The IN GUARDIA PARADE is a re-enactment that portrays an authentic event that took place regularly inside Malta’s major fortifications of the Order of St. John. The re-enactment portrays the inspection of the fort and its garrison by the Grand Bailiff of the Order of the Knights of St. John in charge of military affairs. During the re-enactment, of the…

We suggest you book a GBS from your car hire company or use google offline maps. If you have never used Google maps offline here is a goof video to learn how to do it. We suggest you practice a bit before you actually come to Malta. Driving in Right-hand drive Malta while learning how to use Google Maps offline…

VALLETTA GREEN FESTIVAL  04/05/2018 – 06/05/2018 This highly-anticipated three-day event transforms one of the largest open spaces in Valletta, Pjazza San Ġorġ, through the introduction of an ‘infjorata’ – a floral carpet composed of some 80,000 seasonal flowering plants. Throughout the Valletta Green Festival, a varied programme of events will also explore the theme of environmental sustainability from multiple angles,…

MALTA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 2018  15/04/2018 – 01/05/2018 In April 2018 the European Foundation for Support of Culture (EUFSC) in collaboration with the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra will be presenting the Malta International Music Festival 2018, being held as part of Valletta 2018 – European Capital of Culture. Patrons will have the opportunity to attend a two weeks’ intense and varied programme…

GOOD FRIDAY  30/03/2018 Good Friday and Easter are celebrated in Malta in a liturgical and ceremonially prominent manner. On Palm Sunday, one week before Easter, one may assist to the liturgical rites that usher in Holy Week. On Thursday evening and Friday morning, churches have their paintings draped over in purple or black velvet. The Maltese folk turn out in…