Jónas Gíslason

Jónas Gíslason is an Icelandic expatriate who has lived in Mexico since 1982. A retired electronics engineer, he has returned to Iceland to attend the Þjóðhátíð festival, a cultural celebration he cherishes. This year marks a special occasion as his wife, Erica, experiences the festival for the first time, having been enthralled by the vibrant atmosphere. Jónas, who was instrumental in establishing a costume competition at the festival in 1979, expresses excitement over reconnecting with old friends and enjoying the festivities after a long hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.