Carnival Fever Hits Valletta: Monday and Tuesday Full Programme Revealed
The Valletta carnival continues to dazzle this week with two more days of exciting festivities leading up to Ash Wednesday. Following a weekend of epic parades, flamboyant costumes, and massive floats in Floriana and Valletta, the carnival fun is far from over! Get ready for more colourful celebrations on Monday and Tuesday that will keep you entertained all day and night.
Lunedì
Cicco Carnival Company
Morning Programme
Location: St George’s Square & Republic Street, Valletta
Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm
Who’s it for? All ages
What to Expect:
Kick off your carnival experience with a lively défilé at St George’s Square, featuring dazzling dance performances from Sections C & D, plus school groups from across the Maltese Islands. It’s a morning full of rhythm, colour, and carnival spirit – perfect for the whole family!
Afternoon Programme
Location: St George’s Square & Republic Street, Valletta
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Who’s it for? All ages
What to Expect:
The carnival excitement continues in the afternoon with another vibrant défilé at St George’s Square. Look out for the legendary King Carnival leading the way, alongside fantastic floats from Section A and Triumphal Floats from Sections A, B, C, and D. It’s a parade you won’t forget!
Martedì
Afternoon Programme
Location: St George’s Square & Republic Street, Valletta
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Who’s it for? All ages
What to Expect:
Get your groove on at the Dance Show in St George’s Square, where all the competitive Dancing Companies from Sections A, B, C, and D will showcase their jaw-dropping moves. It’s an afternoon of high-energy dance that’ll have you tapping your feet and maybe even joining in!
Carnival Gran Finale
Location: St Anne Street, Floriana
Time: 6:00pm onwards
Who’s it for? All ages
What to Expect:
It’s the grand finale of the Carnival! Join the procession of stunning carnival floats and a sea of colourful carnival-inspired items as they parade along St Anne’s Street in Floriana. The fun continues well into the evening, with a spectacular display of creativity and festivity.
Carnival Workshop: Papier-Mâché Mask Making
Location: Spazju Kreattiv, Valletta
Time: 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Who’s it for? All ages (with a guardian for younger creators)
What to Expect:
Unleash your inner artist at the Papier-Mâché Mask Workshop at Spazju Kreattiv! Learn the craft of creating carnival masks with a fun, hands-on approach. From sculpting and layering papier-mâché to adding your own unique decorations, this workshop offers a creative escape into the heart of carnival tradition. Plus, you’ll get to take home your very own masterpiece! Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this chance to be part of the carnival fun!
The Valletta carnival is an unforgettable celebration of local tradition, creativity, and pure fun. Whether you’re watching the parades, dancing in the streets, or crafting your own mask, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the final days of carnival madness – the party isn’t over yet!
