Il-Ġirja T’Għawdex
Iċ-Ċirklu Taż-Żgħażagħ Triq It-Tmienja u Ghoxrin ta' April 1688, Ix-Xagħra
Week of Events
A Choral Proclamation
The OPERA+ Weekend opens in style – a choral concert setting the tone for three days of musical excellence. The American choir, New Hampshire Friendship Chorus, conducted by Daniel Perkins, share their ethos of promoting cross-cultural harmony reflected in a stylistically eclectic programme of works. OPERA+ Weekend: 3 days of quality events intrinsically linked to the festival Opera Production.
Club RISE
Club Rise is here! A safe, inclusive, and joyful space created especially for youths with diverse learning abilities. Club RISE celebrates individuality, encourages confidence, and supports every young person in reaching their potential. Come make new friends, explore engaging activities, build life skills, and express yourself in a supportive environment where everyone belongs. Join us and be part of something...
Shine With Music
Shine with Music offers adaptive music sessions designed especially for children on the autism spectrum, creating a safe, supportive, and joyful environment where children can express themselves, build confidence, and enjoy music at their own pace. Through rhythm, movement, and musical play, participants are encouraged to: have fun, express emotions, develop communication and social skills, and experience the joy of...
Il Trovatore
Gaulitana: A Festival of Music proudly commemorates the 125th anniversary of Giuseppe Verdi’s death with a grand staging of one of his most electrifying operatic masterpieces: Il Trovatore. Set against a backdrop of war and political unrest, Il Trovatore unfolds a gripping tale of love, vengeance, and mistaken identity, where fate and passion collide in a whirlwind of intrigue. Verdi’s...
Il-Honeymoon ta’ Karmena Abdilla
Following the tremendous success of It-Tieġ ta’ Karmena Abdilla two years ago, Karmena Abdilla is making her return to the stage in Gozo—this time inviting audiences to join her on the lively adventures of her honeymoon with Paċifku. The sequel, Il-Honeymoon ta’ Karmena Abdilla, is a classic Maltese comedy by Charles Clews, adapted for the stage by Dominic Said, and...
Il-Ġirja T’Għawdex
Run Gozo is the premier athletic event on the Malta’s sister island, Gozo, attracting participants from around the globe. The 2026 edition is set to take place on Sunday 26 April. This event features a variety of races to suit all levels of fitness and interest, including a halfmarathon, 10k and 5k races, 10k and 5k walkathons, a family 2k...
Dwejra Spring Festival
The Dwejra Spring Festival is a vibrant celebration packed with fun for all ages, bringing together adventure, entertainment, and family-friendly experiences in one lively event. Visitors can enjoy exciting attractions such as a merry-go-round, rodeo bull, rock climbing, adventure park multiplay, and sports activities, alongside interactive cartoon characters and a captivating falcon show experience. With a colorful atmosphere and plenty...
Il-Honeymoon ta’ Karmena Abdilla
Following the tremendous success of It-Tieġ ta’ Karmena Abdilla two years ago, Karmena Abdilla is making her return to the stage in Gozo—this time inviting audiences to join her on the lively adventures of her honeymoon with Paċifku. The sequel, Il-Honeymoon ta’ Karmena Abdilla, is a classic Maltese comedy by Charles Clews, adapted for the stage by Dominic Said, and...
Finale
A fitting ending to the month-long cultural bonanza with the Gaulitanus String Orchestra performing under the baton of Colin Attard. Godfrey Mifsud (Clarinet) joins the fray to interpret the Concertino by Charles Camilleri, resonant with local idiomatic traits. OPERA+ Weekend: 3 days of quality events intrinsically linked to the festival opera production.




