Malta
Christmas Day in Malta
Various Locations, Malta
Family Activity
Family Activity

Christmas is a highly celebrated festivity in Malta and Gozo, both for its religious significance a well as in its more social aspect. The season is celebrated to its fullest on the Maltese Islands, with the active participation of many; Nativity scenes, displays of cribs, carol services and other events are organised in each locality.

For a very special, spiritual evening, join the congregation at St. John's Co-Cathedral in Valletta for candlelit carol singing. Other Baroque parish churches across the Islands are just as awe-inspiring during advent. Their interiors are decked out in papal crimson and altars are adorned with flowers. All churches have a calendar of events, ranging from the procession of Mary and Joseph, to streets with groups of children carol singing.

Cribs are positively everywhere, from private houses to small chapels. Visiting cribs is a popular activity at Christmastime and many locals spend time going round touring the various ‘presepju' displays. Some are very artistic and elaborate, with figures moving around mechanically and a degree of detail that comes from hours of meticulous work by dedicated craftsmen.

A Christmas highlight, which is popular for children and adults alike, is the annual pantomime held at the Manoel Theatre and other venues. It's a happy mix of good slapstick humour for children and satire for adults.

Restaurants, hotels, bars and clubs all have their own entertainment, making for an abundant choice of what to do and see.


Dates
25th December 2023 10:00
Upcoming Events
Sliema
29th & 30th September 2023

Boat party
Gzira
29th & 30th September & 1st October 2023

Festival
Valletta
29th - 30th September 2023
TOI TOI open their season in style with a trip to the Musicals.

Musical
Zebbug
30th September 2023

Concert
Valletta
30th September 2023
Pure classical guitar musical magic by Barbora Kubíková.

Classical Music
Valletta
5th, 6th & 7th October 2023
Indulge in the rich tapestry of Maltese flavours, where tradition meets innovation.

Food event
Malta
6th - 8th October 2023

Party
Valletta
7th October 2023

Family Activity
San Gwann
13th October 2023
The Creepers will be making a highly anticipated return for an unforgettable evening.

Concert
Victoria, Gozo
14th October 2023
Madama Butterfly is set to return to the Aurora in a mesmerising production

Opera
Msida
15th October 2023
Prepare yourself for a day of creativity, culture, and community!

Market
Attard
19th, 20th, 21st & 22nd October 2023

Book festival
Attard
20th October 2023
The New Victorians, who will be performing songs from acclaimed Maltese theatre productions.

Concert
Valletta
21st, 22nd, 26th, 27th, 28th & 29th October 2023
Get ready to twist and jive to the timeless tunes of the iconic GREASE The Musical at Teatru Manoel

Musical
Valletta
27th October 2023
This concert will pay homage to the late Raymond Mahoney.

Music
Siggiewi
29th October 2023
A Spooky Halloween kids and family event at Montekristo.

Halloween event
Malta & Gozo
31st October 2023
Are you ready to get spooky!?

Party
Valletta
3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th & 12th November 2023
The craziest show in town!

Comedy
Valletta
10th - 11th November 2023
Rarely performed, this is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s first venture into opera at just 11 years old

Opera
13th, 14th, 15th, 16th & 17th November 2023

Summit
Valletta
18th November 2023

Orchestra
Ta' Qali
25th November 2023
Tenors Joseph Calleja and Andrea Bocelli enchanting their audience with a Christmas spectacular.

Concert
Attard
30th November, 1st, 2nd & 3rd December 2023

Expo
Valletta
8th, 9th, 10th & 13th December 2023
A local and classic comedy, written by Mikielang Borg in the early last century

Comedy
Ghajnsielem, Gozo
13th December 2023 - 8th January 2024

Family Activity
Gozo
26th - 30th December 2023

Panto
Malta & Gozo
31st December 2023
Party the night away!

Festival
Zebbug
19th, 20th & 21st April 2024

Music