Events in Malta in November 2026
Updated Tuesday 6 October 2026
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British Classics in Concert
Teatru tal-Opra Aurora, VictoriaSun 1 Nov, 7pmFree entry
The Leone Band plays overtures and preludes at the Aurora theatre under conductor Colin Attard. Entry is free.
Everybody's Talking About Jamie
Sir Temi Zammit Hall, University of Malta, Msida1, 6, 7, 8 Nov, 4pm
The feel-good musical about a Sheffield teenager who wants to be a drag queen, staged at Sir Temi Zammit Hall.
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Experience Villa Frere
Villa Frere, PietàSun 1 Nov, and 1 more date to Sun 6 Dec
Heritage Malta holds special openings of Villa Frere in Pietà. The dates are 4 October, 1 November and 6 December.
Fredu l-Fra
G.F. Abela Junior College, MsidaSun 1 Nov, 3pm
A Maltese-language stage comedy: Fredu decides to become a friar and turns both his home and the friary upside down.
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Gozo First Division Knockout: quarter-finals in Kerċem
Kerċem Ajax StadiumSun 1 Nov, 12:30pm
Two knockout quarter-finals at the Kerċem stadium. Qala Saints play Kerċem Ajax at 12:30 and Xagħra United meet Sannat Lions at 15:00.
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Halloween beach party at Tortuga with DJ SIN
Tortuga Beach Club, Little Armier Bay, MellieħaSun 1 Nov, 5pm
Part of a Michael Jackson themed Halloween weekend, with DJ SIN playing at Tortuga Beach Club in Little Armier Bay.
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Halloween Eco Market
Triton Square, FlorianaSun 1 Nov, 10amFree entry
The Eco Market's Halloween edition sets up by the Triton Fountain for four days of eco-friendly gifts, accessories and home decor from local makers.
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Historic re-enactment in Victoria
Independence Square (It-Tokk), VictoriaSun 1 Nov, 10amFree entry
Re-enactors recreate scenes from the past in Independence Square on a Sunday morning. Free to watch.
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Il-Baħar Ikħal Skur
Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta1, 6, 7, 8 Nov, 7pm
Terence Rattigan's The Deep Blue Sea in Maltese: Hester Collyer is torn between a safe marriage and a former RAF pilot who cannot commit.
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Il-Mixegħla tal-Qaddisin
Church parvises across Gozo, VictoriaSun 1 Nov, 6pmFree entry
On All Saints' Day church parvises around Gozo are lit with thousands of candles laid out in patterns and religious symbols. The displays start at dusk.
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In Guardia at Fort St Elmo
Fort St Elmo, Valletta1, 15 Nov
A military parade re-enactment in period uniform at Fort St Elmo, Valletta. Six dates run from 18 October to 13 December.
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John Tabone National Men's Shield basketball
Ta' Qali Basketball Pavilion, AttardSun 1 Nov, 5:15pm
Senior men's basketball at the Ta' Qali pavilion. Two games tip off each Sunday in October, at 15:15 and 17:15, and the last scheduled game is on 1 November at 17:15.
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John Tabone Women's Shield basketball
Ta' Qali Basketball Pavilion, AttardSun 1 Nov, 3:15pm
The senior women's Shield at the Ta' Qali pavilion. Saturday games tip off at 13:15 and 15:15, and the last scheduled game is on Sunday 1 November at 15:15.
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Little Shop of Horrors
Teatru Manoel, VallettaSun 1 Nov, 3pm
Masquerade stage the musical comedy about a shy florist and a plant with a taste for blood, at Teatru Manoel.
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Mixja ma' Mario Coleiro: Żabbar
ŻabbarSun 1 Nov
A guided heritage walk through Żabbar led by Mario Coleiro for Heritage Malta.
Mustafa Algiyadi: Your Finest Second Cheapest Wine Please
Malta Society of Arts, Palazzo de La Salle, VallettaSun 1 Nov, 7pm
English-language stand-up from Mustafa Algiyadi at the Malta Society of Arts. 16 and over.
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Nadur Garmin 10K
Nadur SquareSun 1 Nov, 8:30am
The 11th edition of Nadur's road race in Gozo, with a 10K and a shorter run for anyone aged 16 and over.
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Rocky Horror Show
Mediterranean Conference Centre, VallettaSun 1 Nov, 4pm
The cult rock'n'roll musical over Halloween weekend at the Mediterranean Conference Centre. Dressing up is part of it.
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Sense and Sensibility
Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta1, 6 Nov, 7:30pm
A run of seven screenings of Sense and Sensibility in the cinema at Spazju Kreattiv, from 17 October to 6 November.
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Sweet Tooth Festival
Villa Rundle Gardens, VictoriaSun 1 Nov, 10amFree entry
A day of desserts, traditional sweets, pastries and chocolate in Villa Rundle Gardens, Victoria.
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The Grid Trail
Selmun Palace, MellieħaSun 1 Nov
A 6 km trail loop that starts by Selmun Palace above Mellieħa and takes in the hills and coast around it. Walkers are welcome.
The Panto of the Opera
Teatru Salesjan, SliemaSun 1 Nov, 7:30pm
A Halloween panto in which the Phantom gets a Dame and Christine has to save Valletta's Royal Opera House.
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The Three Palaces Festival
Verdala Palace, Palazzo Parisio, the Grand Master's Palace and St John's Co-Cathedral, VallettaOn now, until Sun 1 Nov
Six days of chamber music, theatre and talks inside Verdala Palace, Palazzo Parisio, the Grand Master's Palace and St John's Co-Cathedral.
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TMYT: Għadna Żgħar
Teatru Manoel Studio Theatre, Old Mint Street, VallettaSun 1 Nov, 6pm
Teatru Manoel Youth Theatre stages a new Maltese play set in a kazin during the last summer of university, about friendship and growing up. Directed by Petra Sant. Ages 13 and over.
Monday Games Night and Welcome Party
The Room by Jungle Joy, Spinola Park, St Julian's2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Nov, 7:30pm
A weekly welcome night with beer pong, cards, Jenga and Twister. Come on your own and leave with a group. Every Monday.
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Skeletal Secrets at St Paul's Catacombs
St Paul's Catacombs, RabatMon 2 Nov
A dark history family activity at St Paul's Catacombs in Rabat.
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Sailors in the City: The Strait Street Experience
Sailors' Paradise, Strait Street, Valletta3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 Nov, 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's3, 10, 17, 24 Nov, 7:30pm
A relaxed weekly conversation meetup for practising English and meeting people from all over. Every Tuesday.
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Traditional Gozo Cheese workshop
Gran Castello Historic House, Cittadella, VictoriaTue 3 Nov
A workshop on traditional Gozo cheese at the Gran Castello Historic House in the Cittadella, Victoria.
Karaoke Night
The Room by Jungle Joy, Spinola Park, St Julian's4, 11, 18, 25 Nov, 7:30pm
Pick a song, grab the mic and meet an international crowd. Every Wednesday at Spinola Park.
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Malta Book Festival 2026
Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, Attard4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Nov, 9amFree entry
Five days of books and author events at the MFCC under the theme Uncover the Story. Entry and all events are free. On Thursday and Friday it closes between 13:00 and 17:00.
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Valletta Resounds: The Caravaggio Experience
St John's Co-Cathedral, Valletta4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 Nov, 6:30pm
Theatre and live classical music in the Oratory of St John's Co-Cathedral, in front of Caravaggio's masterpiece.
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1732: A Tour of Teatru Manoel
Teatru Manoel, Valletta5, 12, 26 Nov, 3pm
A guided tour of Malta's national theatre, open since 1732. Tours run on Thursdays at 15:00 and cost €15.
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National Theatre Live: Golden Boy
Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta5, 15 Nov, 7:30pm
A National Theatre Live screening at Spazju Kreattiv, first shown on 5 November with an encore on 15 November.
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The Grand Tour of Teatru Manoel
Teatru Manoel, Valletta5, 12, 26 Nov, 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.
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Valletta Waterfront Jazz: The Great American Songbook Vol 3
Sagrestia Vault, Valletta Waterfront, FlorianaThu 5 Nov, 7:30pm
A third evening of Songbook standards from the Dominic Galea Trio and Nadine Axisa in the Sagrestia Vault.
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Candlelight: Best of the 80s
The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaFri 6 Nov, 7pm
A string quartet plays the big songs of the 1980s in a room lit by candles. One hour, from €36.
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Candlelight: Queen vs. The Beatles
The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaFri 6 Nov, 9pm
Bohemian Rhapsody meets Here Comes the Sun, played by a string quartet by candlelight. One hour, from €36.
Friday Social Fiesta
QUBE Vodka Bar, Paceville, St Julian's6, 13, 20, 27 Nov, 9pm
Party games, an international crowd and Latin beats in the middle of Paceville. Every Friday night.
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Klassi Għalina: The Roadshow 11
City Theatre, South Street, Valletta6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 Nov, 8pm
The eleventh roadshow of the Maltese comedy at City Theatre in Valletta. 16 and over. The first weekend is sold out.
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Of Human Bondage: exhibition
Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaFri 6 Nov to Sun 3 Jan
A new body of work by Debbie Caruana Dingli about people pushed to the margins by circumstances outside their control.
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Salomé by Oscar Wilde
Teatru Manoel, Valletta6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 Nov, 8pm
Oscar Wilde's tragedy of desire, obsession and revenge, directed by Adrian Buckle on the Manoel main stage. 16 and over, contains nudity.
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Science in the City: L-Eredi tas-Silenzji
Sala San Duminku, VallettaFri 6 Nov, 9:15pmFree entry
An immersive performance about social pressure and hidden expectations at Sala San Duminku, where the audience's choices shape the story. Free with booking.
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Science in the City: Peer-Reviewed Punchline
Offbeat Music Bar, Merchants Street, VallettaFri 6 Nov, 7pmFree entry
Local scientists turn their research into stand-up at Offbeat Music Bar, part of the Science in the City festival. Free with booking.
La Traviata: D'Opéra Malta, Paris Concert Edition
Teatru Salesjan, SliemaSat 7 Nov, 7pm
Verdi's La Traviata in an intimate concert staging at Teatru Salesjan, the second chapter of D'Opéra Malta's series.
Malta Pub Crawl, Paceville
Mercury House, St George's Road, St Julian's7, 14, 21, 28 Nov, 9pm
A Saturday night round of Paceville's bars and clubs with a group of people from around the world.
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Saturday International Party
QUBE Vodka Bar, Paceville, St Julian'sSat 7 Nov, 9pm
English Café Malta's Saturday night party at QUBE in Paceville, a night of dancing with an international crowd. Tickets are about €9.
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Tisbit
Teatru tal-Opra Aurora, VictoriaSat 7 Nov, 8pmFree entry
A percussion concert with dance at the Aurora theatre in Victoria, staged by The Clef House. Entry is free.
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Heartbeat La Salle Road Races
De La Salle College, Cottonera, BirguSun 8 Nov, 7:30am
A certified 5 km road race that starts and finishes on the athletics track at De La Salle College. The 5 km sets off at 07:30, followed by youth races and a children's fun run.
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National Men's League basketball
Ta' Qali Basketball Pavilion, Attard8, 15, 21, 22, 29 Nov, 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.
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Paris Opera Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaSun 8 Nov, 6pm
The Paris Opera Ballet's Romeo and Juliet on the cinema screen at St James Cavalier.
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Science in the City pub quiz: UniverSilly Challenged
POPP Social Club, Pjazza Annunzjata, SliemaSun 8 NovFree entry
A science pub quiz with comedy, live music and hands-on challenges at POPP Social Club in Sliema, part of the Science in the City festival. Free with booking.
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Iljieli fit-Teatru Beatfest: Folk Rock
Pjazza Teatru Rjal Greenroom, VallettaMon 9 Nov, 7:30pm
A Monday night of folk rock in the Greenroom at Pjazza Teatru Rjal.
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Richard Strauss' Salomé
Teatru Manoel, VallettaThu 12 Nov, 8pm
Strauss's one-act opera in a reduced orchestration for one night at Teatru Manoel, with Netta Or in the title role.
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Malta Metal Weekend
InterContinental Malta, St Julian'sFri 13 Nov to Sun 15 Nov
Three nights of metal at the InterContinental: Kreator and Paradise Lost on Friday, Doro and Candlemass on Saturday, Europe on Sunday.
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The Prince of Egypt: The Musical
Don Bosco Sports Ground, Pjazza Santu Wistin, Victoria13, 14, 15, 20, 21 Nov, 7:30pm
Stephen Schwartz's musical of the Moses story, staged by the Don Bosco Oratory in Victoria over two weekends.
Too Soon To Tell: album launch concert
Malta Society of Arts, Palazzo de La Salle, VallettaFri 13 Nov, 8pm
A debut album launch with a cast of guest musicians at the Malta Society of Arts.
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Candlelight: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay
Ramla Bay Resort, MellieħaSat 14 Nov, 9pm
Ed Sheeran and Coldplay songs arranged for strings and played by candlelight at Ramla Bay Resort. One hour, from €36.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson
Ramla Bay Resort, MellieħaSat 14 Nov, 7pm
Michael Jackson's hits played by a string quartet by candlelight at Ramla Bay Resort. One hour, from €36.
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MET Opera Live in HD: Carmen (encore)
Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaSat 14 Nov, 7pm
An encore screening of Bizet's Carmen from the Metropolitan Opera, shown at Spazju Kreattiv.
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Express Trailers Żurrieq Half Marathon and 10K
ŻurrieqSun 15 Nov, 7am
A half marathon, a 10K and a walk on the roads in and around Żurrieq. The half starts at 07:00 and the 10K at 07:45.
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Malta Artisan Market at Mercury
Mercury, St Julian'sSun 15 Nov, 5pmFree entry
Handmade crafts, gifts, home decor and artisan food from Maltese makers on a Sunday evening at Mercury. Entry is free.
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Naples: Voice, Music and Soul
Mediterranean Conference Centre, VallettaSun 15 Nov, 7:30pm
Balletto di Milano, singers from La Scala and a live Italian orchestra in a show built on Neapolitan song.
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Thread Filigree: From Crafts to Couture
Xewkija Windmill16, 17, 18 Nov, 8:30amFree entry
A three-day exhibition of textile craft and fashion design inside the Xewkija windmill. Entry is free.
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Variations
Teatru Manoel, VallettaTue 17 Nov, 7:30pm
Pianists Joanne Camilleri and Gabi Sultana play Simon Parkin's Blueberg Variations, Bach's Goldbergs retold in jazz, swing and blues.
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The Grand Tour of the Cavalier
Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaWed 18 Nov, 4pm, and 1 more date to Wed 2 Dec
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.
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GIANT: The Play
Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta19, 22 Nov, 7pm
The stage play GIANT, filmed in the theatre and screened at Spazju Kreattiv on 19 November with an encore on 22 November.
Jazz Assemblea 2026
Valletta Campus TheatreThu 19 Nov to Sun 22 Nov
Four days celebrating Malta's jazz community: more than 70 musicians, 20 concerts, a documentary, a discussion and a workshop.
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Serje ta' Taħditiet: L-Inkwiżizzjoni
Inquisitor's Palace, BirguThu 19 Nov
Heritage Malta's lecture series on the Inquisition, held at the Inquisitor's Palace in Birgu on 15 October and 19 November.
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Serje ta' Taħditiet: Storja Militari ta' Malta
Fort St Elmo, VallettaThu 19 Nov
A lecture in Heritage Malta's series on the military history of Malta, held at Fort St Elmo in Valletta.
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Antiphonarium
Parish Church of St Catherine, ŻejtunFri 20 Nov, 7:30pm
Cappella Musicale Diacono performs festa antiphons and sacred music by Maltese composer Carlo Diacono in Żejtun's parish church.
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Bruckner's 7th
St Paul's Cathedral, MdinaFri 20 Nov, 7:30pm
The Malta Philharmonic plays Bruckner's Seventh Symphony under Michael Laus inside Mdina's cathedral.
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Opera Night in Għarb
Basilica of the Visitation, GħarbFri 20 Nov, 8pmFree entry
Well-loved arias sung inside the Basilica of the Visitation in Għarb. Entry is free.
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PLAYCON 2026
Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, Attard20, 21, 22 Nov, 7pmFree entry
The sixth PLAYCON brings gaming, esports, game development and cosplay under one roof at the MFCC. Friday evening is for pass holders, and Saturday and Sunday are open with free entry.
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PLAYCON Symphonic Pixels: Video Game Soundtracks Reimagined
Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, AttardFri 20 Nov, 9pm
Video game soundtracks played live with big-screen visuals, the concert night of PLAYCON at the MFCC.
1565: Birgu's Darkest Day
Advanced Gate, Couvre Porte, BirguSat 21 Nov, 4pm
An immersive walking tour through Birgu on its bloodiest day of the Great Siege of 1565.
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La Stella Band in Concert: John Williams
Teatru Astra, VictoriaSat 21 Nov, 8pm
The La Stella Band celebrates John Williams with an evening of his film scores at Teatru Astra.
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Make Music Great
Għarb SquareSat 21 Nov, 8pmFree entry
A free evening of live music in Għarb's village square, organised by the local council.
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The Golden Age of ABBA and Boney M.
Teatru tal-Opra Aurora, VictoriaSat 21 Nov, 7:30pm
A night of ABBA and Boney M. hits with the Gozo Youth Wind Band and Orchestra at Teatru tal-Opra Aurora.
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Upcycled Bag Charm Workshop
Salina Nature Reserve, NaxxarSat 21 Nov, 2pm
Turn fabric scraps, spare beads and odd earrings into a bag charm at Salina Nature Reserve. Ages 14 and up, €15.
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Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings
The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaSun 22 Nov, 7pm, and 1 more date to Sat 26 Dec
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.
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Gozo Herbs Festival
Għarb SquareSun 22 Nov, 8amFree entry
Għarb's yearly festival of herbs, nature and local tradition, in the village square from morning until evening.
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Let It Out to Let It In: voice and silence in Buskett
Buskett Woods, SiġġiewiSun 22 Nov, 9:30am
A four-hour morning session in Buskett Woods that works with your own voice and with silence. Sessions run on 25 October and 22 November, from about €20.
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Iljieli fit-Teatru Chamberfest: Chamber Dialogues
Pjazza Teatru Rjal Greenroom, VallettaMon 23 Nov, 7:30pm
A Monday night of chamber music in the Greenroom at Pjazza Teatru Rjal.
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Beethoven200: Piano Concerto 4
Teatru Manoel, VallettaThu 26 Nov, 7:30pm
The Malta Philharmonic under Wolfram Christ, with Freddy Kempf as soloist in Beethoven's Fourth Piano Concerto.
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Beethoven200: Symphonies 1 & 3
Teatru Manoel, VallettaFri 27 Nov, 7:30pm
Wolfram Christ conducts the Malta Philharmonic in Beethoven's First and Third Symphonies at Teatru Manoel.
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Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaFri 27 Nov, 7pm
Viva La Vida, Fix You, Believer and Demons arranged for strings and played by candlelight. One hour, from €37.
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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaFri 27 Nov, 9pm, and 1 more date to Sun 27 Dec
A string quartet plays Hans Zimmer's scores from Interstellar, Gladiator, Dune and Pirates of the Caribbean by candlelight. One hour, from €36.
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Sip & Paint at the Grand Master's Palace
Grand Master's Palace, VallettaFri 27 Nov
A painting workshop with a drink in hand at the Grand Master's Palace in Valletta.
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Winter Wonderland Gozo
39, Triq it-28 ta' April 1688, Qala27, 28, 29 Nov, 6pm
The tenth edition of this Christmas fair in Qala has art, crafts, gifts and homemade food from 15 makers. The Vocal Gems sing a cappella on Friday and Sunday.
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Christmas It's Time
Teatru Astra, VictoriaSat 28 Nov, 7:30pmFree entry
The official opening of the Christmas in Gozo programme, on stage at Teatru Astra. Entry is free.
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The Malta Open Dance Spectacular 2026
Hotel Santana, Qawra, St Paul's Bay28, 29 Nov, 11am
An international ballroom, Latin and freestyle competition where wheelchair dancers, dancers with special needs and able-bodied dancers compete side by side.
The Upcycle Fashion Show
Sala San Duminku, VallettaSat 28 Nov, 5pm
Manzoni Fashion School students send their upcycled designs down the runway for a second year.
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Vinyl Paradise: album launch
Valletta Campus TheatreSat 28 Nov, 8pm
The Maltese blues trio launch their new album at home after a year of touring, with UK singer Alice Armstrong as guest. Doors at 19:00.
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Aerial Circus Show
MBC Theatre, Triq Diċembru Tlettax, NadurSun 29 Nov, 6pm
The fourth Aerial Circus Show brings aerial acrobatics, dance and live music to the MBC Theatre in Nadur.
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Explore Ta' Bistra
Ta' Bistra Catacombs, MostaSun 29 Nov, and 1 more date to Sun 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.
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MPO Chamber Concert: flute, percussion and piano
Robert Samut Hall, FlorianaSun 29 Nov, 11am
A Sunday morning programme for flute, percussion and piano, from Bernstein's Halil to Piazzolla's Nightclub 1960, played by Rebecca Hall, Eduardo Machado and Christine Zerafa.
Festas in November
Festa calendar- Baħrija, St Martin of ToursSun 8 Nov
- Ta' Xbiex, St John of the CrossSun 15 Nov
Night sky
- Southern Taurids meteor shower, darkest skies at Dwejra, GozoNight of Wed 4 Nov
- Northern Taurids meteor shower, darkest skies at Dwejra, GozoNight of Wed 11 Nov
- Leonids meteor shower, darkest skies at Dwejra, GozoNight of Mon 16 Nov
Things to do in November
All ideas
Swim at the Blue Lagoon, Comino
Comino
The famous turquoise shallows between Comino and Cominotto. Since 2025 you need a free timed pass from blcomino.com to land; boats leave from Ċirkewwa and Mġarr, Gozo. Go early or for the 6pm slot.

Cliff jump at St Peter's Pool
Marsaxlokk
A natural rock pool on the Delimara peninsula with flat slabs for sunbathing and ledges for jumping. No facilities, so bring water. A 20 minute walk from Marsaxlokk or a bumpy drive.

Beach day at Għajn Tuffieħa (Riviera)
Mġarr
A red sand bay reached by a long staircase, quieter than neighbouring Golden Bay. Great sunsets and a kiosk at the bottom. Watch the currents when the red flag is up.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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