Festivals in Malta 2026: Calendar Hub

Last updated: January 2026

Malta runs events all year, but your trip gets significantly better when you align your dates with the right festivals. This hub gives you the 2026 structure, the most important periods, and how to plan efficiently.

2026 highlights you should actually plan around

• January: Valletta Baroque Festival (high-quality cultural programme in the capital).
• February: Malta Carnival week (the biggest traditional street celebration period).
• April: Malta International Fireworks Festival period (major harbour-facing nights).
• July: Malta Jazz Festival season (summer cultural peak) and major music weeks in summer.
• Early October: Notte Bianca weekend and early-October music weekenders.
• December: Christmas season in Valletta (large public installations and family events).

How to use this calendar to plan smart

• Book accommodation earlier if your trip overlaps with peak festival weekends.
• Plan transport for event nights (late finishes + high demand).
• Expect programme changes on specific dates and lineups—confirm details close to your travel week.
• Build your week around 2 anchors: one cultural day and one big nightlife/music day.

What kind of festival experience fits you

• Culture-first: Valletta programmes, orchestral / classical seasons, museum nights.
• Music-first: summer music weeks, headline shows, weekend takeovers.
• Social-first: October and peak-summer periods where nightlife and events stack naturally.

Malta Party Vibes approach

Use Malta Party Vibes to keep your trip organised: pick the right dates, lock the best event options early where available, and build a clean plan without last-minute confusion.

This page is your 2026 structure. Once your travel dates are fixed, the next step is matching the exact weekly schedule to your week.