St Paul's Bay
Defected Malta
Various locations, St Paul's Bay
Festival
Festival

Joining Defected’s ever-expanding repertoire of events and festivals, which this year include our longest-ever 23-week Ibiza season, the award-winning Defected Croatia in Tisno and stages at events across the UK, Europe and beyond, we’re expanding into even more territories. 

Defected Malta will consist of a long weekend of day and night parties, kicking off on Friday 7th October with a full schedule of club shows, boat parties and events at unique off-the-grid locations. Every day music will run from 12pm straight through to 4am, with Defected’s renowned musical programming showcasing the very best of the label group. With stages curated by Defected, Glitterbox, Classic Music Company, Sondela and 4 To The Floor, party goers can expect household headline acts alongside the rising stars of the scene and underground names on the line-up. 

The line-up of all-star talent from across the electronic scene includes house music royalty Kerri Chandler, DJ Fat Tony, Sam Divine, Dan Shake, Chicago legend Jamie 3:26, Todd Edwards, Natasha Diggs, Shapeshifters, Gorgon City and Basement Jaxx to name a few.

Defected Malta will join the label’s ever-expanding repertoire of events and festivals, pulling in an impressive blend of talent for an unforgettable event hosted against the backdrop of white sandy beaches and crystalline waters. Venues across the weekend will include St.Paul’s Bay’s luxe beach club Café del Mar and the island’s largest multi-room venue, UNO, providing the ultimate club experience with its impressive sound system, indoor club and open-air rooms set to host partygoers until the early hours. Offering unrivalled views of the island, a host of pop-up parties at unique off-the-grid locations alongside a schedule of intimate boat parties complete the weekend’s activity, soundtracked by a line-up of house excellence. 


Dates
7th - 9th October 2022 19:00
Upcoming Events
Valletta
22nd January 2026
A talk on conservation, Ethiopia, and the charity work of DESTA, followed by refreshments.

Talk
Valletta
22nd January 2026
A public lecture examining the figure of Saint Publius as Malta’s first bishop and martyr.

Talk
Valletta
22nd January 2026
Olivier-winner Hiran Abeysekera stars in a bold and darkly funny take on Shakespeare’s Hamlet.

Theatre
Sliema
23rd January 2026
A relaxed, phone-free gathering for reading, enjoyed together in shared silence.

Reading
Ta' Xbiex
23rd January 2026
Sunta takes you on a genre-hopping, nostalgic journey through rave classics.

Music
Naxxar
23rd, 24th & 25th January 2026
An open day at Villa Mdina offering expert advice for couples planning their wedding.

Open Day
Victoria, Gozo
24th January 2026
A celebration of Gozo’s cinema heritage at the historic Aurora Theatre.

Concert
Valletta
24th January 2026
An interactive, story-led space adventure that takes audiences across the universe.

Theatre
Ta' Xbiex
24th January 2026
OXYGYN delivers indie-pop with thought-provoking lyrics, from folk roots to dark electronic sounds.

Music
Żurrieq
24th January 2026
A trek exploring Wied Fulija and nearby villages, with coastal and countryside views along the way.

Trek
Naxxar
24th January 2026
A fun day at Salina Nature Reserve learning to identify gulls through hands-on activities.

Birdwatching
St Julian's
24th January 2026
Experience the dark, groovy energy of Jumpstreet with twilight trance and psychedelic beats.

Party
Sliema
24th January 2026
A fusion of rock and baroque, featuring reworks from Bach to Pink Floyd.

Music
Rabat
25th January 2026
A car boot sale offering bargains for buyers and an easy way for sellers to clear out and cash in.

Thrifting Event
Valletta
25th January 2026
Explore Valletta’s Baroque oratories in free, first-come guided tours.

Guided Event
Valletta
29th January 2026
A recital celebrating Beethoven’s legacy and the Romantic voices he inspired.

Concert
Valletta
29th January 2026
Exploring how the Maltese language is shaping — and being shaped by — digital technology.

Workshop
Valletta
30th January 2026
A night for classical reflections!

Concert
Victoria, Gozo
31st January 2026
A night celebrating 10 years of The Travellers, alongside some of Malta’s favourite local artists.

Festival
Xlendi, Gozo
31st January 2026
A monthly dance ritual where master selectors lead uninterrupted journeys through soulful sound.

Party
San Ġwann
31st January 2026
A full-throttle Acid Night experience with raw sounds, heavy pressure and no rules at Liquid Club.

Party
Birkirkara
31st January 2026
The party where 'too much' doesn’t exist - wear the outfit you’ve been waiting to put on show.

Party
San Ġwann
31st January 2026
A storytelling adventure where children discover Maltese wildlife.

Environmental
Valletta
31st January 2026
A laid-back live session of reggae dub, looping grooves and deep, immersive vibes.

Live Music
Victoria, Gozo
31st January - 22nd March 2026
This will be the first solo show by Gozitan artist Clara Azzopardi.

Exhibition
Valletta
7th February 2026

Ball
Floriana
14th February 2026
Say it with music at a Candlelight Conert!

Concert
Victoria, Gozo
14th, 15th, 20th, 21st & 22nd March 2026
Get Ready to Make a Splash with Singin' in the Rain!

Musical
Victoria, Gozo
30th May 2026

Opera