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National Independence Day Celebrations

Malta marks its sixty-second anniversary of independence on September 21, 2026, with a series of state and cultural events. The national celebrations include a military parade through Valletta, a Pontifical Mass, a formal wreath-laying ceremony at the Independence Monument in Floriana, and an evening orchestral concert at the Manoel Theatre.

Date
Sep 21, 2026
Location
Floriana
Status
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National Independence Day Celebrations

Event summary

Highlights

  • Military march from Parliament to St John's Square
  • Pontifical Mass at St John's Co-Cathedral
  • 21-gun salute at the Independence Monument in Floriana
  • Independence Day Concert featuring the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra
Official activities commence in the morning with a military march by the Armed Forces of Malta Band, traveling from the Parliament building to St John's Square. The arrival of the President of Malta is honored with a national salute and an inspection of the Guard of Honour. A Pontifical Mass follows at St John's Co-Cathedral, which includes the singing of the Te Deum and is broadcast live on national television.

Following the religious service, the country’s highest officials participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Independence Monument in Floriana, accompanied by a 21-gun salute. The festivities conclude in the evening with the Independence Day Concert at the Manoel Theatre. This performance features the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Mro Michael Laus, and includes a repertoire of works by both Maltese and international composers.

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