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Festa of The Assumption (Santa Marija) in Qrendi

In Maltese: Santa Marija

Usually
August
Last main day
Saturday, 15 August 2026
Entry
Free

Next year's date goes up here as soon as the parish announces it. Festas usually fall on the same weekend each year.

Experience the vibrant charm of a Maltese festa, a week-long celebration filled with band marches, dazzling street decorations, and spectacular fireworks. In Qrendi, the village comes alive in August for The Assumption (Santa Marija), culminating in a grand procession featuring the statue on the main day. It’s a feast for the senses, blending faith, tradition, and community spirit. If you’re planning to join the festivities, arrive early to secure parking and avoid the crowds; it can get bustling as the main day approaches.

Dates compiled from maltainfoguide.com. Parishes sometimes move festas, so check locally before you go.

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