. Bragason is a frequent guest on the radio to talk about science in general and hosts prime-time TV shows on science and technology. He is the author of several best-selling books on science for kids and adults. What Bragason enjoys the most is looking up into a starry sky and showing others the wonders of the universe, whether with the naked eye or through telescopes. He runs websites on Iceland's space weather, northern lights, and the upcoming 2026 eclipse. Bragason has earned several awards and recognitions for outstanding science communication to children and the public.

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Icelandia tailor-made vacation packages and top-rated activities

With so much to see and do in Iceland, it can be hard to choose an activity. Our diverse selection includes hiking, caving, glacier walks, ice climbing, mountain climbing, hunting for the Northern Lights, and more! We offer the perfect variety of experiences to satisfy anyone's desire for adventure. Whether you want to relax in the unparalleled beauty of Iceland's nature or take a more challenging adventure, we've got you covered. The possibilities are endless, and the memories will last a lifetime.

Guiding in Iceland's beautiful wilderness is not a job to us; It's a lifestyle. We live and breathe the outdoor adventure life with customers and in our free time. Our passion for nature and adventure drives us to provide quality, fun, and educational experiences for our customers.

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Check out these special tour packages that Icelandia and Icelandair have combined for travelers to make the most of their stay in Iceland:

Golden Circle + Blue Lagoon + Flights package deal

Northern Lights + Blue Lagoon + Flights package deal