April is doing what Reykjavík does best, giving you just enough chaos to feel alive again after winter.
Easter weekend goes hard (as it should). You’ve got drag brunch, late-night shows, and enough glitter to resurrect anyone who’s been emotionally hibernating since January. It’s very much a “leave the house and see what happens” kind of energy, and you’ll probably end up somewhere you didn’t plan, talking to someone you didn’t expect.
But it’s not just party mode. There’s a strong mix this month. Theatre that leans into identity and queerness in a more political, emotional way. Community-led events that feel genuinely welcoming. A book club if you’re feeling intellectual – or just want cake and a reason to leave the house on a Tuesday.
That balance is what makes April work. You can go full chaos gremlin one night, then sit in a quiet room the next day talking about gender theory in comic book form. No one questions it. That’s just the rhythm.
It also feels a bit more social in a softer way. Not just big nights out, but spaces where people are actually connecting; smaller gatherings, niche communities, people finding their way into the scene in ways that feel low-pressure and open.
Overall, April feels like a reset. Less survival mode, more actual living. The city’s waking up, people are out again, and the queer scene is doing its thing; messy, thoughtful, welcoming, and occasionally a bit unhinged. Exactly as it should be.
Simply Whoop Whoop – Drag at Kiki!
When: Thursday April 2
Time: 21:30
Where: Kiki Queer Bar, Laugavegur 22, 101 RVK
Cost: Free
Join local icon and bringer of joyful chaos Miss Whoop Whoop for a night of sequins and shenanigans at Kiki!
Kikioke – Karaoke at Kiki!
When: Thursdays (April 9, 16, 23 & 30)
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.
Faye Knús Friday Drag Show at Kiki
When: Fridays (April 3, 10, 17, & 24 )
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 AA Meeting
When: Sundays (April 5, 12, 19 & 26)
Time: 13:00
Where: Gula húsið, Tjarnargata 20, 101 RVK
Cost: Free
This is a special Alcoholics Anonymous meeting that is dedicated to members of the queer community. The meeting is in Icelandic.
Kósi Kvöld Ása og Óróa / Cosy Evening with Ace and Aro
When: Monday April 13
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 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 is a stress free cosy event intended to welcome all those interested. There are no age restrictions
Heart Attack: Drag at Kiki on Easter Saturday!
When: Saturday April 4
Time: 21:00
Where: Kiki Queer Bar, Laugavegur 22, 101 RVK
Cost: 2,900 ISK (available at the door)
Heart Attack is a monthly drag show, hosted by the drag family House of Heart! This extravagant group of performers brings you a different show each month, filled with music, dance and laughter. This is one of the best ways to experience and support local drag so mark it in your calendars and bring a few bills to tip your kings and queens.
The chicks are breaking out their shells, and we are bringing you the best thing to happen at Easter since J-man walked again!
Performing are:
From the HOUSE OF HEART:
Lola Von Heart (The Matriarch)
Chardonnay Bublée (She’s a cool mom)
Iconic guests:
Faye Knús (she has the face of a movie star, the body of a dancer, and the voice of your father)
Miss Whoop Whoop (the brunch diva of Reykjavík!)
Drag Bröns – Drag Brunch
When: Sunday April 4
Time: Doors open 12:00, show starts 13:00
Where: Austurbæjarbíó – Silfurtunglið, Snorrabraut 37, 105
Cost: 7,990 ISK
This Easter Sunday a Drag Brunch is set to take over the theatre at Silfurtunglið.Get ready for a high-glam, high-energy show hosted by some of Iceland’s fiercest queens. Expect glitter, heels, and a full drag extravaganza in a lively, inclusive setting.
Doors open at 12:00, with the show starting at 13:00 and running for around two hours, including breaks to eat, drink, and soak up the performances.
Guests can choose between a vegan brunch or a non-vegan option (chicken and waffles). The event is mostly conducted in English, making it accessible for international audiences.
I, Jóhanna (Ég, Jóhanna)
When: Friday April 10, Friday April 17, Sunday April 19
Time: 20:00
Where: Tjarnarbíó, Tjarnargata 12, 101 Reykjavík
Cost: 4,900 ISK
A bold, contemporary theatre piece that reimagines the story of Joan of Arc through a queer lens. I, Jóhanna is described as a powerful and deeply personal “rebellion against gender binaries,” blending history with a modern, gender-fluid perspective.
Written by award-winning playwright Charlie Josephine, the play first gained international attention at Shakespeare’s Globe in London in 2022. The Icelandic production brings together a large ensemble cast and a strong creative team, combining theatre, movement, and music into an intense, emotionally charged performance.
The show leans into themes of identity, conflict, and self-definition, framing Joan’s story as both a personal and political struggle. Expect something raw, expressive, and unapologetically queer in tone.
House of Revolution x Belonging Presents: The Uprising
When: Saturday April 11
Time: 21:00
Where: Þjóðleikhúskjallarinn, Hverfisgötu 19, 101 RVK
Cost: 5,200 ISK (suggested) 7,000 ISK (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.
After 3 wonderful seasons, our series of variety shows at Þjóðleikhúskjallarinn is coming to an end. And we’re doing it with a bang!
Featuring a diverse array of stand-up comedians and performers who call Iceland home- telling stories of identity, community, revolution; all the beautiful and all the ugly that goes along with it.
FEATURED ARTISTS:
Dan 병찬 Roh (Host)
Sindri Sparkle Freyja & Aspen the puppy
Dan Nava
Anya Shaddock
MV Elyahsyn, Tara Mobee & Luis Lucas
DJ Elsa Bje will keep the uprising going with a dance party at the end of the show!
Sign Language interpretation by Adda & Magga from Hraðar Hendur Tánkmálskúlkar
Audience participation with awesome prizes from our sponsors, including Center Hotels.
All venue facilities, including the stage, are wheelchair accessible. If you have any access questions, you may message @recartsrvk or email recartsrvk@gmail.com
Hinsegin Bókaklúbbur (Queer Book Club) – Kvár
When: Tuesday 21 April
Time: 20:00
Where: Samtökin ‘78, Suðurgata 3, 101 RVK
Cost: Free
For literary fans within the community, Iceland’s national queer organisation Samtökin 78 hosts a monthly book club open to all interested in getting together to discuss queer works of literature. This month’s book is Kvár: What is Being Genderqueer?.
This book is described as an illuminating glimpse into the experience of being genderqueer in Iceland.
A pioneering documentary comic about being genderqueer that explores the gender dualism of our society and the experience of identifying as neither strictly male nor female, both simultaneously, or something else entirely.
This book is the first-ever Icelandic documentary comic and marks a significant milestone in understanding and embracing genderqueer identities.
The narrative unfolds through heartfelt interviews with six genderqueer individuals, providing an intimate glimpse into their personal journeys and perspectives. Through their unique stories, readers gain insights into the diversity of genderqueer experiences and beliefs, challenging conventional gender norms.
Kvár: What is Being Genderqueer? fosters understanding and acceptance, creating a platform for dialogue and empathy.
By giving voice to these individuals, the book amplifies their struggles and triumphs, empowering all readers to celebrate the beauty of gender diversity.
The book can be found in bookstores, libraries and online. Cake and coffee will also be provided.
Söngleikjastælar: Viðlag
When: Saturday April 25
Time: 20:00
Where: Salurinn, Hamraborg 6, 200 Kópavogur
Cost: 6,900 ISK
A high-energy musical theatre concert celebrating classic and contemporary show tunes, performed by two of Iceland’s leading musical performers, Bjarni Snæbjörnsson and Sigga Eyrún. This edition brings in the Viðlag choir, a dynamic, relatively new musical theatre chorus known for blending staged performance with live vocal power.
Rather than a traditional narrative musical, the show is structured as a concert tribute to the genre itself; moving through iconic songs old and new, reinterpreted by experienced singer-actors backed by a live band.
The Viðlag choir adds a collective, theatrical layer to the performance. Since forming in 2021, they’ve built a reputation for ambitious, performance-driven concerts and original stage work, bringing a more ensemble-driven, slightly camp sensibility to the format.
This is part of an ongoing concert series that experiments with different approaches to musical theatre performance, each edition offering a slightly different tone or structure.