Toronto's Iceland Fest Lets You Sip Volcano-Themed Drinks & Skate Like You're In Reykjavik

The entire event is free!

Lead Writer, Travel

Iceland isn't so far away after all thanks to this event in Toronto.

Taste of Iceland is returning to the city for a 10th year on December 2, and you can take part in all sorts of free, Nordic-inspired activities.

The four-day festival aims to celebrate Icelandic culture through different experiences like film, cocktails, and skating.

Taste Of Iceland | Handout

Some events include an Elemental Sound Bath, where you'll enjoy some meditation and take-home mud masks from Blue Lagoon Skincare, as well as a skate night with an Icelandic DJ and volcano-inspired cocktails.

There will be a chance to win prizes throughout the festival, and all events are free. You can pre-register online, but activities are first-come, first-served.

Enjoy a little getaway to Iceland without leaving Toronto this month.

Taste of Iceland

Price: Free

When: December 2 to 5, 2021

Address: Multiple locations in Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: You'll feel like you're on an Iceland vacation at this festival, which offers tons of free events.

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Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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