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  • Things to Do in Malta This October 2026

    Things to Do in Malta This October 2026

    October is one of the busiest months of the year in Malta, with warm evenings, big festivals and an international line-up of music, sport and culture. Here’s everything worth knowing about, week by week, with dates, prices and where to get tickets.

    Early October (1-4 October)

    • Malta v Gibraltar and Malta v Andorra: UEFA Nations League at the National Stadium, Ta’ Qali, on Thursday 1 October (20:45) and Sunday 4 October (18:00). Tickets from €8: Malta v Gibraltar · Malta v Andorra · our guide.
    • Malta Classic & Mdina Grand Prix: historic cars racing beneath Mdina’s walls, 1-4 October, with the Grand Prix on 3-4 October. Tickets from €15.75 · our guide.
    • Notte Bianca: Saturday 3 October. Valletta’s free all-night arts festival celebrates its 20th edition with more than 50 projects across the city, closing with a Malta Philharmonic Orchestra concert in St George’s Square. Valletta closes to traffic from 16:30.
    • Boozy Bingo: Golden Oldies: Sunday afternoons at Gianpula from 4 October. Tickets €21.40.

    Mid October (8-18 October)

    • BLAST Slam VIII: the world’s best Dota 2 teams battle for $750,000 at BLAST Arena Studios Malta, 8-11 October. Day tickets from €10.80 · our guide.
    • VBET Malta Premier League: the league returns after the international break, 9-14 October, including Birkirkara v Valletta at Ta’ Qali on 10 October. Adult tickets €10 · fixtures and tickets.
    • Malta Comic Con 2026: comics, cosplay and gaming at the MFCC, 10-11 October. Early bird from €16.20, children 10 and under free · our guide.
    • Dash Berlin at UNO Malta: Saturday 17 October, 22:00-04:00. Tickets from €21.20 · our guide.
    • Rolex Middle Sea Race: the 47th edition of the 606-nautical-mile offshore classic starts from the Grand Harbour on Saturday 17 October. Watching from the bastions of Valletta and Birgu is free.
    • Opera in Gozo: La Traviata at the Aurora Theatre, Victoria, on 17 October (19:30), in the theatre’s 50th anniversary year; tickets through the theatre.

    Late October (23-31 October)

    • Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Malta hosts Europe’s young singers at the MFCC: Jury Final on 23 October, live Final on 24 October. Tickets from €16.20 · our guide.
    • Pro Wrestling Malta: Fall Brawl: Saturday 24 October at Montekristo Estate. Tickets from €8.64 · our guide.
    • DJ Sue’s Disco Fever: 60s, 70s and 80s classics at Tigullio, St Julian’s, on Saturday 24 October. Early bird from €10.80.
    • Three Palaces Festival: classical, contemporary and experimental music in historic palaces around Malta, 28 October to 1 November.
    • Madama Butterfly: at the Astra Theatre, Victoria, Gozo, on 29 and 31 October (19:30); tickets through the theatre.
    • Boozy Bingo Halloween Special: Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November at Gianpula; dress code Heroes & Villains. Tickets €21.40 · our guide.

    FAQ

    What’s on in Malta in October 2026?

    Highlights include Notte Bianca (3 October), BLAST Slam VIII (8-11 October), Malta Comic Con (10-11 October), the Rolex Middle Sea Race start (17 October) and the Junior Eurovision Song Contest (23-24 October).

    When is Notte Bianca 2026?

    Saturday 3 October 2026, across Valletta. It’s free to attend.

    Where can I watch the start of the Rolex Middle Sea Race?

    From the bastions around the Grand Harbour in Valletta and Birgu, on Saturday 17 October 2026, and it is free of charge.

    Which October events are free?

    Notte Bianca, watching the Rolex Middle Sea Race start, and the Malta Classic Hill Climb and Style & Elegance events are all free.

  • Halloween in Malta 2026: The Best Parties and Events

    Halloween in Malta 2026: The Best Parties and Events

    Halloween 2026 falls on a Saturday, which means a whole weekend of costumes, parties and spooky family fun across Malta and Gozo. Here are the best ways to celebrate.

    Parties

    • Boozy Bingo Halloween Special: Malta’s craziest bingo show goes super for Halloween at Gianpula Main Room: a Saturday night special on 31 October (doors 19:30) and a Sunday afternoon show on 1 November (doors 15:00). Dress code: Heroes & Villains. Tickets for 31 October · 1 November: standing €21.40 · our guide.
    • G7 presents Halloween Village: a big Halloween party across Gianpula’s Main Room and The Club House on Friday 30 October, from 22:00.

    Theatre

    • The Rocky Horror Show: the cult musical at Republic Hall, Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta, on 30 and 31 October (20:30) and 1 November (16:00). Costumes are encouraged; strictly 14+.

    Free family nights in Gozo

    • Halloween in Nadur: Friday 30 October, 17:00-21:00 in Nadur Square: pumpkin carving, face painting, a haunted shelter, fire spinning and inflatables. Free.
    • The Haunting of Blankas: Saturday 31 October, 19:00-23:00, when Ġnien Blankas in Xewkija becomes an immersive haunted attraction with live performers and effects. Free.

    For curious kids

    • Halloween at Esplora: hands-on “science meets spooky” workshops and demonstrations at Esplora, Kalkara, from 1 to 4 November.

    FAQ

    What day is Halloween in 2026?

    Saturday 31 October 2026, so most parties run on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October.

    Are there free Halloween events in Malta?

    Yes, Halloween in Nadur (30 October) and The Haunting of Blankas in Xewkija (31 October) are both free.

    What’s the dress code for Boozy Bingo’s Halloween Special?

    Heroes & Villains.

  • Boozy Bingo 2026: Golden Oldies and Pyjama Drama Dates at Gianpula

    Boozy Bingo 2026: Golden Oldies and Pyjama Drama Dates at Gianpula

    Cancel your Mondays: Boozy Bingo is back at Gianpula Main Room, and this season it’s taking over Sunday afternoons with booze, bangers and bad decisions. Think bingo turned into a party, with numbers called between sing-alongs, rave breaks, ridiculous games, iconic performances, special guests and crazy prizes.

    Golden Oldies (October to November)

    A brand-new theme: raid your nanna’s wardrobe, dust off the walking stick and grow old disgracefully, with the golden tracks of every generation, from Elvis to Dolly to ABBA and beyond. Dress code: nanniet.

    Halloween Special (31 October to 1 November)

    A Saturday night special on 31 October and a Halloween Sunday afternoon show on 1 November. Dress code: strictly Heroes & Villains · Halloween guide.

    Pyjama Drama (November to December)

    The beloved slumber party is back: grab your besties, throw on your PJs and get ready for slumber-party anthems, and the kind of drama that should probably stay in the group chat.

    Times

    • Sundays: doors 15:00, show 16:00
    • Halloween Saturday (31 October): doors 19:30, show 20:30

    Tickets

    • Standing ticket: €21.40
    • High table for 6: €128.40
    • Bench for 6: €149.80

    Prices include the booking fee. Tables and benches sell out first, and on some dates they’re already gone, so book early for groups.

    The venue

    Gianpula Main Room, at Gianpula Village near Rabat, is one of Malta’s best-known party venues, with room for up to 3,500 people across indoor and outdoor areas.

    FAQ

    When is Boozy Bingo on in 2026?

    On Sunday afternoons from 4 October to 20 December 2026 (Golden Oldies until 8 November, then Pyjama Drama), plus a Halloween Saturday night show on 31 October.

    How much are Boozy Bingo tickets?

    Standing tickets are €21.40; tables for six are €128.40 and benches for six €149.80, booking fee included.

    What time does Boozy Bingo start?

    Doors open at 15:00 and the show starts at 16:00 on Sundays.

  • VBET Malta Premier League: Fixtures and Tickets, 9-14 October

    VBET Malta Premier League: Fixtures and Tickets, 9-14 October

    The VBET Malta Premier League returns after the international break with a packed round of fixtures from Friday 9 to Wednesday 14 October 2026: including a top-four clash between Birkirkara and Valletta at Ta’ Qali.

    Fixtures and kick-off times

    Gżira United v Mosta is the rescheduled match-day-six game, postponed earlier because of bad weather, which is why both clubs have a game in hand.

    The table so far

    After six rounds of the Opening Round, Floriana and Valletta are level at the top on 13 points, with Marsaxlokk third on 11. Birkirkara, Ħamrun Spartans, Mosta and Sliema Wanderers are tightly packed on 10, and Balzan sit on 9. At the other end, Żabbar St Patrick and Hibernians have 5, Gżira United 1 and Birżebbuġa St Peter’s are still looking for their first point.

    How the season works

    Twelve teams play a single round-robin Opening Round, then split into a Top 6 and Bottom 6. Points reset for the Closing Round, which repeats the process. If one club wins both rounds they are champions outright; otherwise the title is decided in a Finalissima or Final Four. Floriana are the reigning champions, having beaten Marsaxlokk 2-1 in last season’s Final Four final.

    Tickets

    Tickets are sold by supporters’ stand, so pick your team’s side:

    • Adult: €10
    • Senior: €6

    Birkirkara v Valletta tickets are not yet on public sale. The event page shows Tickets Out Soon. For that match, children under 16 enter free (collect tickets at the booths) and concessions are €6 at the booths · match preview.

    FAQ

    When is Birkirkara v Valletta?

    Saturday 10 October 2026, kick-off 15:30, at the National Stadium in Ta’ Qali.

    How much are Malta Premier League tickets?

    €10 for adults and €6 for seniors, bought for your team’s stand.

    Who is top of the Malta Premier League?

    Floriana and Valletta are level on 13 points after six rounds, with Marsaxlokk third on 11.

    Who are the Maltese champions?

    Floriana, who won the 2025/26 title by beating Marsaxlokk 2-1 in the Final Four final.

  • Notte Bianca 2026: Valletta’s All-Night Arts Festival Turns 20

    Notte Bianca 2026: Valletta’s All-Night Arts Festival Turns 20

    Valletta’s biggest night of culture is back. Notte Bianca celebrates its 20th edition on Saturday 3 October 2026, turning the capital into one open-air arts venue from the evening into the early hours. It’s organised by Festivals Malta.

    What’s on

    This year’s programme brings more than 50 multidisciplinary projects across the city, and more than 70% of them are brand new, created specifically for Notte Bianca. The festival is spread across four main areas:

    • City Entrance
    • Castille Area: around the Auberge de Castille
    • Hastings Area
    • St George’s Area

    The closing concert

    The highlight of the night is in St George’s Square: Minn Malta, a concert by the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra celebrating Maltese music.

    Getting there and home

    • Valletta closes to vehicles from 16:30. Residents can get in by showing their ID card.
    • Valletta Ferry services to the Three Cities and Sliema run until 02:00.
    • Gozo Fast Ferry final departures: 01:30 from Mġarr and 01:45 from Valletta.
    • Plan ahead and use public transport wherever you can.

    Tips

    Wear comfortable shoes (you’ll cover a lot of Valletta on foot) and pick a few projects in each area rather than trying to see everything. Head to St George’s Square in good time for the closing concert.

    More in October

    Notte Bianca kicks off a packed month: see things to do in Malta this October, from Comic Con to Junior Eurovision.

    FAQ

    When is Notte Bianca 2026?

    Saturday 3 October 2026, from the evening into the early hours, across Valletta.

    Where is the closing concert?

    In St George’s Square, with Minn Malta by the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra.

    Is Valletta closed to cars during Notte Bianca?

    Yes, from 16:30. Residents can enter by showing their ID card; everyone else is encouraged to use public transport.

    Are there late ferries after Notte Bianca?

    Yes, Valletta Ferry runs to the Three Cities and Sliema until 02:00, and the Gozo Fast Ferry’s last departure from Valletta is at 01:45.

    Cover photo: Auberge de Castille during Notte Bianca 2025 by Continentaleurope, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

  • Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026: Where to Watch the Start from the Grand Harbour

    Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026: Where to Watch the Start from the Grand Harbour

    One of the most spectacular sights of the Maltese year is free to watch. The 47th Rolex Middle Sea Race starts from the Grand Harbour on Saturday 17 October 2026, with yachts from around the world crossing the start line against the backdrop of Valletta’s UNESCO World Heritage fortifications.

    The race

    Organised by the Royal Malta Yacht Club, the Rolex Middle Sea Race is a 606-nautical-mile offshore classic. The fleet sails an anti-clockwise loop of the central Mediterranean: from Malta up to Sicily, past the Aeolian Islands (including the active volcano of Stromboli), then the Aegadian Islands, Pantelleria and Lampedusa, before returning to the Maltese islands.

    Where to watch the start

    The whole Grand Harbour becomes a grandstand, and the best views are free:

    • Valletta’s bastions: the Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens and the area around the Siege Bell Memorial look straight down onto the start area.
    • Across the harbour: the waterfronts and fortifications of Birgu and Senglea give a view back towards Valletta, with the yachts in between.

    Arrive early to get a good spot along the walls. The classes start in waves, so there’s plenty to see once the first boats are away. Check the official race website for the start schedule on the day.

    Make a day of it

    Saturday 17 October is a big day in Malta: the same evening, trance favourite Dash Berlin plays UNO Malta, and there’s opera at the Aurora Theatre in Gozo. See things to do in Malta this October for the full month.

    FAQ

    When does the 2026 Rolex Middle Sea Race start?

    Saturday 17 October 2026, from the Grand Harbour in Valletta.

    How long is the Rolex Middle Sea Race?

    606 nautical miles, sailed anti-clockwise around Sicily and past the Aeolian and Aegadian Islands, Pantelleria and Lampedusa, back to Malta.

    Is it free to watch the start?

    Yes, the bastions around the Grand Harbour, including the Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens, are free to visit.

    Who organises the race?

    The Royal Malta Yacht Club.

    Cover photo: Middle Sea Race at the Grand Harbour by Noport, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

  • Malta Events in November 2026: Metal, Gaming, Comedy and More

    Malta Events in November 2026: Metal, Gaming, Comedy and More

    November in Malta brings some of the year’s biggest indoor events: three nights of metal, a free gaming festival, the island’s largest book fair and plenty of Sunday afternoon fun. Here’s what’s on, with dates and tickets.

    Music

    • Malta Metal Weekend: 13-15 November at Eden Arena, InterContinental Malta, St Julian’s: Kreator and Paradise Lost (Friday), Doro, Dirkschneider and Candlemass (Saturday), Europe and Vandenberg (Sunday). Day tickets €81, 3-day €216 · our guide.
    • An Afternoon with Nicko McBrain: Iron Maiden’s longtime drummer in conversation on Sunday 15 November at 15:00, part of Malta Metal Weekend.
    • The Return of the Legends: Jaycee & Terra: old-school favourites reunite at Westend Terrace, Xewkija, Gozo, on Saturday 14 November, in aid of Id-Dar tal-Providenza. Free Entry Invite.

    Gaming

    • PLAYCON 2026: Malta’s gaming and esports festival returns to the MFCC, 19-22 November, with free entry on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November and a Friday-evening Mythic Pass from €10.80. Get your ticket · our guide.
    • PLAYCON Summit 2026: the industry side of PLAYCON for gaming professionals, 18-19 November. Summit tickets.

    Comedy

    • Max Amini Live in Malta: the comedy star plays the Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta, with four shows on 21 and 22 November. All four are sold out.

    Culture and sport

    • Malta Book Festival: the 47th edition, 4-8 November at the MFCC, Ta’ Qali: author talks, workshops and family events. Free entry.
    • Malta Open & Malta Masters darts: a World Darts Federation ranking event in Tarxien, 6-8 November, with men’s, women’s and youth competitions.
    • Żurrieq Half Marathon & 10K: Sunday 15 November, starting and finishing in Żurrieq’s main square; registration closes on 1 November.

    Sunday afternoons: Boozy Bingo

    The Halloween Special closes on Sunday 1 November, Golden Oldies returns on 8 November, and the Pyjama Drama shows run on 15, 22 and 29 November at Gianpula. Standing tickets €21.40 · all the dates.

    FAQ

    What’s on in Malta in November 2026?

    Malta Metal Weekend (13-15 November), PLAYCON (19-22 November), the Malta Book Festival (4-8 November), Max Amini (21-22 November, sold out) and the Żurrieq Half Marathon (15 November) are among the highlights.

    Is PLAYCON 2026 free?

    Yes, weekend entry on 21 and 22 November is free; the Friday Mythic Pass is from €10.80.

    When is the Malta Book Festival 2026?

    4-8 November 2026 at the MFCC in Ta’ Qali, with free entry.

  • BLAST Slam VIII: Dota 2’s Best Battle for $750,000 in Malta

    BLAST Slam VIII: Dota 2’s Best Battle for $750,000 in Malta

    World-class Dota 2 is coming back to Malta. BLAST Slam VIII brings its LAN finals to BLAST Arena Studios Malta from Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 October 2026, with the best teams in the world playing in front of a live studio audience for a $750,000 prize pool.

    Sixteen teams, six finalists

    This is the biggest BLAST Slam yet, and the first with more than 12 teams. Twelve were invited: PARIVISION, Team Spirit, Team Yandex, Team Liquid, Aurora, BetBoom, 1w Team, LGD, Xtreme Gaming, OG, GamerLegion and MOUZ. Four more came through regional qualifiers: NAVI and Level UP from Europe, Yakult Brothers from China and Team Nemesis from Southeast Asia.

    The online stage (29 September to 3 October) uses four groups of four, all best-of-three, followed by a Last Chance bracket. The six survivors fly to Malta for a double-elimination bracket, finishing with a best-of-five grand final.

    What’s at stake

    The winners take $270,000, with $135,000 for second place and $95,000 for third. The history adds spice: Tundra won four Slams in a row (II to V), Team Liquid lifted Slam VI right here in Malta in February 2026, and Team Yandex took Slam VII in Copenhagen in June.

    The venue

    BLAST, the Copenhagen-based esports organiser, opened its 1,000 m² studio and operations centre in Ta’ Qali in 2025, as part of a three-year agreement with GamingMalta covering nine major events. It’s an intimate studio, so every seat is close to the action.

    Tickets

    • Thursday, Friday or Saturday: €10.80 per day
    • Sunday (finals day): €16.20
    • Weekend pass (Thursday to Sunday): €27

    Prices include the booking fee. Doors open from 13:00.

    FAQ

    When is BLAST Slam VIII in Malta?

    The LAN finals run from Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 October 2026 at BLAST Arena Studios Malta in Ta’ Qali.

    How much is the prize pool?

    $750,000 in total, with $270,000 for the champions.

    Which teams are playing in Malta?

    The six LAN finalists are decided in the online stage, which ends on 3 October. Sixteen teams entered, including Team Liquid, Team Spirit, Team Yandex, OG, NAVI and Aurora.

    How much are tickets?

    €10.80 per day Thursday to Saturday, €16.20 for Sunday, or €27 for the weekend pass.

  • Birkirkara v Valletta: Premier League Clash at the National Stadium

    Birkirkara v Valletta: Premier League Clash at the National Stadium

    The VBET Malta Premier League returns from the international break with a heavyweight fixture: Birkirkara FC v Valletta FC at the National Stadium in Ta’ Qali on Saturday 10 October 2026, kick-off 15:30.

    Two clubs with serious pedigree

    Valletta are among the most successful clubs in Maltese football, with 25 league titles: the most recent in 2018-19. They arrive with silverware already in the cabinet this season, having beaten Floriana 2-0 on 7 September to lift the BOV Super Cup for the 14th time, after winning the FA Trophy last season.

    Birkirkara, “The Stripes”, are four-time champions (2000, 2006, 2010 and 2013) and six-time FA Trophy winners, most recently in 2022-23. They play their home games at Ta’ Qali and are coached by Paul Zammit, appointed in January 2026.

    Form going into the game

    After six rounds, Valletta sit second on 13 points and Birkirkara fourth on 10, so there’s plenty riding on this one near the top of the table. Birkirkara’s season has been mixed, with wins over Gżira United and Ħamrun Spartans and defeats to Mosta and Sliema, but they returned to winning ways with a 2-0 win over Żabbar St Patrick. When the sides met last season, Valletta won 2-0.

    Tickets

    Tickets for this match are not yet on public sale. The event page shows Tickets Out Soon, so check back for release. Good to know:

    • Children under 16 enter free: their tickets are collected from the ticket booths at the entry gates.
    • Concession tickets are €6, on sale at the ticket booths.

    FAQ

    When is Birkirkara v Valletta?

    Saturday 10 October 2026, kick-off 15:30, at the National Stadium in Ta’ Qali.

    Do children need to pay?

    No, children under 16 enter free; collect their tickets at the ticket booths at the gates.

    Where can I buy tickets?

    Follow the Birkirkara v Valletta event page on Eventworks. Tickets will appear there once released.

  • Dash Berlin Returns: Trance Night at UNO Malta on 17 October

    Dash Berlin Returns: Trance Night at UNO Malta on 17 October

    One of trance music’s best-loved names is heading to Malta. Dash Berlin plays UNO Malta on Saturday 17 October 2026, from 22:00 until 04:00, presented by One Off Events & Global Dance Events.

    Who is Dash Berlin?

    Dash Berlin is a Dutch trance act from The Hague, formed in 2007 and fronted by DJ Jeffrey Sutorius. The breakthrough came with “Till the Sky Falls Down” (2007), followed by fan favourites like “Waiting” featuring Emma Hewitt and “Man on the Run”. At their peak, Dash Berlin climbed to No. 7 in the DJ Mag Top 100 in 2012.

    Why this tour matters

    After a trademark dispute, Sutorius left the project in 2018 and spent several years performing under his own name. In January 2026 a Dutch appeals court ruled he could use the Dash Berlin name again, and in July he played his first show back as Dash Berlin on the main stage at Ultra Europe in Split. For trance fans in Malta, this is a chance to hear the classics from the man behind them, under the name they were made famous by.

    The venue

    UNO Malta is a club in the Crafts Village at Ta’ Qali, in the centre of the island near Attard, easy to reach from anywhere in Malta, with the night running until 04:00.

    Tickets

    Tickets are released in batches, and the early-bird and early batches have already sold out. At the time of writing, these are available (booking fee included):

    • General Admission (third batch): €21.20
    • VIP: €58.30
    • Backstage Pass: €63.60

    Prices go up as each batch sells out, so it pays to book early.

    FAQ

    When does Dash Berlin play in Malta?

    Saturday 17 October 2026 at UNO Malta, from 22:00 to 04:00.

    How much are Dash Berlin Malta tickets?

    General Admission is currently €21.20, VIP €58.30 and the Backstage Pass €63.60, booking fee included.

    Is it the real Dash Berlin?

    Yes, it’s Jeffrey Sutorius, the DJ who fronted Dash Berlin from the start and won back the right to use the name in 2026.