Valletta
Malta International Food Festival 2022
Valletta
Festival
Festival

Join us for a 5-day celebration of local and international culinary traditions, dining culture, innovation and artistry at the annual Malta International Food Festival, hosted for the first time at the capital city, Valletta! A great getaway for die-hard gourmands who are interested in sampling various international cuisines hand-prepared by over 200 international chefs!

A deliciously fun 5 days of gastronomic alfresco eating, drinking, Maltese culture, and history, and with so much to do from food tasting to live entertainment. There’s sure to be something fun for everyone in your party!

The festival has grown immensely, becoming more popular over the years, now attracting local and international attention from thousands of people. An average of 38,000 people attended the 2019 edition.

The festival is brimming with so many exciting activities. Patrons can indulge in freshly-prepared food, exquisite art displays, local culture, and of course live entertainment, hosting Malta’s finest artists who are guaranteed to give your ears and eyes something to eat as well!

Once you’ve had your fill of some of the world's finest foods, take a break and chill out in our dedicated and relaxing lounge areas. There’s even a special area just for children, having plenty of activities for your kids to dabble in. At the Malta International Food Festival, all visitors are welcome!

This year, all the fun is happening at the Capital city of Valletta, lasting for 5 days, between the 13th and 17th of July.


Dates
13th - 17th July 2022 18:00
Upcoming Events
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
29th January 2026
This presentation corrects historical inaccuracies about women’s role in Maltese photography.

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

Concert
Għajnsielem, Gozo
30th January 2026
The talk will explore the tradition, history, and culture of weaving

Talk
Ta' Xbiex
30th January 2026
Heavy bass, deep roots and serious sound system energy — Bass Culture brings the weight.

Music
San Ġwann
30th January 2026
All-female energy, rising talent and a night that invests in Malta’s music scene.

Music
Żebbuġ
30th January 2026
Live bands, vinyl classics, and the perfect soundtrack to The Garage’s fresh start.

Music
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
Valletta
31st January 2026
Experience the annual concert of the St Julian's Band

Concert
Żebbuġ
31st January 2026
A must-attend event for every metal fan ready to embrace the cold

Metal Concert
Gżira
31st January 2026
Big laughs, bold new voices, and comedy that gives back.

Comedy
Mosta
31st January 2026
Bass, candles, and a slow burn into the season’s light.

Party
Valletta
31st January, 1st & 7th February 2026
A tiny alien, a big planet, and a magical first theatre experience for little explorers.

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

Exhibition
Għargħur
6th February 2026
Family-friendly Carnival fun awaits in Ħal Għargħur with colour, games and festivities!

Carnival Event
Valletta
7th February 2026

Ball
Valletta
7th February 2026
An exclusive guided tour of Teatru Manoel for Heritage Malta members this February.

Tour
Birgu
13th February 2026
Explore Maltese wedding traditions through history, food and literature on Valentine’s Eve.

Historical Event
Various locations
13th - 17th February 2026
Malta’s Carnival brings colour, music and lively parades to Valletta, Floriana and beyond.

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

Concert
Naxxar
15th February 2026
Celebrate handmade creativity at the Carnival Market at Palazzo Parisio this February.

Carnival Event
Birgu
16th February 2026
A fun Carnival mask-making workshop for children at the Inquisitor’s Palace in Birgu.

Carnival Event
Valletta
20th, 21st, 22nd, 24th, 25th, 26th & 27th & 28th February March 2026
A sharp, fast-paced satire exploring truth, media chaos and who we trust in a noisy digital world.

Theatre
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