Halloween has become one of the most fun nights of the autumn in Malta. Falling on Saturday 31st October in 2026, it brings a mix of family-friendly trick-or-treat events, spooky experiences in historic palaces and late-night costume parties across Malta and Gozo. What makes Halloween here special is the setting: few places can match a haunted night among baroque palazzos, underground vaults and centuries-old fortifications.
Halloween in Malta 2026: Key Details
- Date: Saturday 31st October 2026, with many events running across the whole weekend
- Where: Various venues across Malta and Gozo
- Tickets: Depends on the event. Many family events are free, while parties and attractions are usually ticketed.
What Kind of Halloween Events to Expect
Family Fun
In recent years, gardens, parks and family attractions have hosted Halloween activities for children, including pumpkin carving, face painting, trick-or-treating, bouncy castles and costume games. Theme parks and interactive science centres such as Esplora have also run special Halloween experiences.
Spooky Nights in Historic Places
Some of Malta’s most atmospheric buildings get into the spirit too. Historic houses such as Palazzo Parisio in Naxxar and Palazzo Falson in Mdina have previously hosted themed Halloween evenings. Look out as well for tours based on Maltese ghost stories and folklore, which give the night a real local twist.
Parties and Nightlife
Paceville, St Julian’s and Valletta fill up with costume parties, from club nights to masked events in underground venues. Horror film screenings and themed bar nights are also popular.
Gianpula Village, Malta’s biggest nightlife complex near Rabat, is getting into the spirit with a two-show Boozy Bingo Halloween Special in its Main Room: a Saturday night show on 31st October (doors 7:30pm, show 8:30pm) and a Halloween Sunday afternoon show on 1st November (doors 3pm, show 4pm). Expect bingo, drinks, party anthems, games and prizes. The dress code is Heroes & Villains. Tickets are sold online through EventWorks.
Halloween in Gozo
Gozo villages often celebrate in their main squares with costumes, music, games and magic shows, making it a relaxed option for families.
A Maltese Tradition Right After Halloween
Halloween is a fairly modern celebration in Malta, but the days that follow are deeply traditional. 1st November is All Saints’ Day and 2nd November is All Souls’ Day, when many Maltese families visit cemeteries to remember loved ones. It is a quiet, respectful time, so keep the party spirit for 31st October.
Tips for Halloween in Malta
- Book party and attraction tickets early, as popular events sell out.
- Expect heavy traffic and busy buses in St Julian’s and Paceville on the night.
- October evenings are still mild, so costumes don’t need to be too warm.
- Full programmes are usually announced during October. Check event pages and local listings closer to the date.
We’ll update this guide as specific Halloween 2026 events are announced.