Women’s Day in Iceland, known as Konudagur, is observed every February 19, marking a celebration of gender equality in the country. The holiday has its origins in the mid-19th century, when it was established alongside Men’s Day as part of a revival of Old Norse festivals. Traditionally, women treat men to breakfast in bed or dinner in January, while men reciprocate in February. A unique aspect of this celebration is the Cake of the Year contest, organized by the National Association of Baker Masters, with the winning cake sold in bakeries on Women’s Day. Iceland is recognized for its strong commitment to gender equality, being the first country to elect a female president in 1980 and consistently ranking high in the Global Gender Gap Report. The existence of both Men’s Day and Women’s Day reflects the mutual respect between genders in Iceland.