October and November on the Maltese Islands are a brilliant time, bringing the capital to life with various events for all the family to enjoy. Festivals Malta is one of the organisations that ensure culture, entertainment and heritage on the Maltese Islands are showcased in the best way possible. And these upcoming events of theirs hit the nail on the head!
Notte Bianca
Enjoy a night under the stars in Valletta, which will come to life for one night only on the 5th October. Notte Bianca is a much-awaited annual event and is considered to be Malta’s biggest arts and culture festival. It’s a celebration of local culture and heritage and is perfect for all ages, open to the public free of charge.
Notte Bianca is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of extended hours of historical museums, glorious palaces, magnificent churches, private buildings, and even auberges. Walk into the history-laden parts of the city to learn all about the civilisations that once governed our islands, centuries ago.
The capital’s streets will come to life and public spaces will be used as performance spaces and visual art exhibitions in unique and innovative ways, entertaining the public during this one-night-only event.
Various local arts, crafts, souvenirs and produce will be displayed and on sale throughout the grid-like streets at various stalls. Traditional wares and souvenirs will be up for grabs such as gorgeous filigree, handmade candles and bizzilla.
The Three Palaces Festival
As we welcome in November, locals have got another festival to look forward to. The Three Palaces Festival is next, being held between 1st and 10th November in the capital. The week-long festival is jam-packed with performances all set in the magnificent buildings situated in Valletta.
The Three Palaces Festival is an important appointment in Malta’s cultural calendar, shining a light on the extraordinary musicians and composers, both on the island and internationally. Renowned artists and musicians will be putting on a spectacular show within the magnificent setting of three of Malta’s historical Baroque palaces, together with the National Museum of Archaeology in the capital.
All the palaces part of this festival have welcomed and hosted various dignitatries over the years. During the 10 days of the festival, they will continue to play an important role – bringing people from all walks of life together to experience music like no other.
The festival attracts lovers of jazz, classical and modern music and promises audiences and unforgettable evening full of melodies, culture and history in some of the most magnificent buildings on our islands.
Will you be heading to these festivals?