{"id":2203,"date":"2019-05-02T09:25:06","date_gmt":"2019-05-02T08:25:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/?p=2203"},"modified":"2020-01-02T12:58:14","modified_gmt":"2020-01-02T12:58:14","slug":"malta-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/malta-events\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Unmissable Events and Festivals in Malta for 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>More famous for its archaeological sites, diving spots and natural beauty &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/malta\">Malta<\/a> may not spring to mind when it comes to filling your event calendar. But delve a little deeper and you\u2019ll discover this Mediterranean sensation packs an almighty punch when it comes to festivals and celebrations.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Despite being one of the world\u2019s smallest countries, a plethora of events are held across its group of islands all year round. Serving locals and holidaymakers a rich feast of experiences, with something to suit all tastes, this pocket-size destination knows how to have a good time. Don\u2019t believe us? Take a look at Malta\u2019s top 5 crowd-pleasers for 2020.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Isle of MTV Malta Special<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bmi6i0nCU0z\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bmi6i0nCU0z\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Boy Kortekaas (@boythecollector)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-08-16T15:54:58+00:00\">Aug 16, 2018 at 8:54am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><b>When is it?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> TBC<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Location: <\/b>Il Fosos Square, Floriana<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kicking off <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitmalta.com\/en\/event-details\/2019-07\/malta-music-week-12590\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malta Music Week<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in style is one of the island\u2019s more modern events. Heading into its 14th year, Isle of MTV is all about bringing the world\u2019s top artists to Malta\u2019s sun-drenched shores. Previous editions have seen the likes of Lady Gaga, Maroon 5, Wiz Khalifa and Clean Bandit welcomed on its grand stage in Il Fosos Square.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2020\u2019s full line-up is yet to be confirmed but we&#8217;re sure we can expect some big names with a crowd of 10,000 mainstream music lovers. But the fun doesn\u2019t stop there! Evenings across Malta play host to an incredible variety of club nights and street concerts &#8211; serving as one big after-party.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/malta\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Malta-Holiday-Deals.jpg\" alt=\"Malta holiday deals\" width=\"580\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Malta-Holiday-Deals.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Malta-Holiday-Deals-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Malta-Holiday-Deals-310x112.jpg 310w, https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Malta-Holiday-Deals-370x134.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Best for: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Festival-goers<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Other nearby attractions:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Museum Of Archaeology<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Publius Parish Church<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Triton Fountain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Argotti Botanic Gardens<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><b>Did you know?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tickets are completely free! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, head over to the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.isleofmtv.com\/malta-music-week\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">official Isle of MTV website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and book your place at this year\u2019s event.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><b>Hotels nearby<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/la-falconeria-hotel\/675816\"><b>La Falconeria Hotel:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Situated in the heart of Valletta, and just minutes from the square,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this former townhouse has been transformed into a charming, boutique hotel. With its eye-catching urban design, modern facilities and chic rooms &#8211; you have everything you need, and more, for a stylish stay.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/grand-hotel-excelsior\/90821\"><b>Grand Hotel Excelsior:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;As one of the island\u2019s most sought-after resorts, this 5 star establishment is perfect for a Maltese escape with a touch of luxury. A lagoon-style pool, elegant spa treatments and \u00e0 la carte dining are just some of the upscale options ensured to make you feel like royalty.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/hotel-osborne\/1899\"><b>Hotel Osborne:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;A rooftop pool, complete with striking city views, is a key feature of this deluxe property. Set within Valletta\u2019s ancient walls, you\u2019re within touching distance of Malta\u2019s wealth of attractions. Rooms offer an enticing mix of homely amenities and low-key ambience, ideal for a good night\u2019s sleep.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>2. Uno Malta<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BurZ_WOHbvk\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BurZ_WOHbvk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Uno Malta (@unomalta)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2019-03-06T19:14:49+00:00\">Mar 6, 2019 at 11:14am PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><b>When is it? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All summer long <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Location: <\/b>Crafts Village, Ta&#8217; Qali<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having almost single-handedly put Malta\u2019s name of the global club scene map, Uno Malta flaunts a reputation as big as its size. Holding up to 4,000 people, there\u2019s no other way of putting it &#8211; this open-air venue is huge! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set in the heart of Ta\u2019 Qali\u2019s crafts village, this super complex is a clubber\u2019s paradise. Across its expansive terraces, lined by palm trees and beach huts, you\u2019ll find three stages hosting some of the world\u2019s biggest dance artists and four chic bars stocked full of your favourite drinks. And to round it all off, you have, of course, the pulsating energy of fellow party-goers to go with it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since opening its doors in summer 2016, this iconic venue hasn\u2019t looked back, as it continues to welcome clubbing nomads to this corner of the Mediterranean for experiences like no other. With big crowds, big hits and a big night out guaranteed, make sure you don\u2019t miss out on the action!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Best for: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Night revellers<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Other nearby attractions:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Karting at Badger Raceway<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u0120nejna Bay<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mdina Glass<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><b>Top tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Keep an eye-out on Uno Malta\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/unomalta\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook page<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for upcoming events. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to only being open in the summer, activity is low on the ground during the winter months. However, as we approach the long evenings and sun-soaked days, you\u2019ll find plenty of big-name announcements.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><b>Did you know? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite being home to less than half a million residents, Malta has become a hotspot for electronic\/house festivals in recent years. Surrounded by crystal-blue waters and with year-round sunshine on tap, it\u2019s easy to see why.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lostandfoundfestival.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lost &amp; Found Festival<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.glitchfestival.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glitch Festival<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are two of its most recognised events, both getting bigger with each passing year.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>3. The Farsons Great Beer Festival<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BmA6M57gLbd\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BmA6M57gLbd\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Farsons Beer Festival (@farsonsbeerfestival)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-08-03T10:57:48+00:00\">Aug 3, 2018 at 3:57am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><b>When is it? <\/b>TBC<\/p>\n<p><b>Location: <\/b>Ta\u2019 Qali National Park<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This long-running festival provides Malta\u2019s answer to Oktoberfest. Balmy summer nights and an ice-cold beer &#8211; these two things just go hand in hand, don\u2019t they? So it\u2019s little surprise why this event has won the hearts of the nation. Running for over 40 years now, it gets better every year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thousands will head to the national park for a serving of refreshing regional and foreign brews. With everything from lagers, pilsners, pale ales and fruit-flavoured concoctions on offer, you\u2019ll be sure to find your go-to tipple and who knows, even discover a new favourite!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As well thirst-quenching pints on tap, this outdoor meet comes up with the goods for entertainment. Supplying the best from the local music scene &#8211; with dance artists, rock bands and cover acts all on the bill &#8211; you can enjoy a merry jig to a diverse range of tunes. Spread across ten days, and completely free to enter, this celebration of all things beer is the perfect tonic for a Maltese summer getaway.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Best for: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hop heads<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Other nearby attractions:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meridiana Wine Estate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malta Aviation Museum<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ta\u2019 Qali National Football Stadium<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mosta Rotunda<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><b>Top tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Looking to woo your loved one? Look no further than Malta. Romance lingers in the air on this enchanting island, making it the ideal place for a couples retreat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a look at our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-malta-as-a-couple\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2018Things to do in Malta as a Couple\u2019<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> post for some inspiration.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><b>Hotels nearby<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/corinthia-palace-hotel-and-spa\/1848\"><b>Corinthia Palace Hotel &amp; Spa:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Surrounded by lush greenery and landscaped gardens, this luxury 5 star hotel is home to a split-level outdoor pool, elegant spa facilities and a delectable trio of gourmet restaurants. And with a central location to boot, you\u2019ll find Malta\u2019s mass of sights are at your fingertips. <\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/urban-valley-resort-and-spa\/774721\"><b>Urban Valley Resort &amp; Spa:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Showing off its sleek design and serene setting, this 4 star urban hotel puts you at the heart of the island. Stand-out features include two outdoor pools, a duo of restaurants and flashy spa. You can also enjoy unspoiled views of Wied Ghollieqa Nature Reserve from its terraces.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>4. 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What do the significant events of holy Virgin Mary\u2019s birth, the end of the Great Siege in 1565 and triumph over the Italian army in 1943 all have in common? As well as being three of Malta\u2019s most significant events, they all fell on 8th September &#8211; symbolising its colourful history and Catholic beliefs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Maltese people being a proud bunch, and you can experience it first hand on this special day. Street parties and grand feasts are held across the isles but for a true taste of what Victory Day is all about &#8211; head down to the Grand Harbour, where large crowds gather for a magnificent spectacle of long-time traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Fort St Angelo, re-enactment groups animate this historical site with shows while Mass is observed is celebrated. Meanwhile, the glistening waters beneath host the rowing regatta in the afternoon, where six teams battle it out to be crowned the best rowers on the island. Then in the evenings, the night sky is lit up by a fantastic firework display.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Best for: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Culture buffs<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Other nearby attractions:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">City Gate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. John\u2019s Co-Cathedral<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National War Museum &#8211; Fort St Elmo<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upper &amp; Lower Barrakka Gardens<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manoel Theatre<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><b>Did you know? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Across its 2,000+ year life-span, Malta has overseen 11 foreign rules.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malta finally gained independence on September 20, 1964. Of course, this momentous day was declared a national holiday and has been celebrated ever since.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><b>Top tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cAlthough one of the smallest countries across the globe, there\u2019s no shortage of Baroque landmarks and 15th century relics.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a look at our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/blog\/top-must-see-attractions-in-malta\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2018Top 10 Must-See Attractions in Malta\u2019<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for some sightseeing inspiration.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>5. Malta Classic<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BotwhBsAzMM\/\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BotwhBsAzMM\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by ACE English Malta (@aceenglishmalta)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-10-09T14:01:46+00:00\">Oct 9, 2018 at 7:01am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><b>When is it? <\/b>TBC<\/p>\n<p><b>Location: <\/b>Mdina<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mixing vintage motors and Malta\u2019s historic backdrop, this is one for the car nuts. And this year sees the festival celebrate its maiden decade since its formation. Starting in 2009, this classic meet-up started on Valletta\u2019s ring road before it was wheeled away to Mdina in 2011. And it has remained in the northern region of the island ever since.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gearheads are treated to three events over four days. Kicking off the festivities is the Thomas Smith Hill Climb, where participants race to the top of Ta\u2019 Pennellu Hill. This is followed by the Mdina Concours d\u2019Elegance, which celebrates the history and allure of the classic car. Collectors flock here to show off their prized treasures while people dressed in period costumes gives the event a truly authentic feel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saving the best for last, the Classic Grand Prix puts these remarkable machines to the test on Mdina\u2019s circuit &#8211; made up of winding streets, tight bends and uphill climbs. Across two days, drivers pit it out against each other to see who will be crowned champion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Best for: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Petrolheads<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Other nearby attractions:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mdina Gate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Paul\u2019s Cathedral<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Domvs Romana<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mdina Dungeons Museum<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St Paul\u2019s Catacombs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><b>Did you know? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Racing is not limited to land in Malta &#8211; with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rolexmiddlesearace.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rolex Middle Sea Race<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also taking place here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting from Valletta\u2019s Grand Harbour, cruisers embark on a 608 nautical mile long trip that sees them race around Sicily anti-clockwise and pass through the Strait of Messina. Over 100 teams from around 30 different countries are expected to take part in this year\u2019s event.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<blockquote><p><b>Hotels nearby<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/the-xara-palace-relais-and-chateaux\/24550\"><b>Xara Palace Realis &amp; Chateaux:<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Set inside a 17th-century building, this 5 star marvel shows off its fantastic position in Mdina\u2019s medieval citadel. Home to a fairytale-like courtyard, fine dining restaurants and intricately decorated rooms, boutique utopia has been achieved at this award-winning property. <\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadwaytravel.com\/radisson-blu-resort-and-spa-golden-sands\/1802\">Radisson Blu Resort &amp; Spa Golden Sands<\/a>:<\/strong><b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Stood right on the beach, this upscale resort boasts a location befitting of its 5 star status. There\u2019s a wealth of stand-out facilities &#8211; with four sea-facing pools, a state-of-the-art spa and no less than seven restaurants and bars &#8211; vying for your attention.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so much variety across its social calendar, there\u2019s no reason why 2020 shouldn\u2019t be the year you set your sights on this fun-loving archipelago!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>More famous for its archaeological sites, diving spots and natural beauty &#8211; Malta may not spring to mind when it&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":2204,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>5 Unmissable Events and Festivals in Malta for 2020 | Broadway Travel<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"With a social calendar packed full of events and festivals - Malta may be small but it can throw a big party! 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