St. Patrick's Day Malta 2027

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With The Maltese The Irish Way

St. Patrick’s Day in Malta brings together Maltese locals, Irish residents and visitors for a lively celebration on 17 March. St. Julian’s is the main gathering place, with crowds around Spinola Bay and nearby bars, while other venues across Malta and Gozo hold their own events.

Planning to join in on Wednesday 17 March 2027? Below, you will find space for confirmed event announcements, along with what to expect, what to wear and practical advice for getting around.

St. Patrick's Day - 17th March

In This Guide

• When Is St. Patrick’s Day 2027?
• St. Patrick’s Day Events in Malta 2027
• Road Closures on St. Patrick’s Day
• Is St. Patrick’s Day a Public Holiday in Malta?
• Why Do the Irish Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
• How Is It Usually Celebrated and What Do People Wear?
• Do the Maltese Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
• What First-Time Visitors Should Expect
• Getting to St. Julian’s on St. Patrick’s Day
• St. Patrick’s Day Malta and the Local Community
• Sources and Further Reading

When is St. Patrick's day 2027?

• St. Patrick’s Day falls on Wednesday, 17th March 2027. People celebrate it every year on 17th March in honour of St. Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint.

St. Patrick's Events In Malta

Looking for St. Patrick’s Day events in Malta and Gozo for 2027? We’ll add confirmed celebrations here as organisers announce their programmes. Check back closer to March for venues, times and booking details.

Road Closures On St. Patrick's Day

Road closures and parking restrictions may affect St. Julian’s during the celebrations. We’ll add the 2027 arrangements here once we have an official notice.

Before travelling, check notices from St. Julian’s Local Council and Transport Malta, together with Malta Public Transport’s service updates for any bus diversions. Allow extra time to reach and leave the area.

The following roads are mentioned:

• The Shore of Spinola
• Accesses to the Shore of Spinola.
• Part of Triq Mikelang Borg (from the access of Triq il-Baltiku towards the Shore of Spinola)
• Part of Triq il-Kbira k /m Triq Mons. Guido Calleja
• Triq Gorg Borg Olivier (from where City of London Pub heading towards Spinola Shore)
• Triq San Gorg
• Triq Ross
• Part of Triq Sant' Andrija heading towards Triq Gort and Triq San Gorg
• Triq Wied Ghomor
• Parking lot at Xatt ta Spinola (Where Tiguglio)

People Celebrating in St. Julian's

Does Malta have a public holiday?

• No, St. Patrick’s Day is not a public holiday in Malta. Wednesday 17th March 2027 is a normal working day, although some people take leave to join the celebrations.
• Even though it is a normal working day, many workers take the day off to celebrate and drink.

Why do the Irish celebrate St. Patrick’s day?

• St. Patrick’s Day honours St. Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint, who helped spread Christianity in Ireland during the fifth century. It is both a religious feast and a celebration of Irish heritage and culture.
• According to legend, St. Patrick used the three leaves of a shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. This is why the shamrock is closely associated with the day.
• Today, celebrations in Ireland and around the world include parades, music and gatherings. Many people wear green or shamrock decorations to mark the occasion.

How is it usually celebrated and what do people wear?

• In Malta, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations mainly centre on social gatherings, music and drinks, particularly in St. Julian’s. Check the event listings above for confirmed celebrations in 2027.
• Many people wear green clothing, hats or Irish-themed accessories. You do not need a costume to join in—a green shirt or a small accessory is enough.

Do the Maltese celebrate St Patrick’s day?

• Yes. Maltese people join Irish residents, other international communities and visitors to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on 17 March.
• St. Julian’s is the main gathering place, particularly around Spinola Bay and nearby bars. The area can become very crowded, with celebrations continuing into the evening. Events also take place elsewhere in Malta and Gozo, depending on each year’s programme.

What first time visitors should expect

• Expect a lively, crowded atmosphere around Spinola Bay and the nearby streets in St. Julian’s. Maltese residents and international visitors join the celebrations, making it one of the more international events in Malta.
• If you prefer a quieter celebration, choose a pub or restaurant away from the busiest gathering areas.
• Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light jacket for the evening. Arrange your journey home beforehand, allowing for possible road closures, bus diversions and busy taxi services.
• If you are meeting friends, agree on a meeting point in advance, as finding each other in the crowds can be difficult. Keep entrances and pavements clear, and use the available bins.

Getting to St. Julian’s on St. Patrick’s Day

• Plan how you will reach St. Julian’s and get home, especially if you intend to drink. Driving into the busiest celebration areas can be inconvenient because of parking restrictions and road closures.
• By bus: Check Malta Public Transport’s journey planner before travelling and look for diversion notices closer to the date. Your usual stop may be affected by temporary arrangements.
• By taxi: Allow extra time during busy periods. If streets are closed, arrange a legal pick-up point outside the main celebration area.
• On foot: If you are staying nearby, walking may be convenient. From Sliema, the seafront route through Balluta Bay leads towards Spinola Bay. Wear comfortable shoes and allow extra time around crowded areas.

• It is celebrated between the Sunday 15th to Tuesday 17th March 2026. Four great days and nights.

St Patrick’s day Malta and the local community 

• St. Julian’s is also a residential town, and large celebrations can bring noise, litter, and disruption to nearby residents. Enjoy the atmosphere while respecting those who live and work in the area.
• Use the bins provided, avoid leaving bottles or cups on doorsteps, and keep access to homes and businesses clear. When leaving late in the evening, keep noise down as you move through residential streets.

Check out more events for March 2026.

Sources and Further Reading

• Watch: 'We love to celebrate!' say revellers at packed St Patrick's Day | Times Of Malta
• St. Patrick’s Festival in Dublin, Ireland
• Top Photo From Deposit Photos

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