In order to welcome you we have compiled information about your new hometown.
Get to know the town’s walking and cycling paths, activities and swimming pools but children under 18 get free access to pools.
Children and youth in Hafnarfjörður have access to good education, after-school activities and recreation activities.
Practical information about buses, waste collection, street cleaning, traffic, animal control and more.
Hafnarfjörður hopes to secure financial and social security for all residents. Find out what support is available.
Enjoy culture in Bæjarbíó cultural house, at various museums or attend exciting events.
You can stay at great hotels, hostels or at a family friendly campsite in town.
You can find a lot of outdoors activities and various recreations in Hafnarfjörður.
Check-out upcoming events, or register a new one.
Search for employees or available jobs in town.
Hafnarfjörður Town council consists of 11 municipal representatives. All town council meetings are broadcast live.
Here you can find the town's fees for children, sports and activities and support services.
Contact us with ideas, suggestions, problems or emergencies.
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The Culture and Tourism Committee of Hafnarfjörður awards grants for projects and events in the field of culture and arts in Hafnarfjörður. Applications must be submitted electronically before the 6th of February 2025.
The Culture and Tourism Committee of Hafnarfjörður awards grants annually to associations, companies or individuals for activities and services that fit with the municipality’s mission or are otherwise considered in accordance with the policies and priorities of the municipality. The allocation of grants takes place twice a year, now it is time for the first allocations of the year. The goal is to support cultural activities in accordance with the town’s cultural policy and to support individuals and organizations in art and cultural creation.
Applicants must be connected to Hafnarfjörður in some way. For example, the applicant is a resident of the town, the event or project supported takes place in Hafnarfjörður and/or involves the promotion of something concerning the municipality. Institutions, companies, organizations and individuals can only apply once a year. Grants are not provided for travels, studies or general operations of a company.
Here you can find the rules and further information on the grant (Icelandic)
Applications shall be submitted electronically through My Pages | Other applications | Application for grant. In addition to general factors, the application shall include:
Assistance with registration can be obtained from Hafnarfjörður´s customer service centre, 585-5500, or via the online chat on the town’s website – in the bottom right corner.
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