Events in Malta – October 2026

Tchaikovsky and Dvořák Season Opening Concert

Teatru Manoel hosts the inaugural performance of the freshly established De Valette Chamber Orchestra, guided by renowned violinist Carmine Lauri, marking the venue's seasonal premiere. Led by Music Director and Concertmaster Carmine Lauri's artistic vision and imaginative programming choices, th…

Teatru Manoel

Defected Malta 2026

Defected Malta makes its triumphant return for a fifth consecutive edition, bringing world-class electronic music back to the Mediterranean shores this coming October. The festival runs from October 1st through October 4th, 2026, and promises an immersive long-weekend experience celebrating conte…

Messy Cinema Mornings – The Scarecrows\' Wedding

Eden Cinemas and Play Dates Fun have joined forces to present special cinema and messy play experiences. The story follows two scarecrow characters, Betty OBarley and Harry OHay, as they prepare for their wedding day, discovering that meaningful moments matter far more than elaborate celebrations…

Eden Cinemas

Maker Faire Malta

Come experience the island's premier gathering of creators, innovators, and hands-on enthusiasts at Maker Faire Malta. Taking place October 2–4 at the Esplora Interactive Science Centre, this dynamic festival celebrates invention, technology, artistic expression, and do-it-yourself culture throug…

Esplora Interactive Science Centre

Maestrissimo

On Saturday, 4th October 2025, Teatru Manoel in Valletta will host two performances at 6pm and 10pm as part of Notte Bianca, Malta's premier annual festival celebrating arts and culture. Coordinated by Festivals Malta, this free public event transforms Valletta's streets, squares, churches, gover…

Teatru Manoel

2nd Malta Festival of Ideas ǀ Ensemble Télémaque

Four compelling compositions put the mandolin in the spotlight, each offering distinct sonic exploration. Fiorini's Fighting for Hope conveys themes of strength and positive outlook. Kerer's Fractures delves into sonorities hovering at the threshold of breaking point. Macchi's Demander à Vincent …

Teatru Manoel

2nd Malta Festival of Ideas ǀ We are all Sabir

This is an unscripted theatrical experience bringing together performers from across the Mediterranean region—including Malta, Italy, France, Greece, Turkey, and Morocco. Operating under the SABIR Project Collective banner, these artists generate spontaneous narratives that transcend linguistic a…

Teatru Manoel

Anjunadeep Malta 2026

The Anjunadeep festival makes its return to Malta in 2026 for a third consecutive year. Mark your calendars for October 8–11 and immerse yourself in four days of celebration alongside fellow Anjuna enthusiasts. Throughout the festival weekend, Anjunadeep events unfold across distinctive locations…

2nd Malta Festival of Ideas ǀ Literary Evening

"Voices Across Borders and Possibilities for Peace" A multilingual literary gathering featuring European Union Prize for Literature nominees Ilija Đurović, Lusine Kharatyan, and Iva Pezuashvili, who was awarded the prize, alongside writers Karl Schembri, Ira Melkonyan, and Noah Fabri. The evening…

Teatru Manoel

2nd Malta Festival of Ideas ǀ I am Alex – Moveo Dance Company

**English:** "I am Alex" captures a colloquial phrase meaning to see yourself as the protagonist in everyone else's life—a reflection of narcissism in contemporary society. This creation by Dorian Mallia of Moveo Dance Company examines how we view ourselves, interpersonal discord, and the search …

Teatru Manoel

2nd Malta Festival of Ideas ǀ Closing Concert – Etnika

A quarter-century has passed since Etnika emerged from an ambitious effort to resurrect Malta's neglected heritage music, uncovering dormant instruments and songs that they reimagined with contemporary vitality. This sparked widespread recognition both domestically and across the globe. Following…

Teatru Manoel

Xjenzanzjan – Science Talks for Curious Minds

Esplora Interactive Science Centre presents XjenzAnzjan, a specialized lecture series designed for mature audiences who wish to engage with contemporary scientific discoveries. The program takes place within the Planetarium Hall at Esplora, where prominent Maltese scholars address compelling issu…

Esplora Interactive Science Centre

Insara bit-Twelid, Misilmin bi Professjoni: Tahdita minn Dr Mario Xuereb

A common Maltese saying suggests that someone born in a corner will never die in a square. Yet historical reality tells a different story. During the early modern period, the Mediterranean was divided between Christian and Muslim communities who regarded one another as adversaries. It was widely …

Inquisitor's Palace

ARTi

A Maltese production of Yasmina Reza's internationally acclaimed drama Art—an incisive and engaging exploration of friendship, aesthetic preferences, and core values. The narrative unfolds when a substantial sum is spent on a monochromatic canvas by one of three close friends, leading to passiona…

Teatru Manoel

OMNYA

Following an extended absence spanning over two years, these legendary performers are touching down in Malta once again. The evening promises beloved tracks, mesmerizing soundscapes, and continuous movement on the dance floor as the sun dips below the horizon and into the late hours.

Café del Mar

The Beatles and Beyond

Bringing together live musicians alongside a full string orchestra, this show celebrates the timeless compositions and arrangements that transformed the landscape of modern music. Led by conductor Joe Brown, performers including Moira Stafrace, Lello Ebejer, Mark Spiteri and others deliver an eve…

Teatru Salesjan

Messy Cinema Mornings – The Scarecrows\' Wedding

Eden Cinemas and Play Dates Fun have joined forces to create special cinema and messy play experiences. The story features Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay, two scarecrows preparing for their wedding day. This heartwarming narrative explores how genuine connection matters far more than elaborate ce…

Eden Cinemas

Malta Artisan Market — Couvre Porte, Birgu

An artisan marketplace hosted in Birgu at Couvre Porte, featuring locally-crafted wares, artwork, gifts, and gourmet offerings created by Maltese artisans. Entry is complimentary for all visitors. Those interested in operating a stall must submit their applications by October 3rd, 2026.

Couvre Porte, Birgu

In Guardia & Fort St Elmo and the National War Museum

Witness an engaging historical performance held every Sunday at Fort St Elmo, with shows starting at 11:00 AM. 2026 Schedule October: Sundays 18th and 25th November: Sundays 1st and 15th December: Sundays 6th and 13th On these special occasions, Fort St Elmo and the National War Museum both welco…

Fort St Elmo and the National War Museum

JazzKlabb #12 - MaracuJazz Quartet

The Maracujazz Quartet brings their distinctive fusion to JazzKlabb, blending influences from across Latin America with an improvisational jazz foundation. Rooted in Colombian traditions, the ensemble weaves together Andean musical heritage, the rhythmic energy of salsa and cumbia, the smooth sop…

Teatru Salesjan

Little Shop of Horrors

Teatru Manoel and Masquerade Theatre Company bring to life Little Shop of Horrors, a critically acclaimed darkly comic musical featuring compositions by Alan Menken and words by Howard Ashman. The narrative follows Seymour, an introverted florist toiling away at a struggling establishment located…

Teatru Manoel

The Full Monty

When a BAFTA-honored British film premiered in 1997 featuring six unemployed Sheffield steelworkers with nothing to lose, it captivated audiences across the globe. Now, this beloved story returns to the stage. Oscar-winning screenwriter Simon Beaufoy has adapted his acclaimed film into a theatric…

Teatru Manoel

THE ARCHIVE

TMYT, the official youth theatre organization of Malta, unveils The Archive—an innovative, actor-centered work conceived for adolescents and emerging performers. At the heart of this narrative stands Lou, whose existence we trace from birth through death in an intimate exploration of human experi…

Teatru Manoel

SPOTLIGHT ON MUSICALS

An 18+ participatory initiative called TOI TOI NEXTGen provides both a performance platform and developmental experience for emerging vocal performers. Participants will receive individual coaching from director Chris Gatt focused on interpreting songs through performance techniques. The event hi…

Teatru Manoel

Paganini to Piazzolla

Violinists Samuel Cutajar and guitarist Kolja Gibbs showcase an eclectic selection spanning Italian baroque works, the passionate and energetic compositions of Paganini, Piazzolla's exploration of tango traditions, alongside rediscovered virtuosic works from Maltese composers Carlo Fiammino and A…

Teatru Manoel

STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT

TOI TOI NEXTGen brings together two of Malta's most romantically challenged comedians for an evening designed to entertain you while they fumble through explanations of contemporary romance. Tim and Andrew Make Out Platonically blends stand-up comedy with relationship guidance. Tim Borg, Andrew J…

Teatru Manoel

The Panto of the Opera

Building on the success of Hocus Pocus – The Pantoween (2025), Hoi Polloi Theatre Company presents an exciting new Halloween-themed musical for families that blends pantomime's theatrical flair and humor with the spooky atmosphere of Halloween, all wrapped in a touching musical theatre narrative.…

Teatru Salesjan