Event guide
Good Friday (Malta)
Good Friday is a national public holiday in deeply Catholic Malta and the most solemn day of the year, marked by elaborate Passion processions in towns and villages across the island, with life-size statues, costumed re-enactors and biblical pageantry.
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At a glance
- Dates
- March 26, 2027
- Where
- Nationwide (processions in many towns)
- Price
- Free (public holiday)
- Official
- www.gov.mt ↗
Last updated:
What to expect
- Malta's most solemn religious day
- Elaborate Passion processions with life-size statues island-wide
- Costumed biblical re-enactors fill the streets
- National public holiday — note Easter Monday is NOT a holiday in Malta
Planning tips
- Watch processions in towns like Żejtun, Mosta, Qormi or Rabat
- Easter Sunday and Easter Monday are not public holidays in Malta
- Shops and most attractions close on Good Friday
Build a day around it
Valletta events work best when the day stays low-effort: one event block, one food stop, and one slow walk for the harbour light — with buffer. Keep it simple and the city feels more beautiful.
- If you have 2–3 hours: arrive early → event → short waterfront/viewpoint loop.
- If you’re making a full day: one landmark block + event + a calm dinner plan.
- If the weather turns: keep walking minimal and use cafés/museums as your buffer.
Before you go
- Confirm the details: check the official link for last-minute schedule or venue updates.
- Arrive with buffer: 15–30 minutes early usually makes the whole experience calmer.
- Have a weather plan: keep one indoor “warm stop” in mind in case the day turns.