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Operas

Despite having just 30,000 inhabitants, the island of Gozo has two opera houses in Ir-Rabat , the Astra Theatre and the Aurora Opera House. Each puts on at least one fully staged opera a year, often with international soloists. Infact, this…

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Christmas, an island of joy

Christmas is a joyful time and Gozo steps up to celebrate. The town of Victoria and main village squares light up with decorations and there is a hustle and bustle around the island that heralds the festive event. Look out for beautiful choir…

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Gozo Faith & Traditions

This April, Gozo will become a hub of activities in preparation for the Good Friday processions and pageants, which provide real life re-enactments of the life and passion of Christ. The pealing of church bells on Easter Sunday on the 21st April…

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Festi

A summer trip to Gozo would not be complete without a visit to a village festa. These are held between the last weekend in May and mid-September. Each town/village holds its annual feast dedicated to its Patron Saint. A typical ‘festa’ lasts…

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Festival of Lights

When was the last time that you were truly awed? Make your way to Gozo and enjoy the crisp air as the sun sets and Ghar Ilma hill lights up in a spectacle of hundreds of flaming lanterns. The beauty of light like you have never experienced before.…

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Culture, Event, Music

Victoria International Arts Festival

For five weeks every year in June/July, Victoria joins the festival cities of the world, with artistes and ensembles from all over the world combining to leave their mark on the soul of the island. That is precisely what the Festival in the…

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The Agriculture and Industrial Show

The Agriculture and Industrial Show (known also as Il-Wirja ta’ Santa Marija) has been organized by the Gozo Agricultural, Industrial and Cultural Society since 1855. Held annually on the 14th and 15th of August, it is a showcase for local…

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Qala International Folk Festival

Now in its 14th year, the Qala International Folk Festival has developed into a colourful celebration of cultures through folk dance and music. For a whole weekend, the village of Qala is transformed into a hub of folk activities as the quaint…

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Carnival

Carnival Week is undoubtedly one of the most colourful events in the Gozitan – and Maltese – calendar. Traditionally preceding Christian Lent, Carnival provides five days of revelry with many people dressing up in colourful costumes and…

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Science in the Citadel, Sat, 27th Apr 2019

Sat, 27th Apr 2019 at 10:00am to 6:00pm The third edition of Science in the Citadel is a one-day Science extravaganza, taking place within the historic walls of the atmospheric Cittadella in Victoria. We are aiming to provide a fun and stimulating…

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The Gozo Half Marathon, Sat, 27th to Sun, 28th Apr 2019

Sat, 27th Apr 2019 at 8:30am Sun, 28th Apr 2019 at 8:30am The Gozo Half Marathon Organising Committee is proud to announce that registrations for participation in the 44th edition of the Teamsport Gozo Half Marathon are now open. The event…

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TriGozo Garmin Sprint Triathlon, Wed, 1st May 2019

Wed, 1st May 2019 at 8:00am to 12:00pm TriGozo will be hosting its first Sprint Triathlon on 1st May 2019 in the beautiful village of Marsalforn, Gozo in collaboration with Malta Triathlon Federation. This event is open to triathletes and…

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Lunchtime Concert

Sat, 6th Apr 2019 at 1:00pm to 2:00pm A lunchtime concert at the beautiful Sanctuary of Ta’ Pinu, Gozo. The concert will feature trumpeter Jason Camilleri and organist Franco Cefai. The musicians will perform work by Handel, Mouret, and Curnow…

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Saint Sinner, Sat, 6th Apr 2019 to Sun, 28th Apr 2019

Sat, 6th Apr 2019 to Sun, 28th Apr 2019 9:00am to 5:00pm everyday Our perception is often based on what we hear, see or are told.We are not always interested in finding out the truth before we decide. In this exhibition, I have explored general…

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Earth Hour 2019, Sat, 30th Mar 2019

Sat, 30th Mar 2019 at 8:30pm to 10:00pm From the land of the oldest free-standing man-made structures on Earth (pre-Pyramids), Spacelab welcomes you to join us at the Citadel on the island of Gozo (Malta) for Earth Hour 2019 where the Bastion…

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Girl- a cultural art film, Sat, 30th Mar 2019

Sat, 30th Mar 2019 at 5:30pm to 7:20pm The feature filmmaking debut from writer-director Lukas Dhont, GIRL is an extraordinarily moving coming-of-age tale about identity and the journey to becoming who you’re meant to be. Determined 15-year-old…

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Miriam Gauci Master Concert, Sat, 30th Mar 2019

Sat, 30th Mar 2019 at 11:30am LISA NEWILL-SMITH | LAURA PETIT | MICHAELA YOUNG Singers JULIA MILLER Repetiteur – USA/Belgium/Australia/Poland Ministry for Gozo Hall, Victoria This vocal recital presents select participants from the Miriam…

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Motocross Master Classes, Sat, 30th Mar 2019 to Sun, 31st Mar 2019

Sat, 30th Mar 2019 to Sun, 31st Mar 2019 Benefit from professional training and take your riding to the next level while you work your way to the front of the pack! European champions Dimitri Asmanov and Nenad Maxims will lead an intensive…

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Fri, 29th Mar 2019 to Sun, 31st Mar 2019

Fri, 29th Mar 2019 at 8:00pm to 11:00pm Sat, 30th Mar 2019 at 8:00pm to 11:00pm Sun, 31st Mar 2019 at 4:00pm to 7:00pm The all-time favourite musical by Andrew LLoyd Webber and Tim Rice will be performed three times at Teatru Astra, under…

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Lenten Chants, Fri, 29th Mar 2019

Fri, 29th Mar 2019 at 7:30pm RIGA ORTHODOX CHAMBER CHOIR BLAGOVEST ft. GAULITANUS CHOIR – Latvia/Malta Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary, Għarb Gaulitana visits this Marian Shrine to mark the titular painting’s 400th anniversary celebrations.…

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Gozo Alive, Fri, 3rd May 2019 to Sun, 5th May 2019

Fri, 3rd May 2019 to Sun, 5th May 2019 12:00am to 12:00am everyday This three-day festival is one of the most recent events to be added to Gozo’s vibrant cultural calendar. Gozo Alive is a cultural bonanza that combines the creative arts…

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Fly to Smile, Fri, 29th Mar 2019 to Sun, 31st Mar 2019

Fri, 29th Mar 2019 to Sun, 31st Mar 2019 This event will be held between 29th and 31st March in Gharb, Gozo. This three-day event will include a hot air balloon ride that at the Gharb football ground. Venue: Perit Wigi Portelli Football Ground Tel: 2156…

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Lent activities in Għajnsielem, Wed, 6th Mar 2019 to Sun, 21st Apr 2019

Wed, 6th Mar 2019 to Sun, 21st Apr 2019 12:00am to 12:00am everyday In collaboration with the Għajnsielem Local Council, Għaqda Drammatika Għajnsielem is organizing various activities throughout the Lent period. A traditional and a modern…

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Wine Tasting of Maltese & Gozitan Wines, Fri, 22nd Mar 2019

Fri, 22nd Mar 2019 at 7:30pm to 10:00pm Maldonado Bistro organises wine tasting sessions so guests enjoy the opportunity to try various Maltese and Gozitan wines. The selection consists of 8 local wines which are currently served on Maldonado…