Festa of St Lawrence in Birgu
In Maltese: San Lawrenz
- Usually
- August
- Last main day
- Monday, 10 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.
Maltese festas are vibrant celebrations blending religion, culture, and community spirit. Each festa features a week of lively band marches, dazzling street decorations, and spectacular fireworks, culminating in a grand procession where a statue of the saint parades through the village. In Birgu, the festa of St Lawrence is particularly enchanting, drawing locals and visitors alike. If you're planning to attend, do brace yourself for large crowds, especially on the main day. Arrive early and consider parking a little outside the village to avoid the busiest streets and soak up the festive atmosphere.
Dates compiled from maltainfoguide.com. Parishes sometimes move festas, so check locally before you go.