The Glitnir Reykjavík Marathon is one of Iceland’s most popular events. This marathon is a running competition which starts in a specific area in Reykjavik and also ends in a particular site in the city. Participants of this marathon are composed of world-renowned athletes as well as local residents. Every year, crowds consisting of people from Iceland and from other countries flock to Reykjavik to watch this sporting event. Various forms of media such as television, radio, and newspapers in the city and in other parts of Iceland also feature this marathon. This major event is sponsored by Glitnir Bank, a Nordic bank whose head office is in Iceland and has branches in Norway and Finland.

The main goal of the Glitnir Reykjavík Marathon is to promote general health and fitness through sports such as running. The health benefits of staying active are emphasized all throughout the lively occasion. Moreover, it aims to advocate camaraderie between participants, both foreign and local. Friendships and collaborations for future related projects have been formed during the Reykjavik marathon. Apart from these objectives, this marathon is also done for several diverse charity organizations. Upon completing the registration form for this occasion, each participant who is supported by the aforesaid bank, would select a specific charity establishment of his or her choice. The said organization will then be given a considerable amount after the contest has been finished.