What’s on in Gozo in July 2026
By Kerry Gaffney | Last Updated 15/00/2026
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Why Visit Gozo in July?
July marks the first month of summer on Gozo. It’s the perfect time to visit, the sea is warm and welcoming, daytime temperatures are over 30, humidity will be high and the UV index doesn’t drop below 10.
July is Gozo at full stretch. The village feasts are in full swing, the squares fill with live music most evenings, and a run of one-off events makes this one of the busiest months on the island’s calendar. If you’re visiting in July, you’ll want a rough plan — there’s more on than you can fit into a week.
Top Tip: Dates and times can change at short notice. Always check the Events in Gozo website before heading out.
Our Top Picks for Gozo July Events
Ħondoq by Night
One of the most atmospheric events of the summer, Hondoq by Night transforms this sheltered coastal bay into an open-air music venue for one evening. Flaming lanterns light up the waterfront as local talent Cash & Band and DJ Ryan Spiteri take to the stage. It’s a beautiful setting at any time of day — at night, with music bouncing off the water, it’s something else entirely.
Date: Friday 3rd July 2026
Time: 21:00. -23:55
Cost: Free
Location: Ħondoq Bay, Qala
Closer to the Voice – Charles Buttigieg Live
International baritone Charles Buttigieg performs alongside soprano Chrystelle DiMarco and tenor Alan Sciberras, with an orchestra conducted by Mro Mark Gauci. The programme draws from the classical operatic repertoire, and the Grand Hotel Ballroom is a rather fine setting for it. Tickets available at showshappening.com.
Date: Saturday, 4th July 2026
Time: 20:30-22:00
Cost: €25 – €35
Location: Grand Hotel, Mġarr
Gozo Food Festival
Two evenings of international food, live music, a wine garden and children’s entertainment in Xewkija’s main square. A reliable crowd-pleaser and a good option if you’re on the island with a mixed group.
Date: Friday 10th July-Saturday 11th July 2026
Time: 18:00-23:55
Cost: Free
Location: Xewkija Square
Village Feasts
Gozo’s summer festa season continues with four villages celebrating this month, including one of the largest, St. George in Victoria.
Feast of Our Lady of the Visitation, Għarb
The feast of the Visitation in Għarb is one of the most visually striking of the summer. On 5 July, an intricate flower carpet is laid in Visitation Square using hundreds of fresh flowers — it’s worth going out of your way to see it. The feast opens on 2 July with a Symphony Nights concert in the square from 21:00, combining brass, woodwinds and vocals. The Great Sounds 2026 concert follows during the festa week (see Music & Concerts below).
Date: Sunday, 5th July 2026
Time: All Day
Cost: Free
Location: The Basilica and Collegiate Parish Church of the Visitation of Our Lady, Għarb
Feast of Our Lady of Succour, Kerċem
Kerċem‘s feast of Our Lady of Succour brings two standout events. On 8 July, a Spectacular Wind Band Concert takes place in Orvieto Square from 21:00, conducted by Mro Mark Gauci with guest singers and a pyrotechnics finale synchronised to music. On 10 July, PyroFantasia marks its tenth edition at Għajn Tuta from 21:00 — a fireworks display held on the 80th anniversary of the Our Lady of Sorrows procession, accompanied by a short documentary about the area by photographer Sebio Aquilina.
Date: Sunday 11th July 2026
Time: All Day
Cost: Free
Location: Ta’ Kerċem Parish Church
Feast of St. George, Victoria
St George’s feast is the first of Victoria’s big summer celebrations, and comes with a sense of occasion — there’s a long-standing rivalry between the St George and Santa Marija camps over who puts on the better festa. Expect band marches, church celebrations and a lively atmosphere in and around St George’s Basilica and the surrounding streets.
Also expect some street closures.
Date: Sunday, 19th July 2026
Time: All Day
Cost: Free
Location: St. George’s Basilica, Victoria
Feast of St. Margaret, Sannat
Sannat’s feast of St Margaret is includes the Annual Symphonic Concert on 22 July in St Margaret Square from 21:00. The St Margaret Band, led by Mro George Apap, performs timeless classics, contemporary hits and popular favourites alongside guest singers. A relaxed, community-centred evening in one of Gozo’s quieter villages.
Date: Sunday 26th July 2026
Time: All Day
Cost: Free
Location: St. Margaret Parish Church, Sannat
Music & Concerts
July’s music programme ranges from classical recitals in Victoria’s historic basilicas to open-air concerts in village squares. Whether you’re after an evening of operatic arias or something with a bit more energy, there’s usually something on most nights of the week.
Great Sounds 2026
A concert held during the Għarb festa week, combining bold brass and delicate woodwinds with powerful vocals to celebrate musical harmony and a rich mix of local and international songs.
Date: Thursday, 2nd July 2026
Time: 20:30-21:00
Cost: Free
Location: Għarb Square
Closing Orchestral Concert
The Victoria International Arts Festival runs across the first two weeks of July with an impressive programme of classical recitals, chamber music and choral performances in venues across the city. It closes on 13 July with a full orchestral concert at St George’s Basilica: flutist Anthony Robb joins the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra under British conductor Philip Walsh, performing works by Joseph Vella, Roderick Williams and Joseph Haydn. If classical music is your thing, the full festival programme is worth looking at separately.
Date: Sunday 13th July 2026
Time: 20:00-21:30
Cost: Free
Location: St. George’s Basilica, Victoria
Opera vs Pop Under The Stars
A firm favourite, now in its 18th year. The Gozo Youth Orchestra under Mro Dr Joseph Grech presents a night of operatic arias and pop arrangements, with performances by Pamela Cibrano, Ludwig Galea and Noel Galea, and guest appearances from Rachel Fabri and Fabian Galea. Entrance is by reservation only — book via the ticket hotline on 7942 1611 / 9942 1611 or email gozowindbandorchestra@yahoo.co.uk.
Date: Monday, 27th July 2026
Time: 20:30-22:00
Cost: Free
Location: Courtyard, Ministry for Gozo Pjazza San Franġis, Victoria
Family & Community Events
July isn’t just about the evening concerts and village feasts. There’s a good mix of daytime and family-friendly events running through the month, from sporting mornings to open-air cinema and traditional folk music.
Twilight Summer Mercato
A summer evening market in Nadur’s village square, with locally made art, jewellery, homewares and food from Gozitan and Maltese artisans. A relaxed way to spend an early evening — good for browsing, meeting the makers and picking up something a little more interesting than a fridge magnet.
Date: Saturday 4th July 2026
Time: 17:00-22:00
Cost: Free
Location: St. George’s Basilica, Victoria
Super Splash Sports Day
A Sunday morning event combining competitive sports with children’s entertainment. Activities, challenges and animation take over the heart of Qala for a lively few hours — a good option if you’re travelling with younger visitors.
Date: Sunday, 12th July 2026
Time: 09:00-12:30
Cost: Free
Location: Alberto Mizzi Ground, Qala
Sweet Music – Moulin Rouge
An open-air screening of the classic musical Moulin Rouge, set in one of Victoria’s narrow historic streets. A rather atmospheric way to spend a summer evening.
Date: Thursday 23rd July 2026
Time: 20:30-22:30
Cost: Free
Location: Triq Id-Dejqa,Victoria
Kalipso
A traditional folk evening organised by Għaqda Kummittiva Għawdex in collaboration with Ta’ Verna Folk Band, featuring folk music, dance and the traditional Il-Kummitiva, with younger members taking part to keep the traditions going.
Date: Friday, 25th July 2026
Time: 20:00-23:00
Cost: €10 – €20
Location: Calypso Cave Parking Area Triq Kalipso, Ix-Xagħra
July in Gozo: Final Thoughts
July is Gozo at its most alive. The feasts are at full pace, the squares are busy most evenings, and the combination of warm nights and a packed events calendar makes it one of the best months to visit if you like a bit of atmosphere alongside your beach time. It’s also, it has to be said, one of the hottest months of the year — so pace yourself, carry water and save the sightseeing for the mornings.
For practical advice on getting around while you’re here, our guide on How to Get Around Gozo covers everything from buses to taxis to car hire.