Feast of St. Dominic

Visit Valletta and celebrate the festa with the locals

The Feast of St. Dominic is celebrated annually in Valletta in Malta. For weeks prior to the actual date, Valletta enjoys great celebrations; it's completely decorated in colourful lights, statues, festoons, drapes and other vibrant decorations. Brass band marches are happening every evening on the days prior to the festa, accompanied by aerial and ground fireworks, and several nougat stalls for you to indulge in.

On the day of the feast of Valletta, there is a procession around the streets with the titular statue of St. Dominic followed by brass bands, a crowd of devotees and more fireworks. Festas are very awaited events in Malta, you can read more information about festas, but to experience the magic of Maltese festas, make sure to visit Valletta for the feast of St. Dominic this year.