- Reykjavík
Happiness Run - Samtökin '78
Have you ever dreamt of running through a dazzling shower of confetti? Picture yourself sweating with glitter on your face as you are being cheered on and told how fabulous you look in your running gear!
Samtökin '78 proudly presents the Happiness Run on May 16, 2026, coinciding with the International Day Against Homo-, Bi-, and Transphobia.
Join us for a vibrant 7.8 km street race through the stunning Elliðaárdalur valley, featuring exciting events and festivities along the route.
Running path
Registration
Two distances are available, a 7.8 km route and a 3 km fun run.
The registration fees are 5,000 ISK for adults and 1,500 ISK for children aged 12 years and younger, which includes race entry, rainbow merchandise, a bib number with a timing chip, and entertainment before the start and along the route.
Registration package pickup:
Race materials can be picked up on Thursday and Friday before the run at the Samtökin '78 office, Suðurgata 3, 101 Reykjavík.
Thursday, May 14th (Ascension Day)
Open from 13:00-16:00 pm (1-4)
Friday, May 15th
Open from 10:00-18:00 pm (10-6)
Event Program
Saturday, May 16th
10:00 – The area by Elliðaárstöð opens
Race packets can be collected on site.
10:30 – Warm-up and entertainment
- 50-meter high heel race competition
- Entertainment and warm-up before the run
- Glitter station for those who want to shine on the course
The host will be Bjarni Snæbjörnsson, keeping the energy high together with special guests. Álfgrímur will perform a few songs to get everyone in the mood, drag queen Gógó Starr will present a family-friendly performance, and Una Torfa will help boost the energy before the race!
11:00 – The race begins
12:30 – Timing and program conclude
* Subject to change without notice.
* changes may occur
