ARCTIC WAVES

Discover Arctic Waves: a celebration of music from the north!

Join us at the Nordic House in Reykjavík during Iceland Airwaves 2023 for Arctic Waves, a celebration of music from the Arctic regions. Musicians from Greenland, Canada, and Sápmi will unite, offering a unique opportunity to explore the captivating world of circumpolar music.

We are thrilled to unite some of the finest musicians from the Arctic region in this concert series in the Nordic House where we will enjoy three days of amazing music together. Arctic Waves is not just a concert series; it’s a cultural celebration and a platform for fostering musical connections that transcend borders.

Introducing our lineup of artists:

Greenland: Andachan, NUIJA, Sound of the Damned, and Tarrak

Canada: Elisapie, Silla, and The Trade Offs

Sápmi: Emil Kárlsen, Katarina Barruk, and Niilas

Arctic Waves is part of Icelands presidency of the Nordic Council of Ministers 2023. We’re proud to partner with the Arctic Sounds music festival from Sisimiut, Greenland, the Alianait Arts Festival in Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada, and the renowned Sápmi festival: Riddu Riđđu Festivàla. We’re also grateful for the support of the Iceland Music Export Office, Musikkontoret Nord, Business Iceland, Nordic House Reykjavik, Katuaq in Nuuk and Iceland Airwaves.

Arctic Waves is your chance to immerse yourself in a world of music, culture, and inspiration. Join us for this Arctic experience at Iceland Airwaves 2023. Read more here. 

Tickets are 2000 ISK for each night and Iceland Airwaves wristband holders go for free.

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Accessibility: The concerts take place in Elissa Auditorium that has good accessibility. Restrooms are accessible and gender neutral.