The Grand Harbour in Valletta is ideal for this spectacular event, held in April, this years dates have been confirmed for the 25th- 30th April 2014. The festival includes fireworks displays designed by both local and foreign pyrotechnic companies as well as some of the best local fireworks factories.
The event is free of charge and is open to all ages. To get the best view for the Grand Finale displays on the 30th head to Ta' Liesse / Barriera Wharf, Valletta.
The festival also serves to remember and acknowledge Malta's accession into the European Union on the 1st May 2004.
Fireworks in Malta have a long tradition which goes back as far as the Order of the Knights of St. John. The feu de joie using gun salutes, the musketterija firing of muskets, the solfarelli d'aria, St. Catherine's wheels (irdieden) and other forms of fireworks originated from explosives that were lit off from mortars (maskli) as an expression of rejoicing.
Contact us for any queries about the Fireworks Festival or about your hotel accommodation in Valletta.
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