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ŻiguŻajg Festival returns to Valletta next month! Here are some of the shows to enjoy with the little ones
From dance to visual arts to interactive story telling!

Francesca Vella

Friday 14th November to Sunday 23th November will see the 15th edition of the annual ŻiguŻajg Arts Festival for Children and Young People lighting up Valletta, with artistic productions and installations created to inspire imagination and curiosity in young ones of all ages.

This year's edition of this vibrant festival will showcase a diverse range of performances, including theatre, dance, music, films, visual arts, and interactive installations, spread across various venues in Valletta. Here are just a few of the exciting productions you can look forward to!

Chasing Rainbows (Age 0-2)

Dates: 15th, 16th, 22nd & 23rd November

An immersive journey inviting babies and toddlers on an adventure to discover the magic of colours through a giant, interactive book. 

Behind the Curtain (Age 2-10)

Dates: 16th, 20th & 23rd November

Guided by friendly theatre professionals, children will learn how scenery, props, make-up, costumes and space help shape a performance. 

Cabinet of Miracles (Age 5-7)

Dates: 14th & 15th November 

A theatrical journey inspired by Jan Amos Comenius’s Orbis Pictus, offering an imaginative introduction to life on planet Earth.

PARAMM PARAMM: Teatru u Mużika għat-tfal Bravi u l-Imqarbin (Age 5-7)

Dates: 21st-23rd November

A vibrant Maltese-language production inspired by Immanuel Mifsud’s poetry collection Paramm Paramm.

Fjamma/Flame (Age 6-9)

Dates: 20th November

A multi-sensory exhibition inviting children to rediscover ancient storytelling through immersive pods themed around the elements: wind, fire, water, earth, and space.

Uncover Discover (Age 8-10)

Dates: 23rd November

An interactive clowning and dance-theatre piece following the journey of three clowns (Bach, Ronnie, and Captain Goosebump) as they break free from social expectations and rediscover their true selves.

Sitt Ġrajjiet u Naqra Għala Spiċċajna (Kif Spiċċajna) (Age 13+)

Dates: 22nd & 23rd November

A dynamic production that blends movement, poetry, and music in a lyrical reflection on the big questions facing today’s youth.

The festival promises not only to bring entertainment and education to the little ones, but also to the child within all of us too!

Which ŻiguŻajg event will you be attending?

10th October 2025


Francesca Vella
Written by
Francesca Vella
Francesca has always felt most at home in a cinema or theatre, particularly if musicals are involved. She loves to read, write, and share about her experiences of both the fictional and the real world.

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