Activities In Malta May 2027

Embracing Malta's Charm: Events, Activities, and Rich Heritage

Date Last Updated: 30th October 2026

Malta's activities in May 2026 promise a delightful array of events, things to do, and attractions.

In this guide, we will dive into the exciting events happening throughout May, summarise the weather conditions, and curate a list of must-do activities for your holiday. We'll explore the top tourist attractions, delve into Malta's UNESCO sites, discover ideal accommodations for May, and answer frequently asked questions.

Without further ado, let's start planning your holiday to Malta in May!

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In This May Guide

✍️ Written by Albert and Benjamin Magro, Malta locals sharing practical advice from living in and exploring the Maltese Islands.

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Events in Malta in May 2027

Discover the main events taking place in Malta and Gozo this May, with confirmed dates and details clearly marked, and those still awaiting announcement.

1. SiGMA Europe Malta 2027

SiGMA Europe will return to Malta from 3 to 5 May 2027, bringing the international iGaming industry back to the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC) in Ta' Qali.

The 2027 event marks a return to the MFCC after previous editions moved to the Malta Maritime Hub in Marsa. It also marks a major calendar shift, with the Malta summit moving from the November period traditionally associated with SiGMA to a new May date.

Around 12,000 delegates are expected to attend, together with more than 400 speakers and 400 sponsors and exhibitors. The programme includes conferences, exhibitions, startup pitches, industry awards and networking events.

Details About SiGMA Europe Malta

    • Organiser: SiGMA Group
    • Venue: Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta’ Qali
    • When: Monday 3rd to Wednesday 5th May 2027
    • Times: Check the event agenda for individual sessions
    • Entry: Registration required; check the available ticket options
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2. Strawberry Festival Nadur 2027

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The Strawberry Festival in Nadur is a popular spring event in Gozo celebrating fresh local strawberries and traditional village life. Visitors can enjoy strawberry-based sweets, desserts, drinks, local products, music, and a lively family atmosphere.

It is a lovely event for anyone visiting Gozo in spring, especially those who enjoy local food, seasonal produce, and village festivals. The event is usually free to attend, and you can buy food and products at the stalls.

Strawberry Festival Nadur event details

  • Organiser: Nadur Local Council
  • Location: Nadur, Gozo
  • When: 2027 dates awaiting announcement
  • Times: To be announced
  • Entry: 2027 details to be confirmed

👉 Read our Strawberry Festival Nadur guide

3. Valletta Green Festival 2027

Valletta Green Festival at St. George's SquareValletta Green Festival

The Valletta Green Festival brings flowers, gardens and environmental activities to Malta’s capital. It is a lovely chance to explore Valletta and enjoy colourful displays in its public spaces. Locations and the programme vary between editions.

Keep the existing details box, which already says the 2027 dates, times and locations are awaiting announcement. Keep the “Read our Valletta Green Festival guide” link too.

Details About valletta Green Festival

  • Location: Valletta; exact locations to be announced
  • When: Awaiting announcement for 2027
  • Time: To be announced
  • Tickets or entry: Usually free; 2027 details to be confirmed

👉 Read our Valletta Green Festival guide

4. Mdina Medieval Festival 2027

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Medieval Mdina brings the old capital to life with costumes, historical re-enactments, music and traditional crafts. Its narrow streets and historic squares provide a special setting for the festival.

Visitors can enjoy performances and activities inspired by Malta’s medieval past, making it an interesting outing for families and anyone who enjoys history.

Details About Medieval Mdina

  • Organiser: Mdina Local Council
  • Venue: Mdina, Malta
  • When: 2027; dates awaiting confirmation
  • Times: To be announced
  • Entry: To be confirmed

👉 Read our Medieval Mdina Festival guide

  • Organiser: Heritage Malta
  • Venue: Various sites in Valletta, Malta
  • Open candlelit sites: National Museum of Archaeology, Grand Master’s Palace, MUĹ»A – The National Community Art Museum, Church of St Catherine of Italy, St John’s Co-Cathedral, Fort St Elmo and the National War Museum
  • When: Saturday 6th June 2026
  • Time: 19:00 to 00:00
  • Entry: €6 general admission. Heritage Malta members enter free of charge, but pre-booking is required.

👉 Read our Museums by Candlelight Valletta guide

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6. Valletta Concours 2027

St. George's Square Valletta filled with classic cars.Valletta Concours, St. Georges Square Valletta. © Valletta Concours

Valletta Concours brings vintage and classic cars and motorcycles to Malta’s capital. Visitors can admire carefully restored vehicles and explore their history.

The event combines a vehicle display with a judged competition, making it an interesting outing for motoring fans and anyone who enjoys classic design.

Valletta Concours event details

  • Venue: Valletta; exact location to be confirmed
  • When: Sunday 30th May 2027
  • Times: To be announced
  • Entry: 2027 details to be confirmed

The organiser confirms the date, but the exact venue, opening times and entry arrangements are not yet published.

👉 Read our Valletta Concours guide

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7. Sunny Side Festival 2027

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Sunny Side Festival brings electronic music and international DJs to Malta, with styles including house, techno and electro.

The festival combines music with outdoor parties at different locations. It suits visitors who enjoy dance music and a lively holiday atmosphere.

Details About Sunny Side Festival

  • When: 2027 dates awaiting confirmation
  • Venues: To be announced
  • Times: To be announced
  • Tickets: 2027 booking details awaiting confirmation

👉 Read our Sunny Side Festival guide

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8. Festgħana Malta 2027

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Festgħana is an annual Maltese cultural festival dedicated to għana, Malta’s traditional folk singing. The festival celebrates local music, storytelling, heritage, and live performances, helping to keep this important Maltese tradition alive.

It usually features Maltese għannejja, musicians, artisans, and cultural activities in a relaxed outdoor setting. Some parts of the festival may be free, while others may require booking. It is a great event for visitors seeking to experience authentic Maltese culture, folk music, and local traditions.

Details About Festgħana

  • Organiser: Festivals Malta
  • When: Thursday 20th to Sunday 23rd May 2027
  • Venues: To be announced
  • Times: To be announced
  • Tickets: Check the 2027 programme when available

👉 Read out our Festgħana guide

9. Triip Festival Malta 2027

TRIIP Festival brings FISHER and international DJs to Malta for days and nights of electronic music. Parties take place at different venues around the island.

It suits visitors who enjoy dance music and nightlife. Check the programme and what each ticket includes before booking.

TRIIP Festival event details

  • When: 2027 dates awaiting announcement
  • Venues: Various locations in Malta; check the 2027 programme
  • Times: To be announced
  • Tickets: Sign up for ticket release updates
Sign up for TRIIP Festival 2027 updates

10. Rong Open Air Festival Malta 2027

RONG Open Air Festival brings international trance DJs and four days of music to Malta. The programme includes open-air club events, sunset sessions, beach parties and boat parties.

With events across the island, it suits visitors planning a music and nightlife holiday. Check which parties your ticket includes before booking.

Rong Open Air Festival Malta details

  • When: Thursday 6th to Sunday 9th May 2027
  • Venues: Various locations across Malta, including UNO, CafĂ© del Mar and Little Armier Beach
  • Genre: Trance
  • Times: Check the programme for each event
  • Tickets: Paid admission; check ticket options and included events
Book your tickets for 2026

11. XXL Malta 2027

XXL Malta brings techno and electronic music to the island for four days of parties. Presented by Teletech and The Warehouse Project, it attracts visitors planning a music festival holiday.

The 2027 edition will include new venues. Check the programme and ticket inclusions before arranging your stay.

XXL Malta event details

  • Organisers: Teletech and The Warehouse Project
  • When: Thursday 20th to Sunday 23rd May 2027
  • Venues: To be announced
  • Times: To be announced
  • Tickets: Early bird allocation sold out; sign up for the next release
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12. Euphoria Malta 2027

Euphoria Malta brings trance music fans and international DJs together for a week of parties around the island. The festival continues from late May into early June.

Visitors can expect extended DJ sets and events at different locations. Check the daily programme and ticket inclusions before planning your stay.

Euphoria Malta event details

  • When: Wednesday 26th May to Tuesday 1st June 2027
  • Venues: Various locations across Malta; details awaiting announcement
  • Times: Check the individual events when announced
  • Tickets: Paid admission
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13. malta village feasts in may

May’s village feasts bring decorated streets, band marches, fireworks and religious processions to towns and villages across Malta and Gozo.

Each feast celebrates the parish’s patron saint. Visit in the evening to enjoy the lights and street celebrations, and check the programme for procession and fireworks times.

See the full list of Malta Village Feasts for May!

The 2027 feast dates are awaiting confirmation. The calendar currently lists 2026 dates.

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Get unlimited hop-on-hop-off bus rides, access to historical sites, and Captain Morgan's Grand Harbour Cruise with the Malta Pass hassle-free. You can also save money on excursions, transportation, and entry fees while learning about Malta's past.

  • Flexible 3-, 6-, or 7-day options accommodate a variety of itineraries and include open-top buses and cruises.
  • Explore over 20 historical sites and museums.
  • With unrestricted hop-on-hop-off bus access, the package includes a 12-language audio tour.
  • Take a Grand Harbour Cruise with Captain Morgan to see the finest of Malta from the water.

Weather In Malta In may

May in Malta usually brings warm days and cooler evenings, making it a good month for sightseeing, walks and outdoor meals. Pack light clothes, a light jacket and sun protection. Some rain is still possible.

Swimming depends on how comfortable you are with cooler water. The sea can still feel fresh in May, even on sunny days. Check the wind and sea conditions before choosing a beach.

See our full summary of Malta's weather in May.

Bahrija Landscape in Malta.Bahrija Malta

What To Do In Malta On Your Holiday In may

May is a good time to explore Malta’s historic towns, coastal paths and countryside. Plan a mix of sightseeing and time outdoors, with breaks during the warmer part of the day.

Explore Valletta, walk through Mdina or spend a day discovering Gozo. Choose nearby places so you can enjoy your day without too much travelling.

Things To Do In Malta In may

  • Explore Mdina’s narrow streets and St Paul’s Cathedral, then walk along the bastion walls for views across Malta’s countryside.
  • Take a Blue Grotto boat trip to see the coastal caves and clear blue water. Trips depend on the weather and sea conditions.
  • Visit the Mosta Dome, admire its impressive interior and learn about the wartime bomb that fell through the dome without exploding.
  • Walk through Birgu’s old streets, discover its small squares and historic buildings, then enjoy a walk along the waterfront.
  • Head to Paceville for nightlife, with a choice of bars, clubs and places to eat around this busy part of St Julian’s.

Things To Do In Gozo In may

  • Visit Mixta Cave for views over Ramla Bay, where the red sand, green valley, and open sea make a lovely photo backdrop.
  • Explore Dwejra’s rocky coastline and Inland Sea, taking time to enjoy the scenery around this sheltered bay and its natural tunnel.
  • Walk through Victoria’s Citadel, explore its narrow lanes and climb to the bastion walls for views across Gozo.
  • Spend some time at Daħlet Qorrot Bay, a small coastal spot known for its fishing boats and boathouses built into the rock.
  • Enjoy a coastal walk near Sannat and the Sanap Cliffs, with wide sea views. Stay well back from the cliff edges.

Things To Do In Valletta In may

  • Visit St John’s Co-Cathedral to admire its richly decorated interior, marble tombstones and paintings by Caravaggio.
  • Walk along Valletta Waterfront, where colourful doors line the historic warehouses, with places to stop for a meal or drink.
  • Take a Grand Harbour cruise from Sliema to see Valletta’s fortifications and the Three Cities from the water.
  • Spend time at the Upper Barrakka Gardens, enjoying views over Grand Harbour and the Three Cities from the shaded terraces.
  • Try the Malta 5D show, which introduces the island’s history through a short film with moving seats and special effects.

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Best Beaches In Malta For may

May can be a lovely time to spend a few hours by the sea, even if the water is too cool for swimming. Choose a beach that suits the day’s wind and sea conditions.

Golden Bay

Golden Bay Beach in Malta.

Golden Bay has a wide sandy beach backed by hills, with places nearby to eat and drink. It is a great spot to relax on the sand or enjoy the coastal views. Check conditions before swimming, as waves and currents can be strong.

St. Peter's Pool

St. Peters Pool in Malta.

St Peter’s Pool is a rocky swimming spot near Marsaxlokk, known for its natural shape and clear water. Access involves uneven ground, and getting into the sea is less easy than at a sandy beach. Enjoy the views; swim only in calm seas.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Malta

Explore Malta’s ancient temples to learn about life on the islands thousands of years ago. May is a good time to visit these outdoor sites before the hotter summer months. See more of our UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Ta' Hagrat Temples

Ta Hagrat Temples.

In the village of Mġarr, Ta’ Ħaġrat’s large stone doorways and walls offer a glimpse into Malta’s prehistoric past. This small temple site is an interesting stop on a tour of the surrounding countryside.

Hagar Qim Temples

Hagar Qim Temples in Malta.

Ħaġar Qim stands above Malta’s southern coast, with views towards the sea. Explore its ancient stone chambers and combine your visit with the nearby Mnajdra temples.

where to stay in malta during may

Choose your base based on where you want to visit. Valletta suits sightseeing and harbour ferry trips, while Sliema offers shops, restaurants and boat excursions. Mellieħa is a good option if you prefer staying near sandy beaches.

If you are coming for a festival, check its venues before booking accommodation. A hotel near one party may be far from the others, so plan how you will get back at night.

Explore our guide to where to stay in Malta, or browse the hotel guides below.

Visiting Malta in another month? Explore our April activities guide or June activities guide for more events and ideas for your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions For Activities In Malta may

Is May in Malta a good time to visit?

May suits sightseeing and time outdoors, with warm days and cooler evenings. You can enjoy coastal walks, historic towns and festivals before the busiest summer months. The sea may still feel cool for swimming.

What can I expect at a Maltese village feast?

Expect decorated streets, band marches, fireworks and religious celebrations. Each village has its own programme, with events spread over several days. Check the dates and times before travelling.

Is Malta expensive in May?

Your accommodation choice makes a big difference. Compare places to stay and book ahead, especially if your visit overlaps with a major festival. Buses, casual meals and free walks can help you manage your budget.

Is Malta busy in May?

Popular sights and festival areas can get busy, though May generally feels less crowded than July and August. Visit major attractions early and allow extra travel time on event days.

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