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Events in Malta in October 2026

176 dated events in October, 25 free to get in, and 9 of the year's big events.

Updated Tuesday 6 October 2026

Big events in October

Every big event

Dated events in October

  • Captured Moments

    art..e Gallery, Library Street, Victoria6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 Oct, 9:30amFree entry

    Josanne Mifsud Pikutzki shows her oil and acrylic seascapes at the art..e Gallery in Victoria. The gallery opens in the mornings and entry is free.

  • Lunchtime Concerts at Our Lady of Victory Church

    Our Lady of Victory Church, South Street, Valletta6, 13, 20, 27 Oct, 12:30pm

    Barocco Foundation's Tuesday recitals in Our Lady of Victory Church start at 12:30 and last about an hour. October brings French song, Édith Piaf, Ave Maria settings and classical guitar. The suggested donation is €13.

  • Outdoors: paintings by Debbie Bonello

    Palm Court Lounge, The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaOn now, until Fri 30 OctFree entry

    Debbie Bonello's fourth solo exhibition shows landscapes painted on site in Malta and Sicily over the past two years. It hangs in the Palm Court Lounge at The Phoenicia until 30 October.

  • Sailors in the City: The Strait Street Experience

    Sailors' Paradise, Strait Street, Valletta6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 Oct, 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.

  • Spanish Film Days: El Desencanto

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaTue 6 Oct, 7:30pm

    Jaime Chávarri's 1976 documentary about the Panero family screens in the cinema at Spazju Kreattiv as part of Spanish Film Days.

  • Talk Time: make friends and speak English

    Follow The Sun Boutique Hostel, St Julian's6, 13, 20, 27 Oct, 7:30pm

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

  • The Cinemates Film Club: The Odyssey

    Eddie's Cafe, Republic Square, VallettaTue 6 Oct, 7pm

    The Cinemates film club meets at Eddie's Cafe in Valletta to talk about The Odyssey.

  • Exhibition on Screen: James McNeill Whistler

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta7, 16 Oct, 7:30pm

    A feature-length art documentary on the painter James McNeill Whistler, screening twice in the cinema at St James Cavalier.

  • Folk Underground: Echoes of Maltese Songs Beneath the City

    Sala San Duminku, Valletta7, 11, 14, 21, 28 Oct, 7pm

    Traditional Maltese song, storytelling and guitar in an intimate setting at Sala San Duminku in Valletta. Two sittings on most evenings.

  • Karaoke Night

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

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

  • Maison D'être Malta: Anjunadeep beach sessions

    Nine Lives, Buġibba perched beach, St Paul's Bay7, 8, 9, 10 Oct, 3pmFree entry

    Four free afternoons and evenings of Anjunadeep style music on the perched beach at Nine Lives in Buġibba, starting at 15:00 each day.

  • The Valletta Waterfront Oktoberfest

    Valletta Waterfront, Floriana7, 8, 9 Oct, 6pmFree entry

    Three evenings of local and international beers, a Bavarian band, live acts and drinking and pretzel contests on the promenade. Entry is free.

  • Valletta Resounds: The Caravaggio Experience

    St John's Co-Cathedral, Valletta7, 14, 16, 19, 21, 28, 30 Oct, 6:30pm

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

  • 1732: A Tour of Teatru Manoel

    Teatru Manoel, Valletta8, 15, 22, 29 Oct, 3pm

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

  • BLAST Slam VIII

    Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, AttardThu 8 Oct, 1pm

    Six of the world's top Dota 2 teams play in front of a live studio audience at BLAST's arena beside the MFCC.

  • Piano at the Opera

    Aula Mgr G. Farrugia, St George's Basilica, VictoriaThu 8 Oct, 8pmFree entry

    A one-hour recital of piano transcriptions from Verdi, Wagner and other opera composers, with a guest singer for the arias. Entry is free.

  • The Grand Tour of Teatru Manoel

    Teatru Manoel, Valletta8, 15, 22, 29 Oct, 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.

  • Biblical: Sarah Bonnici live in concert

    Malta Society of Arts, Palazzo de La Salle, VallettaFri 9 Oct, 8pm

    A one-off, stripped-back set by Sarah Bonnici at the Malta Society of Arts, paired with sacred imagery chosen by artist Charlie Cauchi.

  • Community Yoga in Xewkija

    Chrysalis Studio, Mġarr Road, Xewkija9, 16, 23 Oct, 6pm

    A welcoming one-hour yoga session for all levels at Chrysalis Studio in Xewkija, Gozo. Fridays at 18:00, €10.

  • Friday Social Fiesta

    QUBE Vodka Bar, Paceville, St Julian's9, 16, 23, 30 Oct, 9pm

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

  • Ġurdien f'Kordin

    St Vincent de Paul Residence theatre, Luqa9, 10, 11 Oct, 7pm

    An original comedy in Maltese about a health scare in the women's wing of a prison and the director trying to keep order.

  • Horizon Beer Festival

    Ġnien il-Ġibjun, Żurrieq9, 10, 11 Oct, 6pmFree entry

    The first Horizon Beer Festival fills Ġnien il-Ġibjun in Żurrieq for three days of beer, food, live bands and DJs. Entry is free and donations go to Hospice Malta.

  • Ixgħel l-indicator! Kunċert ta' Kelma Kelma Nota Nota

    Greek Theatre, Ta' Qali, AttardFri 9 Oct, 8:30pm

    An open-air concert in Maltese at the Greek Theatre in Ta' Qali with Ray Calleja, Daniel Cauchi and the Big Band Brothers.

  • Malta Coffee Friday

    TuttoBuono, Triq Ġorġ Borg Olivier, MellieħaFri 9 Oct, 11am

    Malta Digital Nomads meet for a Friday coffee and a chat in Mellieħa. This week's theme is eating well while travelling.

  • Malta Women v Luxembourg, international friendly

    Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali, AttardFri 9 Oct, 7pm

    Malta's women's national team take on Luxembourg at the Centenary Stadium. Adult tickets are €6.

  • Matilda (30th anniversary screening)

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaFri 9 Oct, 7:30pm

    The 1996 film of Roald Dahl's Matilda back on the big screen for its 30th anniversary.

  • Mdina Resounds: Echoes of the Silent City

    St Paul's Cathedral, Mdina9, 24, 30 Oct, 12pm

    A performance that moves through hidden corners of Mdina's cathedral, following a servant of the Church who has joined the resistance.

  • Neolitika x Music Summit Malta: John Acquaviva

    Gianpula Village, ŻebbuġFri 9 Oct, 10pm

    The official Music Summit Malta afterparty at The Club House in Gianpula Village, headlined by techno veteran John Acquaviva.

  • Symphony of Lights

    Pjazza Santa Luċija, Santa Luċija, KerċemFri 9 Oct, 8pmFree entry

    An open-air evening concert in the square of Santa Luċija, Gozo, organised by the San Girgor band club of Kerċem.

  • Anjunadeep at Café del Mar

    Café del Mar Malta, Qawra, St Paul's BaySat 10 Oct, 1pm

    The Saturday of Anjunadeep's third Malta edition, which runs from 8 to 11 October. Café del Mar hosts from 13:00 to 21:00. Over 17s only.

  • Ask the Curator! at Skorba and Ta' Ħaġrat

    Skorba and Ta' Ħaġrat prehistoric sites, MġarrSat 10 Oct

    A special opening of the two prehistoric sites in Mġarr, Skorba and Ta' Ħaġrat, with Heritage Malta's curators on hand for questions.

  • Birgufest

    Birgu streets, Fort St Angelo and the Inquisitor's PalaceSat 10 Oct, 7pmFree entry

    Birgu switches off its street lights for a night of candles, music, food stalls and re-enactments. Fort St Angelo and the Inquisitor's Palace stay open late for €3.

  • Birkirkara FC v Valletta FC

    National Stadium, Ta' Qali, AttardSat 10 Oct, 3:30pm

    Two of Malta's biggest clubs meet at the National Stadium. Under 16s get in free.

  • Blame Battle: comedy, roasting and dirty little secrets

    BRUVV, BalzanSat 10 Oct, 8pm

    Steve Hili hosts a night of roasting and confessions at BRUVV in Balzan. 17 and over.

  • Blue Grotto group trip

    Meeting point: McDonald's, Tigné Seafront, Sliema10, 17, 24 Oct, 11am

    A Saturday outing with English Café Malta to the Blue Grotto, with coastal views and a boat ride into the sea caves. The group meets outside McDonald's on the Tigné seafront at 11:00. The fee is €25.

  • Echoes of Calm: yoga at St Paul's Catacombs

    St Paul's Catacombs, RabatSat 10 Oct

    A yoga session at St Paul's Catacombs in Rabat, part of Heritage Malta's wellbeing events.

  • Fresh Finds: Gozo Artisan Mercato

    Nadur SquareSat 10 Oct, 2pmFree entry

    The autumn edition of the artisan market in Nadur Square, with local makers selling through the afternoon and evening.

  • Freshers' Rave 2026

    Gianpula Village, ŻebbuġSat 10 Oct, 10:30pm

    The big student night that opens the academic year, taking over Gianpula Main Room.

  • Get Funky: The Final Round

    Gianpula Village, ŻebbuġSat 10 Oct, 10pm

    The last Get Funky of the year, in Groove Gardens at Gianpula Village.

  • Grid Sprint

    Golden Bay, MellieħaSat 10 Oct

    A 6 km obstacle course race at Golden Bay with more than 20 obstacles, open to all fitness levels.

  • John Tabone Women's Shield basketball

    Ta' Qali Basketball Pavilion, Attard10, 17, 24 Oct, 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.

  • Malta Comic Con 2026

    Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, Attard10, 11 Oct

    Two days of comics, cosplay, gaming, anime and creator panels at the MFCC, with the cosplay competition and Sunday masquerade.

  • Malta Pub Crawl, Paceville

    Mercury House, St George's Road, St Julian's10, 17, 24, 31 Oct, 9pm

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

  • Music Summit Malta Closing Party: Oracles x Big Ron's

    Tortuga Beach Club, Little Armier Bay, MellieħaSat 10 Oct, 2pm

    A day-into-night closing party by the sea at Little Armier, with Detroit's Kenny Larkin on the decks.

  • Nitkellem 5K and 10K Run

    Root Circle, Ta' Qali, AttardSat 10 Oct, 9am

    A 5K and 10K run at Ta' Qali for World Mental Health Day.

  • Northern Region Trek

    Meeting point: the Red Tower, MellieħaSat 10 Oct, 2:30pm

    Din l-Art Ħelwa leads a walk from the Red Tower across the northern peninsula, past old apiaries, wartime pillboxes and coastal defences.

  • POPP Day Out: Autumn 2026

    Tree Grove, Ta' Qali National Park, AttardSat 10 Oct, 12pmFree entry

    A full day among the trees at Ta' Qali National Park with craft beer, cocktails, street food, music and a market of local makers. Entry is free.

  • Romeo & Juliet

    Teatru Manoel, VallettaSat 10 Oct, 7:30pm

    Company of Dance Arts retell Shakespeare's love story in a new dance production on the Teatru Manoel main stage.

  • The Saturday Show: stand-up comedy

    Spritz Social Den, GżiraSat 10 Oct, 8:30pm

    A women-powered night of stand-up and improv games on the Gżira seafront.

  • Treasures Malta: International Jewellery Exhibition

    Cittadella, VictoriaSat 10 Oct to Sun 18 Oct

    Ten jewellers from seven countries show their work in the Cittadella, from gold and gemstones to filigree and wood. Visitors can meet the makers and try on selected pieces.

  • CDM Sundays

    Café del Mar Malta, Qawra, St Paul's Bay11, 18 Oct, 6pm

    Café del Mar's Sunday session runs from 18:00 to 01:00 with DJ sets by the sea. The October dates are 4, 11 and 18. Over 17s only.

  • Festa tal-Madonna tal-Patroċinju, Għasri

    Għasri Parish ChurchSun 11 OctFree entry

    Għasri celebrates the feast of Our Lady of Patronage with processions, prayer and music.

  • Fjakkolata

    Għar Ilma hill, Santa Luċija, Santa Luċija, KerċemSun 11 Oct, 6pmFree entry

    The hill of Għar Ilma glows with fjakkoli, traditional flame torches, for a night of folk music, dance and local food.

  • Gozo Football League: Sannat Lions v Xewkija Tigers and Għajnsielem v Kerċem Ajax

    Gozo Stadium, XewkijaSun 11 Oct, 2pm

    First Division football at Gozo Stadium. Sannat Lions face Xewkija Tigers at 14:00, then Għajnsielem play Kerċem Ajax at 16:00.

  • Gozo SPCA Dog Show and Pet Awareness Day

    Għarb SquareSun 11 Oct, 10amFree entry

    Gozo SPCA marks its 50th anniversary in Għarb Square with a fun dog show, a photo competition and artisan stalls.

  • John Tabone National Men's Shield basketball

    Ta' Qali Basketball Pavilion, Attard11, 18, 25 Oct, 3:15pm

    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.

  • Love, Magic & Mischief: Music from the English Baroque Theatre

    Malta Society of Arts, Palazzo de La Salle, VallettaSun 11 Oct, 10:30am

    A Sunday morning concert of theatre music by Matthew Locke and Henry Purcell at the Malta Society of Arts, including pieces from The Tempest and The Fairy Queen.

  • Malta Premier League: Ħamrun Spartans v Hibernians

    Tony Bezzina Stadium, PaolaSun 11 Oct, 3:30pm

    A Sunday double-header at the Tony Bezzina Stadium in Paola. Ħamrun Spartans play Hibernians at 15:30, then Sliema Wanderers meet Gżira United at 18:00.

  • Marsaxlokk and St Peter's Pool group trip

    Meeting point: McDonald's, Tigné Seafront, Sliema11, 18, 25 Oct, 9:30am

    A Sunday trip south with English Café Malta to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk and on to St Peter's Pool. Meet outside McDonald's on the Tigné seafront at 09:30.

  • Miġra Zipline

    Miġra l-Ferħa, RabatSun 11 Oct

    MC Adventure runs a public zipline session at Miġra l-Ferħa, with riders crossing the cliff edge 50 metres above the sea. Book a slot in advance.

  • Ramblers' walk: Mġarr

    Meeting point: Mġarr Farmers BarSun 11 Oct, 9am

    An easy to moderate countryside walk of up to three hours from Mġarr with the Ramblers' Association of Malta. Guests are welcome.

  • Showcasing Tomorrow's Performers

    Teatru Astra, VictoriaSun 11 Oct, 7pmFree entry

    Students of the La Stella School of Music play alongside the newest members of the La Stella Band at Teatru Astra. Entry is free.

  • Conservation Workshops at Torri Mamo

    Torri Mamo, Marsaskala12, 13, 14, 15, 16 Oct, 3pm

    A week of afternoon conservation workshops at Torri Mamo in Marsaskala, run by Din l-Art Ħelwa from Monday to Friday.

  • Monday Games Night and Welcome Party

    The Room by Jungle Joy, Spinola Park, St Julian's12, 19, 26 Oct, 7:30pm

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

  • Galea Cavallazzi plays Mozart and Beethoven

    Mediterranean Conference Centre, VallettaTue 13 Oct, 7pm

    A one-hour piano recital of Mozart and Beethoven in La Valette Hall at the Mediterranean Conference Centre.

  • Il-Kult tal-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa: tour of the Inquisitor's Palace

    Inquisitor's Palace, BirguTue 13 Oct

    A themed Heritage Malta tour at the Inquisitor's Palace in Birgu on the devotions of Holy Week.

  • Malta Café Scientifique: More than skin deep

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaTue 13 Oct, 7pm

    An informal science evening in Studio B at Spazju Kreattiv. This session asks whether body heat can help find skin cancer.

  • Remembering Andrzej Wajda: Walesa, Man of Hope

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaTue 13 Oct, 7pm

    A screening of Andrzej Wajda's film about Lech Wałęsa and the Solidarity movement, shown in tribute to the Polish director.

  • Malta Tech Talks #12: Storage Engineering and Infrastructure 101

    Pendergardens Business Centre, St Julian'sWed 14 Oct, 6pm

    An evening of talks on storage, from local disks and filesystems to Kubernetes and the cloud, with time to meet other engineers.

  • Ramblers' walk: Munxar coast

    Meeting point: St Thomas Bay car park, MarsaskalaWed 14 Oct, 10am

    A midweek coastal walk over rough ground at Munxar, starting from St Thomas Bay, with the Ramblers' Association of Malta.

  • Sushi Roll Sip & Paint

    Alma, 132 Tower Road, SliemaWed 14 Oct, 6:30pm

    Paint along with an instructor over a sushi roll and a glass of Prosecco at Alma on Tower Road. €50, no experience needed.

  • ĊineAmbjent 2026

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta15, 18 Oct, 7pm

    Friends of the Earth Malta's environmental film festival brings three screenings to the cinema at Spazju Kreattiv, on 15 and 18 October.

  • Grand Harbour Revisited

    Notarial Archives Foundation, St Paul Street, VallettaThu 15 Oct, 10amFree entry

    Joanna Spiteri Staines talks about the changing waterfront and architectural heritage of Grand Harbour at the Notarial Archives in Valletta. Free with registration.

  • Serje ta' Taħditiet: L-Inkwiżizzjoni

    Inquisitor's Palace, BirguThu 15 Oct, and 1 more date to Thu 19 Nov

    Heritage Malta's lecture series on the Inquisition, held at the Inquisitor's Palace in Birgu on 15 October and 19 November.

  • The Thursday Social by Malta Mates

    Club Lounge, Triq Nicolò Isouard, SliemaThu 15 Oct, 7pm

    Malta Mates' weekly get-together for newcomers and locals, a few steps from the Sliema promenade.

  • Valletta Waterfront Jazz: The Great American Songbook Vol 2

    Sagrestia Vault, Valletta Waterfront, FlorianaThu 15 Oct, 7:30pm

    The Dominic Galea Trio and singer Nadine Axisa play Broadway and Hollywood standards in the Sagrestia Vault.

  • ARTi

    Teatru Manoel, Valletta16, 17, 18 Oct, 8pm

    Yasmina Reza's play Art in Maltese: three old friends fall out over an expensive, completely white painting.

  • ĊineAmbjent in Gozo: Future Council

    Xagħra Scout Group Headquarters, Triq Ta' ĦametFri 16 Oct, 6pm

    Friends of the Earth Malta screens Damon Gameau's documentary Future Council at the Xagħra scouts' headquarters. Tickets are €3.

  • GĦAXRA-OCT

    Juventutis Domus, Żejtun16, 17, 18 Oct, 7pm

    Teatru Malta stages contemporary European plays in Maltese translation at Juventutis Domus in Żejtun, with works by Marius von Mayenburg and Jon Fosse. 16 and over.

  • Il-Kelma li ma Tgħidx

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 Oct, 8pm

    A new drama in Maltese: a police inspector investigates the abuse of a 16-year-old music student, and every answer raises more questions.

  • Malta Premier League: Marsaxlokk v Birkirkara

    Victor Tedesco Stadium, ĦamrunFri 16 Oct, 8pm

    Friday night football at the Victor Tedesco Stadium in Ħamrun. Kick-off is at 20:00.

  • Rave: The Subculture

    Liquid Club, IklinFri 16 Oct, 10pm

    Electronic Music Malta celebrates the sounds and people that shaped rave culture, at Liquid Club. 18 and over.

  • The Cinemates go wine tasting

    The Marquiz Winery, Madliena, SwieqiFri 16 Oct, 6:30pm

    The Cinemates film club swaps the cinema for an evening of wine tasting at The Marquiz Winery in Madliena.

  • Afro Grills in the Park

    Hideout, Triq Martin Luther King, PembrokeSat 17 Oct, 2:30pm

    An afternoon and evening of Afro beats and grilled food at Hideout in Pembroke, running from 14:30 to 23:00.

  • Dash Berlin at UNO Malta

    UNO Malta, Ta' Qali, AttardSat 17 Oct, 10pm

    Dash Berlin headlines a Saturday night at UNO Malta in Ta' Qali.

  • Eco Market at Ġenna ta' Ġonna

    Biskuttin Gardens, Vjal ir-Re Dwardu VII, Floriana17, 18 Oct, 10amFree entry

    Eco-friendly stalls with artisan goods, food and drink set up in Biskuttin Gardens during Ġenna ta' Ġonna, Floriana's annual open day. Kids can join free painting workshops.

  • Ħamrun Chocolate Festival

    Ħamrun town centreSat 17 Oct, 6pmFree entry

    Ħamrun's local council fills the town centre with chocolate stalls, desserts, chocolate sculptures, live music and street theatre.

  • Island Knockouts

    Malta BMX Indoor Skatepark, PembrokeSat 17 Oct, 5pm

    A night of amateur and professional boxing and K1 kickboxing at the indoor skatepark in Pembroke.

  • La Traviata at Teatru tal-Opra Aurora

    Teatru tal-Opra Aurora, VictoriaSat 17 Oct, 7:30pm

    Verdi's La Traviata in a full staging at the Aurora in Victoria, marking 50 years since the opera house opened.

  • Malta Premier League: Valletta v Sliema Wanderers

    Tony Bezzina Stadium, PaolaSat 17 Oct, 3:30pm

    Two of Malta's oldest clubs meet at the Tony Bezzina Stadium at 15:30. Balzan v Żabbar St Patrick follows on the same pitch at 18:00.

  • MET Opera Live in HD: Macbeth

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaSat 17 Oct, 7pm

    Verdi's Macbeth from the Metropolitan Opera in New York, shown on the cinema screen at St James Cavalier.

  • MyOrchestra

    Hilton Malta, Portomaso, St Julian's17, 18 Oct, 8:30pm

    An orchestral concert where the audience picks the programme: every ticket holder votes on what gets played.

  • Neolitika Club Night: Bae Blade, BIIANCO

    Liquid Club, IklinSat 17 Oct, 10pm

    Neolitika opens its indoor season at Liquid Club with BIIANCO and Bae Blade.

  • OMNYA at HIVE Club

    HIVE Club, St Julian'sSat 17 Oct, 10pm

    The duo OMNYA return to Malta after more than two years for a night at HIVE in St Julian's.

  • Picnic in the 1800s at Borġ in-Nadur

    Borġ in-Nadur Prehistoric Complex, BirżebbuġaSat 17 Oct

    A family activity at the Borġ in-Nadur prehistoric complex in Birżebbuġa, themed around a nineteenth century picnic.

  • Rolex Middle Sea Race: the start

    Grand Harbour, VallettaSat 17 OctFree entry

    The fleet of the 47th Rolex Middle Sea Race leaves Grand Harbour for a 606 nautical mile lap of Sicily. Watch from the Valletta bastions.

  • Sail & Savour at Fort St Angelo

    Fort St Angelo, BirguSat 17 Oct

    A gourmet event at Fort St Angelo in Birgu, on the same day as the start of the Rolex Middle Sea Race.

  • Sailing Spectacle: Middle Sea Race viewing at Fort St Elmo

    Fort St Elmo, VallettaSat 17 Oct

    Fort St Elmo holds a special opening for watching the Rolex Middle Sea Race fleet set off from Grand Harbour.

  • Sense and Sensibility

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta17, 21, 24, 27, 29 Oct, 4pm

    A run of seven screenings of Sense and Sensibility in the cinema at Spazju Kreattiv, from 17 October to 6 November.

  • Southern Region Trek

    Torri Mamo, MarsaskalaSat 17 Oct, 2:30pm

    A Saturday afternoon trek in the south with Din l-Art Ħelwa, setting off from Torri Mamo in Marsaskala.

  • The Beatles and Beyond

    Teatru Salesjan, SliemaSat 17 Oct, 8pm

    The Rock Troupers play the Beatles catalogue and the solo years live with a string orchestra.

  • ĊineAmbjent 2026: Super Nature

    Citadel Cinema, VictoriaSun 18 Oct, 4pm

    Friends of the Earth Malta bring their environmental film festival to the Citadel Cinema with a screening of Super Nature. Tickets are €3.

  • Community Garden: Ġenna ta' Ġonna edition

    Friends of the Earth Malta community garden, FlorianaSun 18 OctFree entry

    Friends of the Earth Malta opens its community garden in Floriana for an afternoon of hands-on gardening. No experience or tools needed.

  • In Guardia at Fort St Elmo

    Fort St Elmo, Valletta18, 25 Oct

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

  • Malta Premier League: Floriana v Mosta

    Tony Bezzina Stadium, PaolaSun 18 Oct, 3:30pm

    A Sunday double-header in Paola. Hibernians host Birżebbuġa St Peter's at 15:30 and Floriana play Mosta at 18:00.

  • Ramblers' walk: Miżieb

    Meeting point: Simar Nature Reserve, Xemxija, St Paul's BaySun 18 Oct, 9:30am

    An easy walk from Simar along the Xemxija Heritage Trail to the Miżieb woodland and back through Wied il-Pwales. About two and a half hours.

  • Schloss Schönbrunn Orchestra Vienna: The Golden Age of Johann Strauss

    Mediterranean Conference Centre, VallettaSun 18 Oct, 3pm

    The Vienna orchestra plays Malta for the first time, with an afternoon and an evening performance of its Johann Strauss programme.

  • Food on the Edge

    Fort St Elmo, Valletta19, 20 Oct, 9am

    The Irish food symposium holds its first international edition at Fort St Elmo, with two days of talks, conversations and masterclasses for chefs, producers and food lovers.

  • Food on the Edge x Radio Rooftop: official closing party

    Radio Rooftop, ME Malta, St Julian'sTue 20 Oct, 7:30pm

    The symposium closes on the roof of ME Malta in St Julian's with an evening of small plates inspired by the visiting chefs.

  • Alien Earth: Evolution's Strangest Experiments

    National Museum of Natural History, MdinaWed 21 Oct

    A lecture by David Cilia at the National Museum of Natural History in Mdina.

  • JazzKlabb #12: MaracuJazz Quartet

    Teatru Salesjan, SliemaWed 21 Oct, 8pm

    A Colombian Latin jazz quartet mixing cumbia, salsa and bossa nova with improvisation at Teatru Salesjan.

  • Malta Premier League: Mosta v Valletta

    Tony Bezzina Stadium, PaolaWed 21 Oct, 6pm

    Midweek football at the Tony Bezzina Stadium. Birżebbuġa St Peter's v Marsaxlokk kicks off at 18:00 and Mosta v Valletta at 20:30.

  • The Grand Tour of the Cavalier

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaWed 21 Oct, 4pm, and 2 more dates 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.

  • Malta Premier League: Birkirkara v Floriana

    Tony Bezzina Stadium, PaolaThu 22 Oct, 6pm

    A Thursday double-header in Paola. Birkirkara face Floriana at 18:00, then Hibernians play Gżira United at 20:30.

  • Week of the Italian Language in the World: Quasi Grazia

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaThu 22 Oct, 7:30pm

    A film screening at Spazju Kreattiv for the Week of the Italian Language in the World.

  • 3rd Malta Festival of Ideas: opening concert

    National Library of Malta, VallettaFri 23 Oct, 8pm

    The Melika Saxophone Quartet play Bernstein, Grieg and more inside the National Library. Tickets are €15.

  • A Baroque Knight's Table

    Bir Mula Heritage Museum, BormlaFri 23 Oct, 7pm

    KulStoria serves a dinner on the food and feasting of the Knights of St John at Bir Mula Heritage Museum in Bormla. Seats are €120.

  • Daqqa Folk

    Qala Square23, 24, 25 Oct, 8pmFree entry

    Three free nights of music and dance in Qala Square with Maltese and visiting performers, Irish dancers among them.

  • Gozo Football League: Għajnsielem v Xagħra United

    Gozo Stadium, XewkijaFri 23 Oct, 7pm

    Friday night First Division football at Gozo Stadium in Xewkija. Kick-off is at 19:00.

  • Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2026

    Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta' Qali, Attard23, 24 Oct

    Malta hosts the Junior Eurovision Song Contest at the MFCC in Ta' Qali. The final is on Saturday 24 October, with ticketed shows from the Friday.

  • Little Shop of Horrors

    Teatru Manoel, Valletta23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31 Oct, 8pm

    Masquerade stage the musical comedy about a shy florist and a plant with a taste for blood, at Teatru Manoel.

  • Magnificat

    St John's Co-Cathedral, VallettaFri 23 Oct, 7:30pm

    The St Paul Choral Society sings 18th century Maltese sacred music by Zerafa and Azopardi in St John's Co-Cathedral.

  • Passione Italiana: Opera Arias and Neapolitan Songs

    St Augustine Priory, Old Bakery Street, VallettaFri 23 Oct, 7:30pm

    Tenor Alan Sciberras and pianist Sofia Narmania perform Puccini, Verdi, Giordano and Neapolitan favourites at the Augustinian priory in Valletta.

  • SoundArt Festival Malta 2026

    St Aloysius College Sixth Form theatre, Triq il-Kulleġġ, BirkirkaraFri 23 Oct, 6:30pm

    Two days of music and art, 23 and 24 October, at the St Aloysius College theatre. Friday night has Nomad Son, Damaged & Co., Weeping Silence and Greek guests Oathswan, alongside student art shows and a makers' market.

  • ŻfinMalta: EKI / ECHOES

    Valletta Campus Theatre23, 24 Oct, 7:30pm

    The national dance company shares a double bill with Germany's tanzmainz: two companies and twenty dancers on one stage.

  • Building Bridges: public concert

    Sir Arturo Mercieca Primary School, Fortunato Mizzi Street, VictoriaSat 24 Oct, 7:30pmFree entry

    Young musicians from Herzogenrath in Germany join the Gozo Youth Orchestra and the Gozo Junior Orchestra for a free concert after a residency of workshops and rehearsals.

  • Clarinet and Cello Recital at Teatru Astra

    Teatru Astra, VictoriaSat 24 Oct, 8pmFree entry

    Clarinettist Noel Beck and cellist Yaro play Bach, Rossini, Gounod, Hans Zimmer and Piazzolla in a free recital at Teatru Astra.

  • Fermented Vegetables for Beginners Workshop

    Salina Nature Reserve, NaxxarSat 24 Oct, 2pm

    Learn to prepare and safely ferment vegetables in a two-hour workshop at BirdLife Malta's Salina Nature Reserve. €25.

  • National Theatre Live: All My Sons (encore)

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaSat 24 Oct, 7:30pm

    Arthur Miller's family drama, filmed on stage for National Theatre Live and screened at Spazju Kreattiv.

  • Pro Wrestling Malta: Fall Brawl

    Montekristo Estate, SiġġiewiSat 24 Oct, 8pm

    Local wrestlers and visiting talent step into the ring for an evening of live professional wrestling at Montekristo Estate.

  • Reloaded V2

    UNO Malta, Ta' Qali, AttardSat 24 Oct, 9:30pm

    A disco night under the lights at TreeHaus, UNO Malta, from Flashback Promotions.

  • Strings & Ivory: cinema and classical masterpieces

    Malta Society of Arts, Palazzo de La Salle, VallettaSat 24 Oct, 7pm

    Duo La Passione play film themes and classical pieces at Palazzo de La Salle in Valletta. Tickets are about €28.

  • Togħmiet: a taste of Malta's humble table

    Tal-Kafe, St Christopher Street, VallettaSat 24 Oct, 7pm

    KulStoria cooks a dinner of Maltese cucina povera at Tal-Kafe in Valletta. There is no menu, only what is fresh that day. Seats are €95.

  • TS Rock Series: Djun

    Teatru Salesjan, SliemaSat 24 Oct, 8pm

    Maltese band Djun headline the Rock Series at Teatru Salesjan, with Bark Bark Disco opening the night.

  • Women's League: Hibernians v Valletta

    Charles Abela Stadium, MostaSat 24 Oct, 1pm

    Two women's league matches at the Charles Abela Stadium in Mosta. San Ġwann play Mġarr United at 13:00 and Hibernians meet Valletta at 15:30.

  • Żejt iż-Żejtun olive festival

    Żejtun village centreSat 24 Oct to Sun 25 Oct

    Żejtun marks the olive harvest with a cart parade, folk music and bread with new oil on Saturday evening, then a blessing of animals on Sunday morning.

  • Café del Mar Closing Party 2026

    Café del Mar Malta, Qawra, St Paul's BaySun 25 Oct, 3pm

    Café del Mar ends its season with a party from 15:00 to 01:00 on the last Sunday of October.

  • Comino Nature Walk and Bird Ringing

    Comino, boat leaves from Marfa JettySun 25 Oct, 7am

    A Sunday morning on Comino with BirdLife Malta: an easy to moderate hike, a visit to Santa Marija Tower and bird ringing up close. The boat leaves Marfa at 07:00 sharp and it costs €15.

  • Exhibition on Screen: Frida Kahlo

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaSun 25 Oct, 5pm

    An art documentary on the life and paintings of Frida Kahlo, showing in the cinema at St James Cavalier on a Sunday afternoon.

  • Explore Ta' Bistra

    Ta' Bistra Catacombs, MostaSun 25 Oct, and 2 more dates 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.

  • Let It Out to Let It In: voice and silence in Buskett

    Buskett Woods, SiġġiewiSun 25 Oct, 9:30am, and 1 more date to Sun 22 Nov

    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.

  • Malta Premier League: Valletta v Ħamrun Spartans

    Tony Bezzina Stadium, PaolaSun 25 Oct, 3:30pm

    Valletta take on Ħamrun Spartans at the Tony Bezzina Stadium in Paola. Kick-off is at 15:30 on Sunday.

  • MPO Chamber Concert: Mozart and Louis Ferdinand

    Robert Samut Hall, FlorianaSun 25 Oct, 11am

    A Sunday morning chamber concert by Malta Philharmonic players: Mozart's Kegelstatt Trio and an octet by Louis Ferdinand of Prussia.

  • Ramblers' walk: Żabbar and Cottonera

    Meeting point: main gate, Il-Park ta' San Klement, ŻabbarSun 25 Oct, 9am

    A three-hour easy to moderate walk through Żabbar and the Cottonera fortifications with the Ramblers' Association of Malta.

  • Ta' Mintna Catacombs open day

    Ta' Mintna Catacombs, MqabbaSun 25 Oct

    An open day with tours at the Ta' Mintna Catacombs in Mqabba.

  • Triathlon Series 2026: Race 4

    Salina Bay, NaxxarSun 25 Oct, 7am

    The national super sprint triathlon championship at Salina, with a sprint distance race on the same morning. Entries are open.

  • Iljieli fit-Teatru Chamberfest: Chamber Conversations

    Pjazza Teatru Rjal Greenroom, VallettaMon 26 Oct, 7:30pm

    A Monday evening of chamber music in the Greenroom at Pjazza Teatru Rjal.

  • Malta Premier League: Floriana v Żabbar St Patrick

    Tony Bezzina Stadium, PaolaMon 26 Oct, 6pm

    Monday night football in Paola. Floriana play Żabbar St Patrick at 18:00 and Mosta meet Hibernians at 20:30.

  • Gilli Apter: The Hilarious Deep Amazing Malta Comedy Show

    Malta Society of Arts, Palazzo de La Salle, VallettaTue 27 Oct, 8pm

    South African comedian Gilli Apter, seen on Netflix's Only Jokes Allowed, brings an evening of stand-up to the Malta Society of Arts.

  • The Three Palaces Festival

    Verdala Palace, Palazzo Parisio, the Grand Master's Palace and St John's Co-Cathedral, VallettaTue 27 Oct to 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.

  • The Three Palaces: Letters to a Young Poet

    Verdala Palace, SiġġiewiTue 27 Oct, 7:30pm

    Bill Barclay, David Joseph and the Carducci String Quartet perform inside Verdala Palace for The Three Palaces festival.

  • Horror Movie Quiz Night

    Railway Pub and Wine, Triq Fleur-de-Lys, BirkirkaraWed 28 Oct, 7pm

    A pub quiz for horror film fans at the Railway Pub in Birkirkara in the week of Halloween. Tickets start at €8.

  • Jum Għawdex

    Independence Square (It-Tokk), VictoriaWed 28 Oct, 6pmFree entry

    Gozo Day is marked with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Archpriest Saver Cassar memorial in Independence Square, after a Pontifical Mass at the cathedral.

  • The Three Palaces: Breakfast at Tiffany's

    Palazzo Parisio, NaxxarWed 28 Oct, 10am

    Pianist Kris Spiteri plays a morning concert at Palazzo Parisio in Naxxar for The Three Palaces festival.

  • Halloween Eco Market

    Triton Square, Floriana29, 30, 31 Oct, 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.

  • Madama Butterfly at Teatru Astra

    Teatru Astra, Victoria29, 31 Oct, 7:30pm

    A new production of Puccini's Madama Butterfly at the Astra in Victoria, back on its stage after more than a decade.

  • Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

    The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaFri 30 Oct, 7pm, and 2 more dates 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.

  • Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson

    The Phoenicia Malta, FlorianaFri 30 Oct, 9pm

    Michael Jackson's hits arranged for string quartet and played by candlelight. One hour, from €44.

  • Fredu l-Fra

    G.F. Abela Junior College, Msida30, 31 Oct, 7pm

    A Maltese-language stage comedy: Fredu decides to become a friar and turns both his home and the friary upside down.

  • G7 presents: Halloween Village 2026

    Gianpula Village, ŻebbuġFri 30 Oct, 10pm

    G7's Halloween party takes over Gianpula Village.

  • Halloween in Nadur

    Nadur SquareFri 30 Oct, 5pmFree entry

    Nadur's square turns spooky for an evening of music, games, pumpkin carving, face painting, a haunted shelter and fire spinning. Come in costume.

  • Il-Baħar Ikħal Skur

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta30, 31 Oct, 8pm

    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.

  • Rocky Horror Show

    Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta30, 31 Oct, 8:30pm

    The cult rock'n'roll musical over Halloween weekend at the Mediterranean Conference Centre. Dressing up is part of it.

  • Sleepover at the Old Prison

    The Old Prison, Cittadella, VictoriaFri 30 Oct

    A night tour and sleepover at the Old Prison in the Cittadella, Victoria, part of Heritage Malta's dark history events.

  • The Panto of the Opera

    Teatru Salesjan, Sliema30, 31 Oct, 7:30pm

    A Halloween panto in which the Phantom gets a Dame and Christine has to save Valletta's Royal Opera House.

  • Women's League: Valletta v Swieqi United

    Victor Tedesco Stadium, ĦamrunFri 30 Oct, 8:30pm

    Friday night women's football at the Victor Tedesco Stadium in Ħamrun. Kick-off is at 20:30.

  • District presents: The Warehouse Rave

    Warehouse 21, Kordin, PaolaSat 31 Oct, 10pm

    District turns Warehouse 21 in Kordin into a one-night Halloween rave. Costumes encouraged.

  • Doomsday

    Tigullio, Spinola Bay, St Julian'sSat 31 Oct, 5pm

    A Halloween party at Tigullio on Spinola Bay that runs from early evening until four in the morning. 17 and over.

  • Everybody's Talking About Jamie

    Sir Temi Zammit Hall, University of Malta, MsidaSat 31 Oct, 8pm, and 4 more dates to Sun 8 Nov

    The feel-good musical about a Sheffield teenager who wants to be a drag queen, staged at Sir Temi Zammit Hall.

  • Funerary Meals at Ta' Bistra

    Ta' Bistra Catacombs, MostaSat 31 Oct

    A Taste History event at the Ta' Bistra Catacombs in Mosta, themed on funerary meals.

  • Funkytown 80s and 90s Halloween Party

    Beachaven, Xemxija, St Paul's BaySat 31 Oct, 9:30pm

    An 80s and 90s Halloween party at Beachaven in Xemxija with Chris Funkytown and guest Pierre B.

  • Malta x Old School Vibes

    Sky Club Malta, Triq Dragunara, St Julian'sSat 31 Oct, 10pm

    Old School Vibes returns to Sky Club in St Julian's for a second Malta party on 31 October. Tickets run from about €12 to €27.

  • Pan's Labyrinth (20th anniversary 4K restoration)

    Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, VallettaSat 31 Oct, 7:30pm

    Guillermo del Toro's dark fairy tale returns to the big screen in a 4K restoration on Halloween night.

  • Sip, Paint & Unwind in Nature

    Vincent's Eco Estate, Żebbiegħ, MġarrSat 31 Oct, 3pm

    An afternoon painting session on an organic farm near Mġarr, with all materials and a glass of wine. €40.

  • The Lost Pig of the Catacombs

    St Paul's Catacombs, RabatSat 31 Oct

    A seasonal dark history event at St Paul's Catacombs in Rabat on Halloween.

  • TMYT: Għadna Żgħar

    Teatru Manoel Studio Theatre, Old Mint Street, VallettaSat 31 Oct, 6pm, and 1 more date to Sun 1 Nov

    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.

Festas in October

Festa calendar
  • Gudja, Our Lady of the RosarySun 4 Oct
  • Mellieħa, Our Lady of the RosarySun 4 Oct
  • Sliema, Our Lady of the RosarySun 4 Oct
  • Marsa, Our Lady of the RosarySat 10 Oct
  • Valletta, Our Lady of the RosarySat 10 Oct
  • Għasri, Our Lady of PatronageSun 11 Oct, Gozo
  • Sliema, St FrancisSun 11 Oct
  • Gwardamanġa, Pilgrimage of the last apparitionTue 13 Oct
  • Gudja, Our Lady of ConsolationSun 25 Oct

Night sky

  • Orionids meteor shower, darkest skies at Dwejra, GozoNight of Wed 21 Oct

Things to do in October

All ideas
  • Ghajnsielem, Comino, Large Blue Lagoon Rock, Small Blue Lagoon Rock, Cominotto, Blue Lagoon 02

    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.

  • Marsaxlokk, Sqaq St. Peter's Pool, St. Peter's Pool 15

    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.

  • Ghajn Tuffieha Bay (80472p)2

    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 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.

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