An eventful October! Here are all the events happening next month in Malta & Gozo
October is almost here and it’s looking like it’s going to be a fun and cosy month, especially with all the events that are in the pipeline.
From food festivals, operas, parties, and so much more, get ready for an eventful month! We have gathered a list of the many events and things to do in Malta and Gozo this month. So, mark your calendars with your favourites!
Music
Friday 3rd October
The Ewfonija Grand Operatic Concert
A spectacular evening celebrating the power and beauty of opera at The Grand Hotel in Mġarr, Gozo.
Minn Pjazza għal Pjazza - Il-Mosta
An evening dedicated to jazz music, paying tribute to the legendary Mosti pioneer Charles “is-City” Gatt, whose legacy continues to inspire Malta’s music scene.
Monday 6th October
Beatfest To Saturdays
Pjazza Teatru Rjal becomes synonymous with giving a platform to new talent, as the up and coming band 'To Saturdays' will be offering an eclectic rock programme within the intimate settings of the Pjazza Teatru Rjal Green Room.
Saturday 11th October
La Forza del Destino
Colin Attard directs the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, the Aurora Opera Chorus and an international cast in a new production of Giuseppe Verdi's La Forza del Destino.
October Music Festival (also on 12th October)
Two nights packed with live music, dance, good food, and big line-ups at King George V in Floriana.
Friday 17th October
Trakafest World Music Festival (runs till 19th October)
Three days of workshops, concerts, food trucks, family fun, and many more at the Indoor BMX Warehouse in Pembroke.
Saturday 18th October
Candlelight: Coldplay vs Imagine Dragons
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Malta.
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Discover the music of Hans Zimmer at The Phoenicia Malta under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Monday 20th October
Chamberfest Harp & Piano
Two of Malta’s finest chamber musicians, Caroline Calleja (harp) and Joanne Camilleri (piano), team up for this concert at Pjazza Teatru Rjal in Valletta that showcases the technical possibilities of each instrument and the distinctive sound quality of this combination of instruments.
Sunday 26th October
Ennio Morricone
An unforgettable celebration of Ennio Morricone's Oscar-winning music at the Mediterranean Conference Centre.
Exhibitions
Thursday 2nd October
Unwritten Rules: Conformity, Identity, and Freedom (runs till 30th October)
Exploring the silent forces shaping women’s lives through art and embroidery.
Friday 3rd October
Lego Exhibition - Malta 3rd edition (runs till 5th October)
Malta’s biggest LEGO® event is here – fun, creativity & bricks for all ages at Villa Lija!
Thursday 9th October
The Spaces Between Us (runs till 30th November)
Uncovering the stories and resilience within Malta’s social housing through art at Spazju Kreattiv.
Theatre & Dance
Friday 3rd October
Puerto Flamenco (also on 4th October)
Puerto Flamenco returns to Teatru Salesjan in Sliema with a brand-new flamenco experience.
Thursday 10th October
School of Rock - The Musical (runs till 12th October)
School's out... but class is officially in session at The School of Rock, staged at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta.
A View from the Bridge by Arthur Miller (also on 11th, 12th and 17th October)
Arthur Miller’s A View from the Bridge is reimagined in a striking new production by Teatru Manoel and Masquerade Malta, directed by Jean-Marc Cafa’.
Saturday 18th October
What the Dickens! The Mysterious Books
Through dazzling dance, thrilling illusion, and heart-pounding music, the stage becomes a living book - its characters colliding in a spectacular fusion of drama, romance, and redemption.
Thursday 23rd October
Tosca (also on 25th October)
An unforgettable evening of powerful music and passionate drama as Puccini's greatest masterpiece amidst breathtaking performances, soaring melodies, and Teatru Astra's iconic scenography.
Friday 24th October
The Full Monty (runs till 2nd November)
A play based on a BAFTA award-winning British film about six out of work Sheffield steelworkers with nothing to lose.
Friday 31st October
Hocus Pocus: The Pantoween (also on 1st November)
Hoi Polloi Theatre Company is bringing back the Pantoween (Halloween pantomime) to St Aloysius College Theatre in Birkirkara.
Annie The Musical (runs till 2nd November)
The sun will come out in Malta! Don’t miss the family favourite musical Annie at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta.
Festivals & Markets
Saturday 4th October
Notte Bianca 2025
Valletta will come alive for Notte Bianca, a spectacular one-night celebration of culture and creativity. The city's streets, squares, and historic venues will transform into an open-air festival, bursting with dance, theatre, visual art, and countless activities for all the family.
POPP Day Out: Autumn 2025
POPP is back for its final edition of the year on Saturday, 4th October, at Ta’ Qali National Park.
Monday 6th October
The Malta Festival of Ideas 2025 (runs till 11th October)
A week of dialogue on peace, justice & creativity.
Thursday 9th October
PLAYCON 2025 (runs till 12th October)
Four incredible days of entertainment, gaming and interactive experiences!
Sunday 12th October
Festa Ikel Malti 2025
A delicious celebration that will bring together the very best of Malta's culinary traditions!
Friday 17th October
ĊineAmbjent - Environmental Film Fest (runs till 19th October)
The festival celebrates compelling storytelling that shines a light on our planet, its people, and the urgent challenges we face today. Through a curated mix of short and feature-length films, documentaries, and local productions alongside international favourites, ĊineAmbjent aims to inspire reflection, dialogue, and action.
Saturday 18th October
International Kite & Wind Festival - 2025 (also on 19th October)
Internationally renowned kite flyers will be performing acrobatic kite tricks and routines to music and kite making workshops at San Dimitri in Għarb, Gozo.
Eco Market at Ġenna ta' Ġonna (also on 19th October)
Celebrate green living with a day full of engaging activities, learning opportunities, and free access to several of the locality's beautiful gardens.
Sunday 19th October
Festalingwi 2025
A celebration of languages for people of all ages at Valletta University Campus.
Friday 24th October
Mdina Grand Prix 2025
Malta Classic's iconic Grand Prix returns for its 15th edition.
Will you be attending any of these events?