Reykjavík Winter Lights Festival 2027 — Light Art Competition (ISK 1,000,000 × 2 Projects)
Public spaces across Reykjavík capital area, IcelandFree: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.
Municipal competition commissioning two outdoor public-space light artworks for Reykjavík's Winter Lights Festival, favouring interactive installations that brighten midwinter city life.
Benefits
Two projects selected; each receives ISK 1,000,000 intended for both development of the work and artist remuneration. Presentation during Reykjavík Winter Lights Festival (4–7 February 2027). City may contact non-winning participants about collaboration.
Eligibility
The competition is open to everyone: fine arts, music and lighting professionals, designers, computer scientists or others who work with electricity, light and art in any form. Interactive works or installations in public spaces are preferred; proposals must suit outdoor winter conditions. Entries… Read more
Dates & details
- Deadline
- midnight (local)
- Programme dates
- Winter Lights Festival 4–7 February 2027
- Results
- late November 2026
Free: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.