If you are in Malta this July and wondering where to catch the FIFA World Cup Final on the biggest screen possible, you do not need to look far. The village of Ħal Għaxaq, in the south of Malta, is gearing up to host the country’s largest public screening of the final, and it is happening right before one of the island’s most loved summer music festivals kicks off.
The Biggest Screen on the Island
On Sunday, 19th July, Għaxaq Grounds will be transformed into a giant open air cinema for football fans. Organisers have confirmed that the free public screening will use Malta’s largest outdoor screen, giving fans a proper big match experience instead of watching from a crowded bar or a small television at home.
The event is free to attend, so whether you are a local resident or a visitor spending the summer on the island, you can simply walk in and grab a spot. If you want a reserved table for the evening, it is worth calling ahead since space near the screen tends to fill up quickly for an occasion this big.
The Ghaxaq Music Festival Kicks Off Right After
The World Cup screening is essentially the opening act for the 27th edition of the Għaxaq Music Festival, one of the longest running summer festivals in Malta, with roots going back to 1999. Over the years it has welcomed acts like Zucchero, the Gipsy Kings, Ronan Keating and UB40, and this year’s lineup keeps that international standard going.
Tuesday, 21st July belongs to Italian pop legends Ricchi e Poveri, who are marking 60 years in the music industry with a tour stop in Malta. They will be joined on stage by local talent, including Kevin Paul Calleja and his band, with DJ Pierre Cordina warming up the crowd and Alex Grech closing out the night.
Friday, 24th July is headlined by Padre Guilherme, the Portuguese priest turned DJ who has built a global following by blending electronic music with a message of unity. This will be his first ever live performance in Malta, and he will be joined by UK electronic duo P.O.U. (Products of Us) as special guests. Local DJ JJoy opens the night, while MUX and Braynod close the festival.
Each night runs from 7pm until 1am, giving festival goers plenty of time to enjoy the food stalls, the atmosphere and the music without having to rush.
A Festival With Deeper Meaning This Year
This edition carries extra significance, since it also marks the 400th anniversary of the Ħal Għaxaq parish, tying together four centuries of local history and tradition with a thoroughly modern celebration.
Minister for Arts, Culture and National Heritage, Malcolm Paul Agius Galea, praised the village for its forward thinking approach, noting that Għaxaq has embraced change and openness rather than staying isolated, and that events like this help push Maltese culture forward. Minister for Tourism Jo Etienne Abela also expressed his ministry’s continued support for the festival.
The festival is organised by the Santa Marija Musical Society of Ħal Għaxaq, under the patronage of the Ministry for Arts, Culture and National Heritage and the Malta Tourism Authority, and this year’s proceeds will go toward supporting children and minors with disabilities through the Embrace Diversity Organization.
Other Places to Watch the World Cup Final in Malta
Għaxaq Grounds might be the biggest official screening, but it is far from the only option if you want to watch the final surrounded by fellow fans. We have covered every major fan zone, bar and screening spot across the island in our full guide, FIFA World Cup 2026 Malta: Best Places to Watch, but here is a quick look at a few standout options.
Spinola Bay Fan Zone, St Julian’s has been taken over for the entire tournament with giant screens, live DJs and a full food and drink village. General entry is free, though a standing ticket for bigger matches costs around 16 euros, and reserved tables are available for groups who want their own space.
Luna Park, Ta’ Qali is a good pick if you are bringing the whole family, since you get the football on a big screen along with fairground rides and food stalls, all with free entry.
Pjazza San Pawl, St Paul’s Bay sits right outside the Malta National Aquarium and offers an outdoor, seaside setting with a giant screen and nearby dining at La Nave Bistro, perfect if you want sea air along with the match.
Plenty of bars and restaurants around the island, from Sliema and Gżira to Qawra and Mellieħa, are also screening every match throughout the tournament, so there is no shortage of options no matter which part of Malta you are staying in. For the complete list, along with ticket prices and booking details, check out our dedicated guide to watching the World Cup in Malta.
Watching From Home
If crowds are not your thing, Malta’s national broadcaster PBS (TVM) holds the free to air rights for the tournament, meaning you can watch the final at home or wherever you like without missing a single moment.
Whether you choose the big screen at Għaxaq Grounds, the festival atmosphere at Spinola Bay, or a quiet evening at home, Malta is not short of ways to enjoy the biggest match of the summer, right before the island’s live music season truly gets going.