It’s August, and that means Iceland is again celebrating diversity and equality. The rainbow flags are out and proud, decorating various businesses and institutions across the country. It’s a clear sign: LGBTQ+ Pride Month is here!

Reykjavík Pride is not cancelled!

Like many events these days, Reykjavik Pride has adapted a new shape, not that unfamiliar in these strange pandemic times. The much-anticipated Reykjavík Pride Parade will not take place this year, but the organizers plan to stage an extravaganza of events that fit within the restrictions in place.

The official Pride event days are August 3-8, but being one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly countries, Iceland celebrates diversity and inclusion the whole year-round.

Icelandair’s Pride Flight

On August 4, we will mark our continuous support of equality by dedicating flight FI528 between Keflavík and Berlin, and FI529 between Berlin and Keflavík to the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community. The cabin crew and pilots on our “Pride Flight” are all proud members of the LGBTQ+ community. The service onboard is themed accordingly – we serve treats, rainbows, and a festive mood.

Inclusive Iceland

Every year many families, businesses, organisations, artists, and politicians take part in the Pride festivities and express their support and recognition of the LGBTQ+ community. From an international perspective, Iceland has a prominent role in advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, and that is widely felt across the country.