Malta
Malta International Arts Festival 2022
Various locations, Malta
Festival
Festival

The Malta International Arts Festival presents a multidisciplinary arts programme featuring a blend of visual arts projects, dance, theatre, and music by local and international artists.

Leġġendi

Event Dates 19 June, 26 June and 3 July 2022

Event Time 8:00pm – 9:00pm

A theatre production connecting local artists with professional actors featuring an itinerant performance inspired by regional myths and legends. This performance will be held in Maltese. The admission fee being collected will be given as a donation to Cospicua Local Council towards the Short Play Festival.

 

Harbour Odyssey

Event Date 20 June, 21 June, 27 June and 28 June 2022

Event Time 7:00pm – 8:00pm

“Harbour Odyssey” is a site-specific production, conceived and designed to take place on the front deck of a beautiful 38 metre long a two masted vessel – The Fernandes. As the schooner cruises the waters, the Grand Harbour becomes the scenography for the theatrical narrative, informed several stories that have survived the test of time. The audience joins the cast of actors and musicians to experience a collection of historical anecdotes and local legends set within the unique panoramic views of the Grand Harbour. A special thanks goes out to Liam Gauci, curator of the Malta Maritime Museum, who has supported this production with his knowledge of the harbour and its history.

 

Chaotic Harmony

Event Date 21 June 2022

Event Time 9:00pm – 10:00pm

Some of the most important composers of the 20th century have dedicated works to Italian flute virtuoso Massimo Mercelli – these include compositions by Penderecki, Gubaidulina, Glass, Nyman, Bacalov, Morricone, Galliano and Sollima among others. “Chaotic Harmony” is a music journey through the repertoire of the modern flute, accompanied by string quintet. This project connects local artists with international talent, featuring musicians from the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra. “Chaotic Harmony” also presents an interdisciplinary dimension with the participation of Moveo Dance Company presenting four new choreographies for this project. 

 

Carolina Eyck – Theramin and Voice

Event Date 22 June & 23 June 2022

Event Time 9:00pm – 10:00pm

Carolina Eyck is an internationally acclaimed performer of the distinctive “Theremin” – the only instrument in the world that is played without any physical contact. Carolina's voice and the theremin form the perfect symbiosis as she triggers live loops creating complex layers of sound.

 

Beethoven Forever

Event Date 24 June 2022

Event Time 7:00pm – 8:00pm

“Beethoven Forever” combines a full orchestra with digital animation and theatre on the Teatru Manoel stage for an entertaining journey through all of Beethoven’s 9 symphonies. This family-friendly production has been curated to present a series of symphonic excerpts performed by The Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, under the directrion of Michael Laus, accompanied by animations and illustrations that portray the narrative of each sequence.

 

Stones & Bones

Event Date 25 June 2022

Event Time 9:00pm – 10:00pm

This stunning dance-theatre production from Greece presents a narrative of human struggle through time and space, gravity and decay. The four female performers interact with large solid marble sculptures that portray a strong visual impact as well as a unique acoustic presence.

 

M.A.D. – Music and Dance

Event Date 28 June 2022

Event Time 9:00pm – 10:00pm

The third edition of “M.A.D. Music and Dance” within the framework of the Malta International Arts Festival presents a residency by dance artists Dmytro Gyrnov and Sarah Vella leading to three new choreographies set to contemporary music: “Spiegel im Spiegel” by Arvo Pärt, “Talking Drums: I. Ukom” by Joshua Uzoigwe and “Two Abstracts” by Shaun Tilburg. The programme includes other contemporary works by Christopher Muscat, Giovanni Sollima, Steve Reich, Aleksey Igudesman, David P.Jones and Chick Corea. M.A.D. connects local artists with international talent within an interdisciplinary context of music and dance. The music will be performed live featuring Alessandra Giura Longo, Rodolfo Rossi, Silvia Belfiore and Nadine Galea.

 

RITO

Event Date 29 June, 30 June 2022

Event Time 9:00pm – 10:00pm

RITO by Spanish dance company Otra Danza combines choreography with an art installation to create a complex artistic production that merges the human body with sculpture, light and sound. This performance is introduced by a recital of String Quartet No. 8 by Dmitri Shostakovich performed by Boho4 from Belgium. 

 

Sunrise Mass

Event Date 1 July 2022

Event Time 9:00pm – 10:00pm

Ola Gjeilo’s “Sunrise Mass” performed by KorMalta under the baton of choirmaster Riccardo Bianchi will be accompanied by a videodance projection portraying ŻfinMalta at Mnajdra Temples. The programme includes Krzysztof Penderecki’s striking string quartet no. 1 and Béla Bartók’s String Quartet No. 4 choreographed by Paolo Mangiola for ŻfinMalta. Both quartets are performed by Belgian string quartet “Boho4”.

 

Les Nuits Barbares Ou Les Premiers Matins Du Monde

Event Date 3 July 2022

Event Time 9:00pm – 10:00pm

Hervé Koubi present a choreographic masterpiece of contemporary dance and acrobatic stunts, that transports audiences to a mesmerising universe centred around the rich history of the Mediterranean and its surrounding cultures.


Dates
18th June to
3rd July 2022
20:00
Upcoming Events
Nadur, Gozo
31st October 2025
Celebrate Halloween in Gozo with costumes, games, music, magic, and more in the main square!

Halloween event
Għaxaq
31st October 2025
A sweet Halloween night filled with music, treats, and fun!

Halloween event
Pembroke
31st October 2025
Step into Malta’s underground for a night where dark fashion and boundary-pushing art collide.

Halloween event
Naxxar
31st October 2025
Step into the shadows of the 18th century at Palazzo Parisio this Halloween!

Halloween event
Cospicua (Bormla)
31st October 2025
Spooky vibes, tasty bites, and haunting delights - Halloween comes alive in Bormla!

Halloween event
Valletta
31st October 2025
Descend into the vault this Halloween - masks & mystery await at iċ-Ċivil’s underground party.

Halloween event
Mdina
31st October 2025
Step into Palazzo Falson’s enchanted academy this Halloween!

Halloween event
Siġġiewi
31st October 2025
Step into the shadows this Halloween for a soirée of mystery, music, and haunting elegance.

Halloween event
Santa Venera
31st October 2025
Santa Venera’s Ġnien Romeo Romano transforms into a haunted wonderland!

Halloween event
Valletta
31st October & 29th November 2025 & 17th January 2026
Unforgettable nights with Candlelight!

Concert
Floriana
31st October & 29th November 2025 & 30th January 2026
A night not to be missed!

Concert
Birkirkara
31st October & 1st November 2025
Bigger, bolder, and more magical than ever!

Panto
Valletta
31st October, 1st & 2nd November 2025
The sun will come out in Malta! Don’t miss the family favourite musical Annie.

Musical
Valletta
31st October & 2nd November 2025
Two nights, double the terror - catch 'The Descent' & 'Bat Out of Hell' this Halloween!

Halloween event
St Julian's
31st October & 1st November 2025
Two nights of pure horror cinema await this Halloween at the Horror Short Film Festival!

Halloween event
Mosta
1st November 2025
Enter the afterglow - an ethereal post-Halloween night of sound, shadow, and electric stillness.

Halloween event
Kalkara
1st - 5th November 2025
This Halloween, step into the Haunted Hospital at Esplora!

Halloween event
St Julian's
2nd November 2025
Test your horror knowledge at this spine-chilling Horror Movie Quiz!

Halloween event
Valletta
2nd November 2025
Discover the dark and untold stories of Fort St Elmo like never before.

Historical Event
Valletta
4th November 2025
Explore how Malta’s artists can balance creativity and sustainability.

Discussion
Valletta
4th November 2025 - 18th January 2026
Goya’s haunting The Disasters of War etchings arrive in Malta for the first time.

Exhibition
Valletta
5th November 2025
A poetic exploration of identity, memory, and the sea through the lens of Stef Galea.

Book Launch
Valletta
5th November 2025
Step up to the mic on Strait Street for an open-air evening of poetry, prose, and creativity.

Open Mic
Ta' Qali
5th November 2025
Malta’s illustrators come together with Valencia’s APIV to discuss community & collaboration.

Discussion
Paola
5th, 6th & 7th November 2025

Launch
Valletta
6th November 2025
A powerful Maltese drama of survival and solidarity, screening at Spazju Kreattiv.

Cinema
Valletta
6th November 2025
Experience an evening of orchestral brilliance with the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra.

Classical Music
Xemxija
7th November 2025
Get ready for chaos — Bank Punk is here, loud, fast, and unapologetically Maltese.

Music
Ta' Qali
7th November 2025
Join Booker Prize-winning author Samantha Harvey in conversation with Loranne Vella.

Talk
Valletta
7th & 9th November 2025
Valletta Early Opera Festival

Opera
Naxxar
7th, 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 21st, 22nd & 23rd November 2025
The end of the world has never been this funny!

Comedy
Sliema
7th - 9th November 2025
Experience stories of hope, strength, and resilience with Kuraġġ.

Concert
Pembroke
8th November 2025
Lose yourself in the ambient sounds of Johann Philipp Thimm beneath the trees at Hideout Pembroke.

Music
Ta' Xbiex
8th November 2025
Feel the rhythm of Latin America with Maracujazz!

Music
Mosta
8th November 2025
Four films made by four local filmmakers, making up one unmissable night celebrating Maltese cinema.

Cinema
Ta' Qali
8th November 2025
Sharpen your storytelling skills with award-winning editor Ann VanderMeer.

Workshop
Qormi
8th November 2025
Experience the magic of San Martin Festival in Ħal Qormi!

Festival
St Julian's
8th November 2025
Feel the raw energy of rock live at Tigullio, St. Julian’s — a night not to be missed!

Music
Victoria, Gozo
8th November 2025
A heartfelt tribute to archaeologist Dr David H. Trump - the man who uncovered Malta’s ancient story

Talk
Ta' Qali
8th November 2025
Step into the strange and brilliant world of Jeff VanderMeer at the Malta Book Festival.

Talk
Victoria, Gozo
8th, 9th, 15th & 16th November 2025

Musical
Żabbar
9th November 2025
Celebrate Malta’s rich folk tradition at the first edition of Festgħana fil-Lokal in Ħaż-Żabbar!

Cultural
Msida
10th November 2025
Exploring homelessness through theatre.

Theatre
Msida
12th - 14th November 2025
Explore the meaning of ‘the commons’ at the 10th edition of Engaging the Contemporary.

Conference
San Ġwann
13th November 2025
Celebrating Malta’s eco-innovators and sustainable business leaders at the GreenBiz Awards 2025.

Awards
Valletta
14th, 15th, 16th, 19th, 20th & 21st November 2025

Comedy
Sliema
15th November 2025
Discover timeless style and sustainable fashion at a vintage pop-up.

Thrifting Event

Concert
St Julian's
16th November 2025
A celebration of creativity and community!

Artisan Market
Mdina
16th November 2025
Mdina’s St Paul’s Square comes alive with classic motoring heritage.

Car Show
Valletta
17th November 2025

Concert
Sliema
19th - 22nd November 2025
Five Maltese artists explore the beauty of nature through painting, sculpture, and jewelry.

Exhibition
Naxxar
20th November 2025
Exploring the future of screen media - where creativity, collaboration, and innovation meet.

Talk
Victoria, Gozo
22nd November 2025
Gozo and Malta unite for a cinematic symphony at Teatru Astra!

Concert
Santa Venera
28th, 29th & 30th November, 5th, 6th & 7th December 2025
Borma Tbaqbaq stirs memory, myth, and Maltese identity into a powerful theatrical feast.

Theatre
Valletta
29th & 30th November 2025
Malta's Rock Choir Just Got Bigger!

Show
Rabat
5th - 14th December 2025
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Rabat’s enchanting Natalis Notabilis Market!

Christmas Market
Valletta
13th - 14th December 2025
Step into a winter wonderland this Christmas with Let It Go!

Dance
Valletta
13th - 14th December 2025
Celebrate the season with a magical live-orchestra Christmas concert!

Christmas Concert
Valletta
15th December 2025

Concert
Valletta
16th December 2025
An unforgettable Christmas memory!

Concert
Rabat
19th, 20th, 21st & 23rd December 2025
Go behind the scenes with The Travellers this Christmas at L-Aħħar Prova!

Christmas Concert
Naxxar
21st December 2025
A Christmas market like no other!

Artisan Market
Sliema
23rd, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th & 30th December 2025, 2nd, 4th & 5th January 2026
Watch out for that apple!

Theatre
Victoria, Gozo
26th - 30th December 2025
Starring the one-and-only Edward Mercieca as the fabulously outrageous Dame!

Panto
Paola
31st December 2025

New Year's Eve Event
Valletta
31st December 2025
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Valletta with John Newman, DJs, and a spectacular fireworks show!

New Year's Eve Event
Various locations
8th - 25th January 2026

Festival
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