The basics
It's like Sonar in Spain, but in Iceland
The festival
Sonar festival has gone from humble beginnings in Barcelona to a globetrotting behemoth. Like Sting or Bono, but nowhere near as irritating. In fact, it's pretty fantastic. An intimate festival celebrating the Icelandic capital's (can't be arsed to try and remember how to spell it again) smaller venues, its focus is on cementing the relationship between hardcore electronic music lovers and the acts they come to enjoy.
With five stages and a capacity of 3500, it's a small one, and a great way to see some top international (and Icelandic) DJs up close and, if you're very lucky, personal.
Our tip
Don't confuse Iceland the country with Iceland the shop. They're very different things.
Lineup
Getting there
How do I get there?
Harpa is in the centre of Reykjavík by the old harbour. Access by car is via Sæbraut and there is an easily accessible pedestrian route across Tryggvagata to the building.
Tickets
Pricing
3-Day Festival Pass – €127
Single Day Tickets – €85
When can I get them?
Tickets on sale now
Tickets available from the website
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