Street closures and festivities mark Labor Day in Reykjavik
Celebrate Women's Year in Reykjavik's Center!
The heart of Reykjavik is bustling with excitement today, May 1st, as International Workers' Day celebrations kick off! From midday to 3:30 PM, the city center will come alive with a variety of events, including parades, gatherings, and family-friendly activities.
The highlight of the day, starting at 1:30 PM, is the women-led workers' march, commemorating the 55-year anniversary of the Red Stockings Movement of 1970. This groundbreaking protest saw a group of ladies, adorned in red stockings, carrying a statue of Venus to demand their rightful place in labor movements. This year, the Women's March will recreate that legacy by giving a nod to the women who started it all, with them leading the parade and delivering speeches throughout the day. This year's focus is on recognizing the significance of Women's Year, as officially declared by labor organizations across Iceland.
Among the family-friendly activities, the Reykjavik Chamber of Commerce is organizing events in Klambratun Park. Although details about the lively Ingolfsstorg square are not explicitly mentioned, it's safe to assume that the area will host ancillary events given its central location.
In addition to labor-focused events, the motorcycle group Sniglarnir will participate in a charity group ride, showcasing their support for various charitable causes.
So, head to Reykjavik's city center and celebrate the achievements of women in Iceland's labor force! Don't miss out on the speeches, performances, and activities throughout the day, all dedicated to Women's Year!
- The women-led workers' march, commemorating the 55-year anniversary of the Red Stockings Movement, will also pay tribute to the history of the women who started it, as they lead the parade and deliver speeches about Women's Year.
- Klambratun Park, among other family-friendly venues in the city center, is hosting events as part of the celebrations for Women's Year.
- The motorcycle group Sniglarnir is collaborating in a charity group ride, demonstrating their support for health-and-wellness and lifestyle causes, particularly women's health and the advancements made during Women's Year.
- The parades and events in Reykjavik's city center will not only serve as a reminder of the past struggles of workers but also celebrate the achievements of Icelandic women in the field of science, health-and-wellness, women's health, and lifestyle during this Women's Year.
