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A walk through history! Did you know the first opera in Malta was performed in 1631?
Lyndsey Grima
New & now
Il-vapur ta’ l-art! Take a look at Malta’s first and only railway dating back to 1883
Lyndsey Grima
Gozo
Shining light through history! Did you know that the Giordan Lighthouse has been standing tall since 1851?
Lyndsey Grima
New & now
Late night ferry service tonight! Extra trips from Valletta to Gozo and the Three Cities
Francesca Vella
Culture
Did you know? Around this time 85 years ago Malta marked the start of the ‘Illustrious Blitz’
Emma Galea
New & now
New & now
Brace yourselves! Cold winds, hail and a –2°C real-feel temperature to hit Malta
 
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Events
Events
One month to go! Malta Carnival 2026 kicks off this February
It’s all happening from the 13th to the 17th of February!
Lyndsey Grima
Food & drink
Food & drink
Pastizz makes it official! Malta’s iconic snack enters the Oxford English Dictionary
The OED traces the first recorded use of ‘pastizz’ in English back to 1910.
Lyndsey Grima
Culture
Culture
A timeless pause! Check out this throwback photo looking back at the Upper Barrakka Gardens in Valletta
In the distance, the harbour unfolds with calm waters and working docks.
Lyndsey Grima
New & now
New & now
A historic treasure! Check out this 1960s photo of St. Anne’s Chapel in Fort St Elmo
This chapel predates both Fort St Elmo and the city of Valletta!
Lyndsey Grima
Food & drink
Food & drink
New lunch spot? Nunzio’s Bread Bar opens in Gżira
It offers everything from Italian focaccias and Maltese-style sandwiches to regular classic toasties
Tim Diacono
Food & drink
Food & drink
End of an era! Rossopomodoro at Kalkara Marina closes its doors
Three Rossopomodoro locations remain including The Point, Shoreline Mall and Mrieħel
Francesca Vella
Food & drink
Food & drink
6 Maltese soups to warm your soul this winter
Warm and comforting, soup is perfect for wintry months and springtime days.
Rebecca Anastasi
Food & drink
Food & drink
Pastizz makes it official! Malta’s iconic snack enters the Oxford English Dictionary
The OED traces the first recorded use of ‘pastizz’ in English back to 1910.
Lyndsey Grima
Marsascala
Nature Walk in Marsascala and surroundings
18th January 2026
A guided, easy-to-moderate nature walk exploring Marsascala’s coastal and rural landscapes.
Hike
Floriana
Back to Swing - Lindy Hop Classes
19th January 2026
Learn Lindy Hop and join weekly social dances to practice with the vintage swing community.
Dance lessons
Valletta
Art Conservation with Din l-Art Ħelwa
22nd January 2026
A talk on conservation, Ethiopia, and the charity work of DESTA, followed by refreshments.
Talk
Valletta
Girolamo Manduca's 'De Sancto Publio'
22nd January 2026
A public lecture examining the figure of Saint Publius as Malta’s first bishop and martyr.
Talk
Valletta
NT Live: Hamlet (first screening)
22nd January 2026
Olivier-winner Hiran Abeysekera stars in a bold and darkly funny take on Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
Theatre
Valletta
Fil-Friġġ wara t-Tadam
22nd January - 8th March 2026
A playful, thought-provoking exhibition that turns Maltese sayings into art you can see and feel.
Exhibition
Sliema
Silent Reading Party
23rd January 2026
A relaxed, phone-free gathering for reading, enjoyed together in shared silence.
Reading
Ta' Xbiex
SR Club Nights - Sunta
23rd January 2026
Sunta takes you on a genre-hopping, nostalgic journey through rave classics.
Music
Naxxar
Weddings Open Day
23rd, 24th & 25th January 2026
An open day at Villa Mdina offering expert advice for couples planning their wedding.
Open Day
Victoria, Gozo
Aurora Resounds
24th January 2026
A celebration of Gozo’s cinema heritage at the historic Aurora Theatre.
Concert
Valletta
Kids Dig Science - The Comic Quest
24th January 2026
An interactive, story-led space adventure that takes audiences across the universe.
Theatre
Ta' Xbiex
OXYGYN - Live at Storeroom
24th January 2026
OXYGYN delivers indie-pop with thought-provoking lyrics, from folk roots to dark electronic sounds.
Music
Żurrieq
Trekking - Wied Fulija
24th January 2026
A trek exploring Wied Fulija and nearby villages, with coastal and countryside views along the way.
Trek
Naxxar
Gulls Day Out
24th January 2026
A fun day at Salina Nature Reserve learning to identify gulls through hands-on activities.
Birdwatching
St Julian's
Divination with Jumpstreet
24th January 2026
Experience the dark, groovy energy of Jumpstreet with twilight trance and psychedelic beats.
Party
Sliema
Valletta Baroque Festival - BaRock
24th January 2026
A fusion of rock and baroque, featuring reworks from Bach to Pink Floyd.
Music
Rabat
Car Boot Sale & Thrift Market
25th January 2026
A car boot sale offering bargains for buyers and an easy way for sellers to clear out and cash in.
Thrifting Event
Valletta
Pietre Vive at the Oratories
25th January 2026
Explore Valletta’s Baroque oratories in free, first-come guided tours.
Guided Event
Valletta
Beethoven's Legacy: The 19th century violin virtuoso
29th January 2026
A recital celebrating Beethoven’s legacy and the Romantic voices he inspired.
Concert
Valletta
Classical Reflections: Paisiello, Mozart & Schubert
30th January 2026
A night for classical reflections!
Concert
Victoria, Gozo
Għawdex Inħobbok Concert 2026
31st January 2026
A night celebrating 10 years of The Travellers, alongside some of Malta’s favourite local artists.
Festival
Xlendi, Gozo
FRONT X LIQUID Gozo Sessions
31st January 2026
A monthly dance ritual where master selectors lead uninterrupted journeys through soulful sound.
Party
Victoria, Gozo
Dija: An exhibition by Clara Azzopardi
31st January - 22nd March 2026
This will be the first solo show by Gozitan artist Clara Azzopardi.
Exhibition
Valletta
CARNEVALE - The Grandmaster's Ball
7th February 2026
The Grandmaster of the Knights of Malta steps out from the chronicles of history to invite you to...
Ball
Floriana
Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special
14th February 2026
Say it with music at a Candlelight Conert!
Concert
Victoria, Gozo
Singin' in the Rain
14th, 15th, 20th, 21st & 22nd March 2026
Get Ready to Make a Splash with Singin' in the Rain!
Musical
Victoria, Gozo
Turandot
30th May 2026
The booking for Giacomo Puccini's masterpiece Turandot is officially open.  After an absence...
Opera
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Events
Karta Festa returns to Kalkara! Esplora unveils Carnival-inspired science programme for 2026
Karta Festa 2026 transforms Carnival creativity into an interactive learning experience.
Francesca Vella
Events
Events
Colour, music & celebration! 50 Carnival activities to take place across Malta and Gozo
Carnival officially starts on the 13th of February!
Lyndsey Grima
Events
Events
One month to go! Malta Carnival 2026 kicks off this February
It’s all happening from the 13th to the 17th of February!
Lyndsey Grima
Events
Events
Celebrate the season! Citrus Festival to bloom at San Anton Palace Garden this Sunday
A family event paying tribute to the popular winter fruit!
Lyndsey Grima
Events
Events
Rewriting Malta’s human history: Check out this fascinating science talk in Valletta this February
Curious about Malta’s deep past?
Francesca Vella
Events
Events
Nordic Resonance: A sonic journey from Shetland to Valletta
Feel the Shetland winds, whales, and waves while rooted at Spazju Kreattiv.
Francesca Vella
Attractions
Attractions
Weekend serenity! Villa Frere’s stunning gardens reopening to the public on Sunday 4th January
Villa Frere will be open this Sunday from 9:30 AM till 4:30 PM
Lyndsey Grima
Events
Events
Shake up the happiness! Here are all the events happening in Malta & Gozo between 26th to 30th December 2025
Did you know that this time of year is called Twixmas?
Lyndsey Grima
Bugibba
Quattro Play Kids' Cafe'
A bright and colorful cafeteria with a Large play area inside. It is the ideal place to visit if...
Fun Park Kids Cafe
Nadur, Gozo
Tal-Mixta Cave
Explore birds-eye views of Ramla Bay
Sightseeing
Rabat
Wignacourt Museum
The Wignacourt Museum has something to offer the young and old alike! The complex includes St...
Museum
Paola
Main Street Shopping Complex
A Modern Multi-Storey Shopping Mall in the heart of Paola
Shopping Centre
Santa Luċija
Chinese Garden of Serenity
Find your zen in this beautiful garden!
Garden
Victoria, Gozo
Cittadella Visitors' Centre
The Cittadella Visitors’ Centre is housed in two old water reservoirs built in the...
Landmark Audio-Visual Show
Pieta
VILLA FRERE
The fascinating story of Villa Frere came into being when the Rt. Hon. John Hookham Frere, a...
Cultural
Siggiewi
The Limestone Heritage, Park and Gardens
Welcome to the Limestone Heritage, Park and Gardens – a celebration of Malta’s vibrant...
Historical & Cultural Site
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Accommodation
Accommodation
Maltese hospitality giant Corinthia shines at the 2025 Condé Nast Traveller Awards
The Maltese-born brand is making waves across the globe!
Francesca Vella
Accommodation
Accommodation
From stars to keys! Malta shines as Michelin unveils its first-ever Key hotel awards
Malta’s top hotels just unlocked their first-ever MICHELIN Keys!
Francesca Vella
Accomodation
Accomodation
Looking for a home in Malta? Darscover makes finding your ideal property simple
Darscover is making property searches faster, simpler, and smarter.
Lyndsey Grima
New & now
New & now
Stay afloat! Unique Sliema houseboat now available on Airbnb
How’s that for a floating holiday?!
Lyndsey Grima
Accommodation
Accommodation
The much-anticipated Verdala has been transformed into Malta’s first luxury wellness hotel
The Verdala Wellness Hotel carries on the legacy of the iconic 1970s Grand Hotel Verdala.
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