Off-Venue: Kling & Bang Gallery
Laugavegur 23 , 101 Reykjavík
Exhibits upcoming and established contemporary artists as well as hosting screenings, lectures and performances.
Off-Venue: KronKron
Laugavegi 63B, 101 Reykjavík
Off-Venue: Café Rosenberg
Klapparstígur 25-27, 101 Reykjavík
Off-Venue: Hitt Húsid
Pósthússtræti 3-5 , 101 Reykjavík
Off-Venue: Cultura
Hverfisgata 18, 101 Reykjavík
Hressó
Austurstræti 20, 101 Reykjavík
Reykjavik Art Museum
Tryggvagata 17, 101 Reykjavík - Approx. capacity: 900
This building was originally a warehouse for Reykjavik Harbor, housing old nets and barrels of delicious fish innards. In 2001 the building was renovated and turned into one of Iceland's premier art institutions. Packed with people and surrounded by modern art, the museum's main auditorium is often the venue for the festival's biggest acts.
Some legendary shows: Sigur Rós (2001), Emiliana Torrini (2001), Keane (2004), To Rococo Rot (2004), Apparat Organ Quartet (2005), Kaiser Chiefs (2006) and Klaxons (2006).
Tunglið
Tryggvagata 22, 101 Reykjavík - Approx. capacity: 800
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NASA
Austurvöllur, 101 Reykjavík - Approx. capacity: 700
In 1949, Austurvöllur Square was the setting for one of Iceland's most infamous riots, and nothing much has changed since then. Nasa is the city's favorite downtown concert venue, it's main hall legendary for its wild, energetic concerts. This 140 year old building been a musical institution since the 60's, and is one of the festival's main venues.
Some legendary shows: Singapore Sling (2002), The Kills (2003), Hot Chip (2004), GusGus (2005), Ratatat (2005), Architecture in Helsinki (2005) and Brazilian Girls (2006).
Iðnó
Vonarstræti 3, 101 Reykjavík - Approx. capacity: 400
This charming old theater that overlooks the pond was originally built in 1867 and has been home to Iceland's most prestigious cultural events ever since, with the exception of Iceland Airwaves. Just kidding. This venue typically showcases the more avant-garde artists of Airwaves, where progressive music clashes with the classical interior of the theater.
Some legendary shows: Bang Gang (2002), Einar Örn (2002), Trabant (2002), Ólöf Arnalds (2006), Stilluppsteypa (2006) and Stórsveit Nix Noltes (2006).
Organ
Hafnarstræti 1-3, 101 Reykjavík - Approx. capacity: 300
This is a brand-new rock venue with an old soul and is run by some of Reykjavík's most seasoned music and nightlife veterans. Eclectic and experimental, Organ is one of the festival's newest venues. But it's already promising to be one of the most exciting. Mr. Destiny promoted a Franz Ferdinand show at Organ in September '07.
22
Laugavegur 22, 101 Reykjavík - Approx. capacity: 150
Used to be Barinn-the country's main venue for exciting DJs, new electronic music and riotous happenings. The only thing more colorful than the young, arty crowd that frequent the club are the actual walls of the club itself, full of murals and graffiti. This is one of the festival's newest venues, so expect the unexpected.
Festival Extras: Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon, 240 Grindavík
Geothermal health spa. Home of the legendary Airwaves Hangover Party.
Off-Venue: 12 tónar
Skolavordustigur 15, 101 Reykavík
A lovable little record shop. The staff is even more lovable.
Off-Venue: Smekkleysa
Laugavegur 59, 101 Reykjavik
Record shop - friendly staff and good times.
Off-Venue: Skífan Laugavegur
Laugavegur 26, 101 Reykjavik
Mainstream entertainment megastore. Concerts by the big window or the basement.
Off-Venue: Kaffi Hljómalind
Vegetarian coffeeshop. Grassroots music and young bands. Bigger names appear during Airwaves.
Off-Venue: Babalú
Skólavörðustígur 22A, 101 Reykjavik
Small and cozy. The Airwaves staff's coffee shop of choice.
Off-Venue: Kaffibarinn
Bergstaðastræti 1, 101 Reykavik
Legendary bar/nightclub. Dance music all night long.
Off-Venue: Prikið
Bankastræti 12, 101 Reykjavik
Iceland's oldest coffeehouse by day. Young, fun hip-hop oriented club by night.
Off-Venue: Naked Ape
Bankastræti 14, 101 Reykjavik
Reykjavík's favorite streetwear boutique. Handmade clothes and a party atmosphere.
Off-Venue: Mál og menning
Laugavegur 18, 101 Reykjavík
Off-Venue: The Nordic House
Sturlagata 5, 101 Reykjavík