Such is the the joie de vivre of the Maltese
& Gozitans you can be sure there's always something happening in Victoria most weeks or at any rate within easy reach.
You may prefer to arrive and be swept along by events, drop out and chill for a few weeks, enjoying the old world charm. But
for those who wish to combine their visit with a special event, be it a concert, exhibition or festa, here's a guide to what's
on over the next few months. Do check in advance with the organisation concerned as dates may change or cancellations
occur.
20.10.08 to 31.10.08
An annual event of concerts, opera, field trips to
Gozo's temples and archaeological sites, art exhibitions & celebrations of food & drink. This year's highlight is
the appearance of Amadeo Minghi, Italian singer extraordinaire
1.11.08
Amadeo Minghi
Live in concert at the Astra theatre, Victoria. Also
featuring local artists, Ira Losco, Morena and the choir, Laudate Pueri.
1.11.08 to 23.11.08
Exhibition of ceramics and sculpture
Ministry of Gozo, Victoria.
1.12.08 to 2.1.09
Christmas!
Being an intensely catholic country, you might expect
Christmas to reflect its religious origins - and you would be right; it's a really special and moving time without descending
into schlock. So there's the nativity scenes , display of cribs, carol services all combined into a festival atmosphere. Not
to be missed!
10.1.09 to 11.1.09
Swan Lake on Ice
Performed by the world renowned Russian artists
from St. Petersburg state ballet on ice. Live at the Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta. More information my be found
at www.balletonice.com
1.3.09
Landrover Malta Marathon
This is the biggest athletic event on the island,
attracting many international participants. Some run a full marathon, others a half marathon. The course follows some stunning
architectural sites,starting from the old historic capital of Mdina. More importantly it's all down hill from there, past
Verdala Palace once occupied by the Grand Master of the Knights, ultimately finishing in Sliema. This will be my first
marathon so check out my blog as the training starts in earnest in January!
