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Malta boasts of an events calendar featuring an eclectic blend of local and international entertainment, exhibitions, festivals and feasts.Whatever your particular area of interest may be, you are sure to find activities which will appeal to you. Choose from performances by international contemporary music stars, classical music concerts and jazz festivals, amongst many others. Malta's vibrant performing arts scene also offers a surprisingly diverse repertoire of theatre, opera, and dance. Moreover, the Maltese islands play host to an exciting array of international sporting events. If you are looking for an authentic Maltese experience, then look out for traditional events such as our village festas, Carnival and Holy Week celebrations. The Maltese are amongst the warmest people you will find in the Mediterranean. With our desire to enjoy life, we will be more than happy to have you share in our fun and joy!TRANSCRIPT
THE MALTESE ISLANDSA DESTINATION FOR ALL SEASONS
- EVENTS CALENDAR 2016 -
3WELCOME TO MALTA FROM THE CEO
Dear Guest,
The Mediterranean is a destination in itself that lures millions of
visitors to its shores. One would think that choosing a destination in a
Mediterranean country where to spend some time, whether for business
or leisure, would be simply based on how much sun, sea and sand one
will find. In the case of Malta, this is simply not so.
Whether one wants to enjoy a break from the usual hectic lifestyle at
home, or whether preparing an incentive trip for business associates,
the discerning traveller will be willing to choose a destination where
his mind can be at ease and at the same time be stimulated by pleasant
experiences. It is indeed for this reason that many choose Malta as their
next destination, whether for business or pleasure. Perusing through this
booklet you shall get to know of a multitude of events that take place in
Malta throughout the year. Malta is a destination where you will want to
join in the fun that goes on, on any given day of the year.
Most of the events are held because the Maltese have a passion for life.
From local and parochial feasts that celebrate their patron saints, or national
festivals, such as carnival, to festivals and sporting events of international
repute, the choice is vast. At any given time, one may be assured of high
quality entertainment for all tastes and dierent age groups. The variety and
diversity of so many events is dicult to explain in this introduction, but this
is exactly why we have prepared this directory for you, listing 250 events that
will take place throughout the year.
For whichever reason you may want to visit Malta, I augur that you shall
enjoy your stay and return to your home country with happy memories
of a great experience, having spent a good time amongst friendly and
hospitable people.
Wish you a pleasant stay.
Paul Bugeja
Chief Executive
Malta Tourism Authority
In order to obtain more up to date information on the events listed you may wish to check the events pages of the Malta Tourism Authoritys website: http://www.visitmalta.com/en/events
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5TABLE OF CONTENTS
03 Welcome from the CEO
06 - 11 January
12 - 15 February
16 - 19 March
20 - 23 April
24 - 27 May
28 - 31 June
32 - 35 July
36 - 39 August
40 - 43 September
44 - 47 October
48 - 51 November
52 - 55 December
57 Feast of St Pauls Shipwreck
58 Carnival
59 Good Friday and Easter
60 L-Imnarja
61 Santa Maria
62 - 63 Village Festas
64 - 65 National holidays
66 - 67 In Guardia
68 - 71 Index of events
72 - 73 Index of feasts
74 Calendar of events 2017
6JANUARY 2016THE LIST OF EVENTS FOR THE MONTH
DATE EVENT VENUE DATE EVENT VENUE
04.12-10.01
Malta Photographic Societys 50th Anniversary Exhibition
Spazju Kreattiv St James Cavalier, Valletta
02.01 Robin Hood - A Pantomime Manoel Theatre, Valletta
02.01 Kenneth Branagh Company in Cinema - The Winter`s Tale
Spazju Kreattiv St James Cavalier, Valletta
03.01 Treasure Island - A Pantomime Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre, Ta Qali
03.01 New Year's Concert by the Malta Philarmonic Orchestra
Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta
03.01 In Guardia Re-enactment Fort St. Elmo, Valletta
09.01 Modern Music Days - Ballet de l'Opra-Thtre de Metz Mtropole
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
09.01 Bolshoi Ballet in Cinema - The Lady of the Camellias
Spazju Kreattiv St James Cavalier, Valletta
10.01 The Great Russian Nutcracker, Moscow Ballet
Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta
10.01 Malta Philharmonic Orchestra Chamber Music Series Concert 2
Robert Samut Hall, Floriana
15.01 Music between Friends : A Schubert Evening
Mediterranean Conference Centre, Temi Zammit Hall, Valletta
16.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Bach's Musical Oering performed by Le Concert des Nations withJordi Savall
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
17.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Bachs Sonatas for violin & piano
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
17.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - 'Baroque Treasure Hunt for the Family'
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
17.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Unitate Melos
Ta' iezu Church, St Johns Street, Valletta
17.01 Metropolitan Opera in Cinema - Il Trovatore
Spazju Kreattiv St James Cavalier, Valletta
18.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Bonaventura Rubino Messa de Morti a` 5 Concertata
Jesuits Church, Merchants Street, Valletta
19.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Goldberg Variations
Bibliotheca (National Library), Valletta
19.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Il Spiritillo Brando
Ta' iezu Church, St Johns Street, Valletta
20.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Inspired by Baroque : Respighi, Poulenc, Gorecki, Stravinsky, Bach
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
21.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - L'Arte del Madrigale performed by La Compagnia del Madrigale
St. Nicholas Church (All Souls Church), Merchants Street, Valletta
22.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Venetian Graces by Canzona
President's Palace, Attard
23.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Roberto Cominati (Piano Concert)
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
23.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Vibe in Concert: A Musical Banquet
St.Paul's Anglican Cathedral
7DATE EVENT VENUE DATE EVENT VENUE
23.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - La Serenissima: The Italian Job
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
24.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Great Baroque Composers
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
24.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - BaroqueKid Power
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
24.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - The Four Seasons - Vivaldi, performed by La Serenissima
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
25.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival -'Du Treuer Gott'
St. Johns Co-Cathedral, Valletta
26.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Vibe Concert : Unity in Diversity
St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Valletta
27.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - The Legend of Orlando : Battles, Love & Madness
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
28.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Elements of Dance
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
29.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - The Music of Silence - The Magic of the Lute
St. Nicholas Church (All Souls Church), Merchants Street, Valletta
29.01 Changing of The Guard The Palace, St. George's Square, Valletta
29.01 Quintessence Spazju Kreattiv, St James Cavalier, Valletta
29.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Niccol Jommelli Requiem performed by Choir and Consort
Jesuits Church, Merchants Street, Valletta
30.01 Feast of the Shipwreck of St Paul St. Paul's Shipwreck Church, Valletta
30.01 The Valletta International Baroque Festival - Beatles Go Baroque
Casino Maltese, Republic Street, Valletta
30.01 Malta Philharmonic Orchestral Concert - Tchaikovsky
Mediterranean Conference Centre
31.01 The Best of the Gozo Wind Band - Don Bosco Grand Concert
Rabat, Gozo
31.01 Met Opera in Cinema - Othello Spazju Kreattiv St James Cavalier, Valletta
9JANUARY 2016
16 - 30 JANUARY 2016THE VALLETTA INTERNATIONAL BAROQUE FESTIVALA celebration of the capital citys Baroque identity, the festival features
a programme of music from the era of The Order of St John. Centred
around the Manoel Theatre, one of Europes oldest theatres, the festival
extends to St Johns Co-Cathedral, the Grandmasters Palace, the
auberges, churches and other Baroque edifices that make up this city
built by gentlemen for gentlemen.
Manoel Theatre, Valletta
www.vallettabaroquefestival.com.mt
+356 2124 6389
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JANUARY 2016
03 JANUARY 2016Time: 07:30pm
02 - 04 JANUARY 2016Time: 02 & 03 January 03:00pm & 08:00pm 04 January 08:00pm
03 JANUARY 2016Time: 08:00pm
NEW YEARS CONCERTThe Malta Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Michael Laus celebrates the New Year with a concert of popular classics.
Mediterranean Conference Centre, Vallettawww.mcc.com.mt+356 2559 5750/1
Manoel Theatre, Vallettawww.teatrumanoel.com.mt+356 2124 6389
Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre, Ta Qaliwww.mfcc.com.mt+356 2141 0371/2
ROBIN HOOD - A PANTOMIMEJoin Robin Hood and his Merry Men on their adventure to defeat the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, fight the evil witch, battle the ghouls of the enchanted forest, and save the babes from certain death. Those attending will surely fall in love with Maid Marian. The Dame is played by Edward Mercieca. This years traditional Christmas Panto is packed with adventure and comedy that will leave you breathless.
TREASURE ISLAND - A PANTOMIMEThe show will feature a cast of some of Maltas theatre greats including Alan Montanaro as Long John Swagger, Jean-Pierre Busuttil as Mama Sufia, Joseph Zammit as Squire uta, Katherine Brown as Dr Shipshape, Alexander Gatesy Lewis as Jim Hawkins, Ste Thake as Salty Sue, Michael Mangion as Captain Sn