Watch Björk Throw an Eclipse Rave in a Balloon Dress
Glass of white wine in hand, she kept 7,000 people dancing while the sun worked its magic over Iceland
On August 12, Icelandic singer Björk turned a solar eclipse into a music festival by hosting Echolalia under the path of totality. The one-day event took place in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, where 7,000 fans danced to the tunes of Rosalía, Kelela, and Marina Herlop. The extravagant celebration featured Björk in her signature balloon gown, created by Robert Wun for his Fall 2026 Couture Collection, and a glass of white wine.
The festival's hour-long set by Björk coincided with the moon's total obscuration of the sun for one minute and four seconds. Echolalia's program included a DJ set by Arca and performances by 33EMYBW and Loscaballos, along with local Icelandic musicians Ronja Jóhannsdóttir, Sideproject, Gummi Arnalds, and Knackered. The festival also marked the 40th anniversary of Smekkleysa, a pioneering Icelandic record label.
Visitors could explore Björk's Echolalia exhibition at the National Gallery of Iceland, featuring installations inspired by her songs "Sorrowful Soil," "Ancestress," and an upcoming album.
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