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Events in Malta in December 2026

57 dated events in December, 6 free to get in, and 5 of the year's big events.

Updated Tuesday 6 October 2026

Big events in December

Every big event

Dated events in December

  • Chucky's Solo Panto: Spill-the-Tea Party

    Sirena Drag Bar and Gay Café, SliemaTue 1 Dec to Sun 3 Jan

    Chucky's Solo Panto returns with a bonkers take on Alice in Wonderland, on through December at Sirena in Sliema.

  • Of Human Bondage: exhibition

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaOn now, until Sun 3 Jan

    A new body of work by Debbie Caruana Dingli about people pushed to the margins by circumstances outside their control.

  • Sailors in the City: The Strait Street Experience

    Sailors' Paradise, Strait Street, Valletta1, 3, 8, 10, 15 Dec, 2:30pm

    An immersive show set in wartime Strait Street, with live music and the stories that drew sailors into Valletta's most notorious lane.

  • Talk Time: make friends and speak English

    Follow The Sun Boutique Hostel, St Julian's1, 8, 15 Dec, 7:30pm

    A relaxed weekly conversation meetup for practising English and meeting people from all over. Every Tuesday.

  • JazzKlabb #14: Galea, D'Ugo, Debono Trio

    Teatru Salesjan, SliemaWed 2 Dec, 8pm

    Vocalist Egle Lape closes the JazzKlabb season with an evening of the American jazz songbook.

  • Karaoke Night

    The Room by Jungle Joy, Spinola Park, St Julian's2, 9, 16, 23 Dec, 7:30pm

    Pick a song, grab the mic and meet an international crowd. Every Wednesday at Spinola Park.

  • The Grand Tour of the Cavalier

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaWed 2 Dec, 4pm

    A one-hour tour of St James Cavalier, the sixteenth century fortification that houses Spazju Kreattiv. Tours run on 21 October, 18 November and 2 December at 16:00.

  • Valletta Resounds: The Caravaggio Experience

    St John's Co-Cathedral, Valletta2, 4, 9, 11 Dec, 6:30pm

    Theatre and live classical music in the Oratory of St John's Co-Cathedral, in front of Caravaggio's masterpiece.

  • Dalma Festival

    Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, AttardFri 4 Dec to Sun 6 Dec

    Two nights of techno in the MFCC arena with Jeff Mills, DVS1, Rødhåd and more.

  • Friday Social Fiesta

    QUBE Vodka Bar, Paceville, St Julian's4, 11, 18 Dec, 9pm

    Party games, an international crowd and Latin beats in the middle of Paceville. Every Friday night.

  • Taste History wine-tasting session

    Grand Master's Palace, VallettaFri 4 Dec

    A wine-tasting session from Heritage Malta's Taste History team at the Grand Master's Palace in Valletta.

  • Woodland Christmas Market

    Oak Tree Circle, Ta' Qali National Park, Attard4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 Dec, 4pmFree entry

    Ten days of eco-friendly gifts, a kids' market, live music, food and drink at Ta' Qali National Park. Weekdays run 16:00 to 19:00, weekends and public holidays 10:00 to 19:00. Entry is free.

  • Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

    Ramla Bay Resort, MellieħaSat 5 Dec, 7pm

    Queen and ABBA arranged for string quartet and played by candlelight at Ramla Bay Resort. One hour, from €36.

  • Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

    Ramla Bay Resort, MellieħaSat 5 Dec, 9pm

    Hans Zimmer's film scores played by a string quartet by candlelight at Ramla Bay Resort. One hour, from €36.

  • La Bohème: D'Opéra Malta, Paris Concert Edition

    Teatru Salesjan, SliemaSat 5 Dec, 7pm

    Puccini's opera about love and being young and broke in Paris, in an intimate concert staging at Teatru Salesjan.

  • Malta Pub Crawl, Paceville

    Mercury House, St George's Road, St Julian's5, 12, 19 Dec, 9pm

    A Saturday night round of Paceville's bars and clubs with a group of people from around the world.

  • MET Opera Live in HD: Samson et Dalila

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaSat 5 Dec, 6pm

    Saint-Saëns' opera relayed live from the Metropolitan Opera in New York to the cinema at St James Cavalier.

  • Eurosport Safi 5K Race

    SafiSun 6 Dec

    Rush Athletic Club's 5 km road race on a World Athletics approved course through Safi, with a 1 km race for under 16s and a children's fun run.

  • Experience Villa Frere

    Villa Frere, PietàSun 6 Dec

    Heritage Malta holds special openings of Villa Frere in Pietà. The dates are 4 October, 1 November and 6 December.

  • In Guardia at Fort St Elmo

    Fort St Elmo, Valletta6, 13 Dec

    A military parade re-enactment in period uniform at Fort St Elmo, Valletta. Six dates run from 18 October to 13 December.

  • Malta Youth Orchestra Chamber Concert

    Robert Samut Hall, FlorianaSun 6 Dec, 11am

    Young players from the Malta Youth Orchestra perform chamber music at Robert Samut Hall on a Sunday morning.

  • National Men's League basketball

    Ta' Qali Basketball Pavilion, Attard6, 13, 20 Dec, 1:15pm

    The top men's basketball league starts on 8 November. Most Sundays bring three games at the Ta' Qali pavilion, at 13:15, 15:15 and 17:15.

  • The Nutcracker

    Teatru Manoel, Valletta6, 7, 8 Dec, 7:30pm

    Moveo Dance Company's contemporary version of Tchaikovsky's Christmas ballet at Teatru Manoel.

  • Iljieli fit-Teatru Beatfest: Lejla Rock

    Pjazza Teatru Rjal Greenroom, VallettaMon 7 Dec, 7:30pm

    Rock night in the Greenroom at Pjazza Teatru Rjal.

  • Monday Games Night and Welcome Party

    The Room by Jungle Joy, Spinola Park, St Julian's7, 14, 21, 28 Dec, 7:30pm

    A weekly welcome night with beer pong, cards, Jenga and Twister. Come on your own and leave with a group. Every Monday.

  • Festa ta' Marija Immakulata, Victoria

    St Francis of Assisi Conventual Church, St Francis Square, VictoriaTue 8 DecFree entry

    The feast of the Immaculate Conception at the Franciscan church in St Francis Square, with processions, prayer and music on the 8 December public holiday.

  • Hudson Race Series: Valletta Edition

    VallettaTue 8 Dec, 7am

    The last race of the Hudson Race Series runs through the streets of Valletta on the 8 December public holiday, starting at 07:00.

  • Mariah Carey's Christmas Time in Malta

    Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, AttardTue 8 Dec, 7pm

    Mariah Carey brings her Christmas show to a seated MFCC. Sold out, with a waiting list on the promoter's site. Doors at 19:00.

  • The Adventures of Prince Achmed with a live score by Renzo Spiteri

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaTue 8 Dec, 6pm

    A centenary screening of Lotte Reiniger's 1926 silhouette animation, with a live score by Renzo Spiteri.

  • 1732: A Tour of Teatru Manoel

    Teatru Manoel, Valletta10, 17 Dec, 3pm

    A guided tour of Malta's national theatre, open since 1732. Tours run on Thursdays at 15:00 and cost €15.

  • The Grand Tour of Teatru Manoel

    Teatru Manoel, Valletta10, 17 Dec, 11am

    An animated tour of the theatre led by artist and guide Jeremy Grech of House of Tours. Tours run on Thursdays at 11:00 and 13:00 and cost €20.

  • Aladdin fix-Xow il-Kbir!

    St Vincent de Paul Residence theatre, Luqa11, 12, 13 Dec, 7pm

    A Maltese-language Aladdin show with four performances at the St Vincent de Paul theatre in Luqa, including a Sunday morning one.

  • Malta Youth Orchestra Christmas Concert

    St Paul's Cathedral, MdinaFri 11 Dec, 7:30pm

    The Malta Youth Orchestra and Coro Kemonia play a Christmas programme under Michael Laus in Mdina's cathedral.

  • Santa's Factory and The Glowing Alley

    Government Experimental Farm, Triq l-Imġarr, Xewkija11, 12, 13 Dec, 5:30pmFree entry

    A walk along an illuminated path leads to a 30-minute show by Santa's elves and a meeting with Santa at the Government Experimental Farm in Xewkija. Entry is free.

  • Elf the Musical

    Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta12, 13 Dec, 7:30pm

    The Christmas musical based on the film, in Republic Hall at the Mediterranean Conference Centre.

  • Santa's Magical Night

    Pjazza San Ġużepp, QalaSat 12 Dec, 5pmFree entry

    Qala's square hosts a Christmas parade with Santa and his elves, live music, festive food and performances by the local choir and dance company.

  • HopeXchange 5K, 10K and Kids Race

    BirkirkaraSun 13 Dec

    A charity morning of running or walking in Birkirkara, with 5 km and 10 km distances and a kids' race, listed by the Malta Marathon organisers.

  • Mixja ma' Mario Coleiro: Naxxar

    NaxxarSun 13 Dec

    A guided heritage walk through Naxxar led by Mario Coleiro for Heritage Malta.

  • Paris Opera Ballet: Swan Lake

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaSun 13 Dec, 6pm

    The Paris Opera Ballet dances Swan Lake on the cinema screen at St James Cavalier.

  • Iljieli fit-Teatru Chamberfest: Beethoven and Mendelssohn

    Pjazza Teatru Rjal Greenroom, VallettaMon 14 Dec, 7:30pm

    Chamber works by Beethoven and Mendelssohn in the Greenroom at Pjazza Teatru Rjal.

  • Candlelight: Christmas Classics

    St John's Co-Cathedral, VallettaTue 15 Dec, 7pm

    Carols, Greensleeves and pieces from Tchaikovsky's The Seasons, played by a string quartet by candlelight inside St John's Co-Cathedral. One hour, from €27.

  • Kollox Jista' Jmur Ħażin fil-Xmas Xow

    Oratorju Don Bosco, Victoria18, 20 Dec, 8pm

    A Maltese-language Christmas comedy of mishaps and misunderstandings at the Don Bosco Oratory in Victoria, now in its third edition.

  • Jiddu l-Kwiekeb 2026

    Mediterranean Conference Centre, VallettaSat 19 Dec, 7:30pm

    Kumpanija Teatru Rjal's big December night of song and spectacle in Republic Hall.

  • The Travellers: Kunċertun tal-Milied, Il-Ġugarelli Minsija

    St Agatha's Auditorium, Rabat19, 20 Dec, 8:30pm

    The Travellers' Christmas show for all ages, mixing a live set with classic Christmas songs.

  • Eurosport Mdina 2 Spinola Xmas Road Race

    Mdina, outside the city wallsSun 20 Dec

    The traditional Christmas road race from Mdina down to Spinola Bay in St Julian's. Entries are €25 until 22 November.

  • Malta Artisan Markets: Christmas Market

    Palazzo Parisio, NaxxarSun 20 Dec, 11amFree entry

    The busiest market of the year fills the halls and terrace of Palazzo Parisio with gifts and festive food made on the island. Market entry is free.

  • Santa's Magical Theatre

    MBC Theatre, Triq Diċembru Tlettax, Nadur20, 27 Dec, 5pm

    A Christmas film screening for children aged four and over at the MBC Theatre in Nadur, raising funds for the Mnarja band club. Tickets are €5.

  • Winter Solstice at Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra

    Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra Archaeological Park, Qrendi20, 21 Dec

    Heritage Malta marks the winter solstice at the Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra temples in Qrendi on 20 and 21 December.

  • Hercules: the MADC panto

    Teatru Salesjan, Sliema23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 Dec, 3pm

    The MADC Christmas panto, written by Alan Montanaro and directed by Steve Casaletto, with shows at 15:00 and 20:00.

  • Christmas carols in Qala

    Qala Parish ChurchThu 24 Dec, 7pmFree entry

    On Christmas Eve the Ite ad Joseph band plays carols through the streets of Qala and in the parish church.

  • Bella u l-Bestja

    Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta26, 27, 28, 29 Dec, 2:30pm

    Beauty and the Beast told in Maltese on the Republic Hall stage over the Christmas holidays.

  • Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings

    The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaSat 26 Dec, 7pm

    The music of the Lord of the Rings films, played by a string quartet by candlelight for the trilogy's 25th anniversary. One hour, from €44.

  • Pinokkju: Il-Pantomima

    G.F. Abela Junior College, Msida26, 27, 28, 29, 30 Dec, 2:30pm

    A Maltese-language Christmas panto that turns the Pinocchio story on its head with jokes, music and oversized characters.

  • Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

    The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaSun 27 Dec, 9pm

    A string quartet plays Hans Zimmer's scores from Interstellar, Gladiator, Dune and Pirates of the Caribbean by candlelight. One hour, from €36.

  • Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA

    The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaSun 27 Dec, 7pm

    Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and more, played by a string quartet by candlelight. One hour, from €36.50.

  • Explore Ta' Bistra

    Ta' Bistra Catacombs, MostaSun 27 Dec

    Special openings of the Ta' Bistra Catacombs in Mosta on the last Sunday of the month, 25 October, 29 November and 27 December.

  • Il-Pantomima Mamma Mija

    Teatru San Alwiġi, Birkirkara28, 29, 30 Dec, 6pm

    A Maltese-language Christmas panto at Teatru San Alwiġi in Birkirkara, with evening shows at 18:00.

Festas in December

Festa calendar
  • Cospicua, Immaculate ConceptionTue 8 Dec
  • Ħamrun, Immaculate ConceptionTue 8 Dec
  • Mqabba, The Immaculate ConceptionTue 8 Dec
  • Qala, The Immaculate ConceptionTue 8 Dec, Gozo
  • Tal-Ibraġ, Mary Immaculate, Mother of the ChurchTue 8 Dec
  • Victoria, The Immaculate ConceptionTue 8 Dec, Gozo
  • Gudja, Our Lady of LoretoSun 13 Dec
  • Mtarfa, St LucySun 13 Dec
  • Santa Luċija, Santa LuċijaSun 13 Dec, Gozo
  • St Paul's Bay, The Expecting Virgin MarySun 13 Dec

Public holidays and night sky

  • The Immaculate ConceptionTue 8 Dec
  • Republic DaySun 13 Dec
  • Christmas DayFri 25 Dec
  • Geminids meteor shower, darkest skies at Dwejra, GozoNight of Sun 13 Dec
  • Ursids meteor shower, darkest skies at Dwejra, GozoNight of Mon 21 Dec

Things to do in December

All ideas
  • Sunset in Dingli

    Sunset at Dingli Cliffs

    Dingli

    Malta's highest point, with a clifftop road and the tiny Madalena chapel. Bring a drink and sit on the wall for the sunset. Bus 52 from Valletta, or park by the chapel.

  • Buskett Gardens in 2025

    Wander Buskett Gardens

    Siġġiewi

    Malta's only real woodland, planted by the Knights below Verdala Palace. Shady paths, orange groves and picnic spots. Lovely after rain, and the Mnarja folk festival is here in June.

  • Complejo de Ħaġar Qim, isla de Malta, Malta, 2021-08-25, DD

    Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra temples

    Qrendi

    Two megalithic temple complexes older than Stonehenge on a headland above the sea. A visitor centre, then a walk between the two. Mnajdra aligns with the equinox sunrise.

  • Interior of St. John's Co-Cathedral 2025

    St John's Co-Cathedral and the Caravaggio

    Valletta

    Plain outside, jaw dropping inside: gilded walls, a marble floor of 400 knights' tombs and Caravaggio's Beheading of St John. Audio guide included. Shoulders covered.

  • Valletta, St. James Ditch, Lascaris War Rooms 01

    Lascaris War Rooms under Valletta

    Valletta

    The underground HQ from which the defence of Malta and the invasion of Sicily were run. Guided tours through the tunnels below the Upper Barrakka. Chilly, bring a layer.

  • Mdina lighted up at night

    Mdina by night

    Mdina

    The Silent City empties after dark and the lamplit alleys look like a film set. Walk the bastions for the lights of half the island, then a drink at Fontanella. Free.

  • Birgu waterfront & marina

    Ferry to the Three Cities and wander

    Birgu

    Take the two euro ferry from Valletta to Birgu, wander the Collachio lanes, walk the marina round to Senglea's Gardjola gazebo and come back at golden hour.

  • Saluting battery from Upper Barrakka gardens

    Noon gun at the Upper Barrakka

    Valletta

    The Saluting Battery fires a cannon at noon and 4pm below the Upper Barrakka Gardens. Free to watch from the terrace, with the Grand Harbour laid out beneath you.

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