April in LGBTQ+ Iceland is all about bold expression, fresh energy, and community in full bloom. As Reykjavík starts to shake off the frost, the queer scene comes alive with electric drag shows, thoughtful meetups, and dance floors pulsing with possibility. This month, it’s not just the daylight that’s stretching; it’s creativity, visibility, and connection too.
Whether you’re testing out a new performance at Art School, laughing till you cry at Drag Stand-Up, or finding friendship over tea and conversation, April offers space to be loud, soft, silly, political, or all of the above. So dust off your best spring lewks, gather your chosen family, and dive into the vibrant, evolving world of queer Iceland. The stage is set, come as you are.
Kikioke – Karaoke at Kiki!
When: Thursdays (April 3, 10, 17 & 24)
Time: 22:00 to late
Where: Kiki Queer Bar, Laugavegur 22, 101 RVK
Cost: Free
Every Thursday people from all over descend on Iceland’s premier queer bar to share the joys of their vocal talents. The karaoke typically kicks off around 10pm and goes till late so do your warm ups and make your song selections.
Art School Vol.7 (drag variety show)
When: Thursday April 3
Time: 21:00
Where: Lemmy, Austurstræti 20, 101 Reykjavík
Cost: The Door price is suggested at 2000 kr, or pay what you can. If you pay more, you’re sponsoring a ticket for someone in the community and helping this group to keep the tickets at a pay-what-you-can basis! Tipping your performers is heavily encouraged, and there is also fun ‘in-house’ tip money to fulfil your make-it-rain fantasy!
ART SCHOOL is a regular drag variety show that focuses on providing a stage for new, as well as experienced, performers to test out new acts or new approaches to performing. The purpose is to create a space for acts that push either performer or audience out of their comfort zone – after all, we’re here to learn and grow!
Your hosts, as usual, will be Jett Bent and Scorpio Venus.
This month’s lineup:
Yndi the First
Nemesis von Cartier
Turner Strait
and more!
Faye Knús Friday Drag Show at Kiki
When: Fridays (April 4, 11, 18 & 25 )
Time: Doors open 20:00, show starts 21:30
Where: Kiki Queer Bar, Laugavegur 22, 101 RVK
Cost: 1.500 ISK (tickets on the door only), entry is free for VIQ-Card holders.
Kiki’s resident drag queen AKA “the hardest working woman in show business,” Faye Knús (body of a dancer, voice of your father) hosts an evening of drag, comedy, mid-life crisis and acts that cannot be unseen. It’s the perfect way to start your evening and the rest of your life.
Queer Americans in Iceland – A Meeting with Samtökin ‘78
When: Friday April 4
Time: 17:00- 18:30
Where: Suðurgata 3, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Cost: Free
Queer rights in the United States are facing an unprecedented backlash. The current administration has launched targeted attacks on queer communities, particularly trans individuals, through harmful legislation, rhetoric, and the erosion of fundamental human rights protections.
Samtökin ’78 invites queer Americans living in Iceland to an open discussion where we will share our efforts so far, present upcoming actions, and create a space for dialogue and suggestions. We want to hear your perspective on how these developments impact you and what you feel Samtökin ’78 should do in response. Everyone is welcome to participate and contribute their ideas, experiences, and questions.
Heart Attack – Drag at Kiki
When: Saturday April 5
Time: 21:00
Where: Kiki Queer Bar, Laugavegur 22, 101 RVK
Cost: 2.900 ISK (at the door)
HEART ATTACK is a monthly drag show, hosted by the drag family House of Heart!
Performing are the HOUSE OF HEART:
Lola Von Heart (The Matriarch)
Chardonnay Bublée (She’s a cool mom)
Milo de Mix (Funniest dad award winner)
Úlla la Delish (Is she still just a baby?)
This month will also include special guest ‘Dino Star.’ This diva has travelled all the way from the exotic nation of Norway to grace us with her presence.
House of Revolution Vol.8 ‘And…Seen’
When: Saturday April 5
Time: 21:00
Where: Þjóðleikhúskjallarinn, Hverfisgötu 19, 101 RVK
Cost: 4.900 ISK (suggested) 6.900 (includes a donation) – House of Revolution also accepts a sliding scale with “pay what you can” tickets at the door on the day of the show! However, they recommend you purchase in advance if you can, in order to secure your tickets.
Come experience a variety show like you’ve never seen here in Iceland! A culture shake which holds a mirror up to all the beautiful unseen edges of Icelandic society; HOUSE OF REVOLUTION!
“AND…SEEN!” is about the importance (and sometimes, misunderstandings) of feeling seen…on the stage, screen, and the world of entertainment & media. What does the stage do for us? Why and how does representation matter? Featuring an amazing variety of local performers storytelling using multiple art forms.
Artist-Activist collective R.E.C. Arts Reykjavík presents “House of Revolution”, a curation in collaboration with The National Theatre of Iceland.
These “performance parties” showcase the abundance of diverse professional artists who call Iceland home. Performed and curated by artists of minority backgrounds and communities
Featured Perfromers for Volume 8
NÓEL (Sign Language Poetry/Music)
Brimrún & Kamilla (pole theatre)
Mario Infantes, Monace & Luis Lucas (live music & dance)
Sindri “Sparkle” Freyr (stand up comedy)
Leyla Wara Leyla (bellydance & singing)
Luis y Camilla (Latin fusion partner dancing)
Neyta (pole dance)
Aoife O’Brien (live music & singing)
Ariya Theprangsimankul (stand up & storytelling)
DJ Carla Rose will keep the beats flowing at the end of the night with a dance party!
Sign Language interpretation by Hraðar Hendur Táknmálskúlkar
Hosted by Rebecca Hidalgo, Eva Yggdrasil & Chaiwe Sól
Betra Seint en Aldrei – Better Late than Never
When: Sunday April 13
Time: 15:00
Where: Suðurgata 3, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Cost: Free
This is a special afternoon dedicated to women who came out late. In the event description the group have stated:
If you came out late and would like to meet other women who share your experience, come along to Samtökin 78 for an afternoon meeting.
Ace & Aro – Chat and Meetup
When: Monday April 14
Time: 20:00
Where: Suðurgata 3, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Cost: Free
Ace & Aro Iceland is an interest and activism association for asexual and aromantic people in Iceland as well as all the subgroups. The purpose of the association is that everyone under the ace umbrella will become recognized and enjoy the full rights in Icelandic society. The association intends to achieve its goals by increasing visibility through education and collaborating with similar organizations, groups, and enthusiasts in Iceland and abroad that aim for the same goals.
This event is the general meetup where people are encouraged to come along and get to know other members of the community.
Drag Stand Up at Kiki – With Guest Host Gogo Star
When: Saturday April 19
Time: 21:30
Where: Kiki Queer Bar, Laugavegur 22, 101 RVK
Cost: 2500 ISK at the door
You like drag? You like stand-up? Then buckle up, babe – we’re serving both in one fabulously unhinged night of comedy chaos hosted by none other than the one and only Gogo Starr!
If you’ve been craving queer comedy in Iceland, this is the night for you. We’re bringing you a surprise lineup of drag comedians who are ready to SLAY your funny bone. No spoilers – but trust us, these queens deliver!
This night is gonna be sassier, snarkier, and sparklier than your group chat on wine night.