Trials, singing, and bonfires

The National Scout Jamboree 2026 has officially begun at the campsite in Kjarnaskógur, near Akureyri, Iceland, with tents already set up and participants starting to arrive. The event is expected to draw up to 2,000 scouts to the Hamrar area. Preparations involved setting up various facilities and equipment to accommodate the large gathering.

The jamboree's program officially kicked off with a variety of scouting games. The opening ceremony is scheduled for this evening at 8 p.m., marking the formal start of the week-long festivities. Halldóra Ólafsdóttir, a spokesperson for the event, expressed enthusiasm, stating, "There is always a unique atmosphere at the National Jamboree, and we are looking forward to the coming days."

Throughout the week, attendees can participate in a diverse range of activities, including fencing, baking "kleinur" (a type of Icelandic doughnut), forest walks, challenges, singing, and campfires. The President of Iceland, Halla Tómasdóttir, is scheduled to visit the jamboree on Thursday. Saturday is anticipated to be a particularly busy day, culminating in an evening entertainment program in the forest.

The jamboree will continue until Sunday, offering a full week of activities and camaraderie for the young scouts. The event provides a platform for connection, learning, and shared experiences within the scouting community in Iceland.

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There is always a unique atmosphere at the National Jamboree, and we are looking forward to the coming days.