Iceland ReyCup Senior Football – Soccer Event in June 2026

Wednesday, 17 June – Iceland’s National Day gather in downtown Reykjavík for vibrant parades, concerts, and festivities. Enjoy street performances and local food while immersing yourself in authentic Icelandic culture alongside locals dressed in traditional attire. It’s the perfect way to experience Iceland’s rich heritage before taking to the pitch – combine your passion for football with an extraordinary celebration that brings the entire nation together.

Thursday, 18 June – Pre-Tournament Conference “Football is Medicine: Active Aging Through the Beautiful Game” held at the University of Iceland. This two-day conference will examine the transformative power of the beautiful game in active aging through keynote presentations, thematic sessions, workshops, and panel discussions. (Conference admission is included in Diamond Registration Packages.)

Thursday, 18 June – Welcome Reception and Opening Ceremony at the Icelandic National Stadium

Friday, 19 June – Conference continues with breakout rooms with lectures and “show and tell” at the Icelandic National Stadium, the Þróttur Clubhouse, and at tables around the fields.

20 June – Gala Dinner and Closing Ceremony at Hilton Nordica Hotel with live music and dancing

17 – 22 June – Enjoy the Men’s World Cup 2026 Live! We’re bringing the excitement of the Men’s World Cup to you! All matches will be shown on a big screen in the Þróttur Clubhouse, so you can cheer for your favorite teams together with fellow participants. Don’t miss a moment – join us for an unforgettable viewing experience!

Friday, 19 and Saturday, 20 June –  Action-packed matches, community spirit, and endless daylight! 

Competition and fun on the pitch from 9am to 12pm, break for lunch, and more play from 1pm to 4pm.

7-a-side Standard football games (women’s) will be 60 minutes each (2 x 30-minute halves) with 2 games per day on Friday and on Saturday.

5-a-side Walking football games will be 12 minutes each.

Midnight Sun Pickup Game will be a late-night game in the bright light of the summer solstice, when the sun barely sets!

Outdoor pitches, artificial and natural grass, are located at the Icelandic Football Association National Stadium soccer complex.

OPTIONS WITHOUT HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

• Bronze – €230 / ~$265 USD per person – Tournament pass with gala dinner on Saturday (book your own accommodations)
• Silver – €350 / ~$405 USD per person  – Tournament pass with lunch and dinner on Friday + lunch and gala dinner on Saturday (book your own accommodations)

OPTION WITH A SINGLE BED IN THE SCHOOL DORMS

• Gold – €400 / ~ $460 USD per person  – Tournament pass with 3 meals/day, gala dinner on Saturday, and shared room accommodations at the school dorms within in a 2-minute walk from the fields. Extra Night: ~$52 USD

DIAMOND PACKAGES WITH HOTEL

• Diamond Full – $1,995 USD per person  – Tournament pass + Hotel Accommodations (Double or Triple) + Full Tour 6-Day Package (5-night stay, 17 June to 22 June). Single Occupancy: add $600 USD. Non-Player: deduct $350 USD. Extra Night: $270 USD.
• Diamond Basic – $1,475 USD per person  – Tournament pass + Hotel Accommodations (Double or Triple) + Breakfast + Lunch and Dinner on Friday and Saturday (5-night stay, 17 June to 22 June). Single Occupancy: add $600 USD. Non-Player: deduct $350 USD. Extra Night: $270 USD

Walking Football (interest)
Socialball Walking Football – Vanessa Hood (interested 30+/40+)
Cymru Dragons – Kat Lucy (interested 40+)
Icelandair FC (interested 40+ 50+ 60+)
Þróttur Hlaupahópur (interested 40+)

Standard Football (interest)
ESPS Phoenix – Malin Butcher and Sophie Heap (interested 30+ 40+)
Þróttur Kvennahreysti (interested 50+)

Fields are located at the Icelandic Football Association Headquarters.
Conference will be at the University of Iceland.
Events are held at Hilton Hotel Nordica.

Google Map with field, event and hotel locations: https://maps.app.goo.gl/v16ma93nVQnAJyza8

Transportation in Reykjavik:
Keflavík Airport (KEF) is located about 50 kilometers (31 miles) from Reykjavík
Airport bus service booked with Flybus is recommended. More options here.
Strætó is the public transportation system within the Reykjavík Capital Area

Valbjarnarvöllur

Aerial view of fields

WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Eo1lhhwvr331usSxmYxhFW
WhatsApp Women’s Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GtVPhDcE5cL4czx4bpZtjb
WhatsApp Men’s Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fr9kQAV5rHHI7UQVaimmZL
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/reycupsenior
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2679052152443989/

ReyCup Contacts
Women’s Category (outside of Iceland): Brandi Mitchell brandi@sandiegosoccerwomen.com +1 858 229 0697
Women’s Category (local): Hertha +354 691 0908
Conference: Gudberg Jonsson +354 698 5575
Diamond Packages: Brynjar Benediktsson (Pursue Iceland) +354 698 9849

• Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
• Food will be available at the tournament, whether in the clubhouse or food trucks.
• Gold and Silver Package guests will be served meals at the Hilton Hotel Nordica
• Diamond Package guests will have meals at their hotel (Reykjavik Lights) as well as at the the Hilton Nordica, and at selected restaurants during the Golden Circle Tour.
• The closing ceremony gala on Saturday night at Hilton Hotel Nordica will include dinner.