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Experience the vibrant music culture of Malta this summer!Imagine a summer where the music never stops, and every weekend is a new adventure. Welcome to Malta in the summer—a paradise of electrifying music festivals, cultural celebrations, and beachside parties that stretch from May to October!Whether you're here to dance under the stars at a world-famous music festival or soak in the traditions of a Maltese village feast, this tiny Mediterranean gem has something for everyone.Spend this summer exploring Malta and experiencing its vibrant music scene.Full Schedule of Events: May to October 2025MayRong Open Air FestivalKickstart your summer with four electrifying days of trance and progressive music from May 8-11. With a stellar lineup including Aly & Fila, Paul van Dyk, Ferry Corsten, and Dash Berlin, attendees can enjoy open-air club nights, boat parties, and exclusive performances.Dates: May 8-11, 2025Location: UNO, Attard MaltaFor information and tickets, click hereSunny Side Festival 2025This 3-day event is a paradise for electronic music enthusiasts. Dates: May 16-18, 2025. Location: Ta' Qali Craft Village, Attard, Malta.For information and tickets, click here.JuneTriip Festival 2025Immerse yourself in three days and nights of non-stop beats at Triip Festival 2025 in Malta. Dance at a stunning castle, beachside, poolside, or boat with a world-class lineup featuring FISHER, Sven Väth, Patrick Topping, Gordo, and Ida Engberg.Dates: May 30-June 1, 2025 Location: Bugibba, MaltaFor information and tickets, click hereDLT Malta 2025After an explosive 2023 edition, DLT is set to return to Malta this year with its 4-day experience. Dates: June 5-9, 2025 Location: St. Paul's Bay, MaltaFor information and tickets, click hereEarth Garden Festival 2025Malta's largest alternative festival, held since 2007, is set to return this year. With over 30000 attendees, this event will feature artists like Rudimental, Basement Jaxx, Fun Lovin Criminals and many more.Dates: June 6-8, 2025Location: Parco nazionale di Ta' Qali, Attard, MaltaFor information and tickets, click here.Editor’s Tip: The best part? You can camp at Earth Garden Festival 2025! Check out the camping checklist for all the essentials! An unforgettable experience!Abode on the Rock 20255 days on the beach, cave raves, boat parties and much more. We bet this is where your trip to Gozo would feel accomplished.Dates: June 19-23, 2025Location: Various venues in Gozo, MaltaFor information and tickets, click hereJulyIsle of MTV Malta 2025Europe's largest free festival, attracting over 50,000 attendees annually, with performances from top international artists like RAYE, DJ Snake, and Chart-Topper Nelly Furtado as headliners in 2024.Date: July 2025 (Exact date to be announced)For more information and updates, click here.AugustGlitch Festival 2025A haven for house and techno enthusiasts, featuring renowned international DJs and a vibrant atmosphere.Dates: August 13-16, 2025Location: Haz-Zebbug, MaltaFor information and tickets, click here.OctoberDefected Malta 2025End your summer with a weekend full of dancing at Defected Malta.Dates: October 3-5, 2025Location: Attard, MaltaFor information and tickets, click here. Here’s your sign to attend these Maltese events this summerAbout the AreaLocated between Sicily and North Africa, Malta is a stunning Mediterranean island known for its rich history, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant culture. The capital city, Valletta, is a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with baroque buildings and grand cathedrals. Beyond Valletta, Malta’s sister islands, Gozo and Comino, offer breathtaking landscapes, pristine beaches, and historical sites like the Ġgantija Temples—some of the oldest freestanding structures in the world.Malta is also famous for its lively festivals, from the colorful Carnival celebrations to religious feasts that showcase fireworks, parades, and traditional Maltese food. With a pleasant climate, rich maritime history, and a welcoming atmosphere, Malta is a must-visit destination for history lovers, adventure seekers, and beachgoers.Ready to groove in Malta this summer? 

Attend the most iconic film festivals of all time!  The Cannes Film Festival is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, which takes place annually in Cannes, France. The festival was founded in 1946 and has since become an important showcase for both established and emerging filmmakers from around the world.   The Cannes Film Festival is known for its red-carpet events, glamorous parties, and the presence of many famous movie stars and industry professionals. The festival features a wide range of film genres, including documentaries, short films, and feature-length films, and includes competitions for different categories of films.  The Cannes Film Festival is also an important market for the international film industry, with many films being sold and distributed during the festival. The festival attracts thousands of journalists, filmmakers, and industry professionals each year, making it a major event in the global film industry.About the area: Cannes is a city located on the French Riviera, in the Alpes-Maritimes department of France. It is famous for its International Film Festival, which takes place annually in May. The festival attracts celebrities and filmmakers from around the world and is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world. The French Riviera, also known as the Côte d'Azur, is a stretch of coastline along the Mediterranean Sea in the southeast of France. It includes famous towns such as Nice, Cannes, Antibes, and Saint-Tropez. The region is known for its beautiful beaches, warm climate, and luxurious resorts, and has been a popular vacation destination for the wealthy and famous for decades. The area is also home to numerous museums, art galleries, and historic landmarks, as well as a thriving cultural scene.  Event DetailsName of the event: International film festival de Cannes Location: Cannes, French Riviera Dates: 13-24 May 2025 Official Event Website: Cannes Film Festival   Want to catch a glimpse of the celebrities and also enjoy the gorgeous French Riviera? 

Join thousands of people from around Italy and the world to witness the spectacle of Festa dei Ceri!  Known as Corsa dei Ceri or the Race of the Candles, the Festa dei Ceri is a centuries-old festival that takes place annually in the town of Gubbio, located in the Umbria region of Italy and takes place every year on the 15th of May. The festival is centered around the celebration of the town's patron saint, Ubaldo Baldassini and involves the carrying of three enormous wooden structures or "ceri", each weighing several hundred kilograms, through the streets of Gubbio from Piazza Grande to the Cathedral.  The ceri represent the town's three patron saints: Saint Ubaldo, Saint George, and Saint Anthony. Each ceri is carried by a team of men known as "ceraioli," who race through the streets of the town to the Basilica of Saint Ubaldo on top of Mount Ingino. The festival also includes a range of other events, including religious processions, musical performances, and food and wine tastings! About the area: Gubbio is known for its medieval architecture, including the Palazzo dei Consoli, a Gothic-style palace that now houses a museum, and the Roman Theatre, which dates to the 1st century BC. Gubbio is also home to the Basilica di Sant'Ubaldo, a church dedicated to the town's patron saint, and the Piazza Grande, a large square that hosts the annual Corsa dei Ceri, a traditional race in which teams of runners carry large wooden candles through the town. Umbria is known for its picturesque hill towns, such as Assisi, Perugia, and Orvieto, as well as its natural beauty, including Lake Trasimeno and the Monti Sibillini National Park. Umbria is also famous for its cuisine, which includes dishes such as truffles, lentils, and cured meats, as well as its wine, particularly the red wines of Montefalco and Sagrantino. Event Details Name of the event: Festa dei Ceri   Region: Umbria, Italy Location: Piazza Grande, Gubbio  Date: 15 May 2025 Official Event Website: Festa dei CeriWant to witness this passionate race in Gubbio? 

Lose yourself in a fair of flowers at the Noto Flower Festival!  Every year, the third Sunday in May is dedicated to the Infiorata di Noto, a festival that transforms the historic streets of Noto, Sicily, into a vibrant tapestry of flowers. Artists meticulously craft intricate floral mosaics using millions of flower petals, covering the streets with stunning designs that celebrate religion, mythology, art, and local folklore.  The festival's centrepiece is a spectacular 122-metre-long and 7-metre-wide flower carpet, covering approximately 700 square metres. This breathtaking masterpiece is created with 400,000 flowers, including carnations, gerberas, daisies, tufts of fennel and euphorbia, valerian flowers, artemisia, myrtle, and other natural materials sourced from the surrounding countryside.For the 46th edition of the Infiorata di Noto, the theme has been revealed as "Art makes peace: the Infiorata that unites, hope beyond borders." This year, the festival will highlight the power of art to transcend boundaries and foster unity, with stunning floral depictions conveying messages of harmony and cultural connection. The creative process is already in motion, with municipal administrators and skilled flower arrangers collaborating to bring this vision to life.About the areaNoto is a city in the province of Syracuse, located on the southeastern coast of the island of Sicily, Italy. It is known for its stunning Baroque architecture, which has earned it the title of "Stone Garden" or "Sicilian Baroque capital." The city is situated on a plateau overlooking the Asinaro Valley, and its historic centre was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002.The city is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful architecture, as well as its beaches and natural scenery. Some of the most notable landmarks in the city include the Cathedral of San Nicolò, the Palazzo Ducezio, and the Church of Santa Chiara. The city is also known for its festivals, including the Infiorata, a flower festival held each May, and the Noto Jazz Festival, which takes place in August.Event DetailsName of the event: Infiorata di NotoLocation: Via Corrado Nicolaci, 96017 Noto SR, SicilyDate: 16-20 May 2025 from 9:00 AMTickets: Entrance ticket: Adults €3.50, School children €2.50. Official Event Website: Infiorata di NotoWant to combine the festival with a much-deserved break in beautiful Sicily?

Fun, love and run: The Three Hearts Marathon is Slovenia is for all!  Named after the three hearts that appear on the coat of arms of Radenci, The Three Hearts Marathon is an annual running event, which is one of the most beautiful and well-organized marathons in Slovenia. The marathon course takes runners through the beautiful countryside and past many of the town's cultural and historical landmarks.  The event includes several different races, including a full marathon, a half marathon, a 10K race, and a children's race. The longest, 42-km-long course crosses the Slovenian-Austrian border several times. But if you don’t feel in your best running form then join Nordic walking and the Three Hearts March, while the Squirrel Run and Little Hearts Run are available for children. If you want to take part to the event you can apply HERE. About the area: Located in north-eastern Slovenia, Radenci is a town located near the border with Austria and Hungary, known for its thermal springs which have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. The town is a popular destination for health tourism, with several spa resorts offering treatments for various ailments.  In addition to its thermal springs and spas, Radenci offers visitors a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and golfing. The town is also a popular starting point for exploring the wider region, with attractions such as the city of Maribor, the Ptuj Castle, and the wine-growing region of Jeruzalem nearby.  Details of the Event  Name of the event: Three Hearts Marathon Location: Radenci, Thermal Pannonian Region, Slovenia Date and Time: 17 May 2025 at 9.00amOfficial website of the event: Three Hearts Marathon   No matter whom you are bringing or if you are coming solo, the race is going to be memorable! Are you ready?