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Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady in Ħal-Għaxaq
MarsaxlokkSa., 15. Aug. 2026 · 00:00 – 00:00
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Experience a beloved village feast in Ħal-Għaxaq
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Ħal-Għaxaq celebrates the Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady on Friday 14 August 2026, one of several villages marking the Assumption in the same mid-August window. Streets are decorated with banners and lights, and marching bands play through the village during the day.
A procession carries the statue of the Virgin Mary through the streets, followed after dark by a fireworks display. Market stalls sell Maltese nougat, pastries and other festa food. Entry to the feast is free.
Was Sie erwartet
A traditional village festa on Malta's major Assumption Day, featuring a procession, brass bands, decorated streets, fireworks, and Maltese food.
Gut zu wissen
- Friday 14 August 2026, Ħal-Għaxaq village
- Free admission to the feast
- Main event: procession of the Virgin Mary statue
- Brass bands and village street decorations
- Evening fireworks; food stalls throughout the day
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When is the Feast of the Assumption in Ħal-Għaxaq?
Friday 14 August 2026.
Where is Ħal-Għaxaq?
Ħal-Għaxaq is a village in south-central Malta, known for its rural charm.
Why is 14 August important in Malta?
14 August is the Assumption of Our Lady (Maria Assunta), a major national feast day. Dozens of villages celebrate simultaneously.
Is the feast free?
Yes, all celebrations are free to attend. You may purchase food and refreshments from vendors.
How long does the festa run?
Most feasts run throughout the day, with the procession and fireworks typically in late afternoon or evening.
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