What’s on in Gozo in October 2025
By Kerry Gaffney | Last Updated 30/09/2025
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Summer might be over on Gozo but that doesn’t mean the island slows down. October is opera season, which means not just performances at both Teatru Astra and Aurora, but a whole range of related concerts and workshops.
If arias aren’t your thing, there’s plenty of other events to choose from. Including the International Kite & Wind Festival, the Auro International Folk Festival and a whole slew of exhibitions.
October is also Elderly Month on Gozo and there’s a whole schedule of activities, from open days to exercise classes.
This guide covers events in Gozo for October 2025. It will be updated for in September 2026. Looking for what’s on in Gozo right now? Check our current events page →
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Gaulos Romana
Immerse yourself in the life of Legio X Fretensis. Stationed on the island of Gaulos, their day begins at 09:00 with an inaugural parade from Independence Square to the Cathedral. Events will take place throughout the day.
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Friday, 4 October 2025 |
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09:00 – 22:00 |
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Citadel, Victoria |
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Free entry |
Symphony of Lights
An open air concert set in the charming square of Santa Lucija. Enjoy the musical harmonies of local musicians against the backdrop of a light show.
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Friday, 10 October 2025 |
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20:00 – 22:00 |
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Santa Luċija Square |
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Free |
Behind the Scenes
A guided tour, in English, of one of Gozo’s prestigious opera houses. Delve into its history, and hear tales of Opera over the years.
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Saturday, 11 October 2025 |
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11:00 – 11:45 |
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Teatru Tal-Opra Aurora, Victoria |
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Cost: |
Free |
Music & Arts
The Ewfonija Grand Operatic Concert
Join international soloists, tenor Nico Darmanin, and soprano Nicola Said in a programme featuring a selection of timeless operatic pieces from Mozart, Donizetti, Verdi, Gounod, Leoncavallo and Puccini.
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Thursday, 3 October 2025 |
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19:30 – 21:30 |
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Villa Fiorita, Triq Tal-Merżuq, Żebbuġ, |
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Free |
The Digital Panopticon
Inspired by the concept of the panopticon by Jeremy Bentham, this international artistic collaboration investigates the digital present and contemporary identity, which is increasingly exposed, observed, and filtered.
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3 – 10 October 2025 |
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09:00 – 17:00 |
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Il-Ħaġar Gozo Museum – Victoria |
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Cost: |
Free |
Choir Concert
The award-winning Biddulph Male Voice Choir are visiting Gozo and putting on an unforgettable concert in an iconic location.
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Monday, 20 October 2025 |
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19:45 – 20:45 |
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St George’s Basilica, Victoria |
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Cost: |
Free |
Family & Kids
Pet Fun Day
Find out about adoption, enter your dog into the show and have your photo taken with your pet.
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Saturday, 5 October 2025 |
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10:00 – 18:00 |
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Ta’ Kola Windmill, Triq il-Mitħna, Xagħra |
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Free |
Connecting Generations
Part of elderly month and aimed at strengthening the bonds between different age groups. The morning will start with a mass, followed by craft exhibitions, talks and lots of other activities and games.
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Sunday, 26 October 2025 |
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10:00 – 12:00 |
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Villa Rundle, Victoria |
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Free |
Halloween in Nadur
The spookiest night of the year will see halloween dances, a magic show, fire spinning and a music party.
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Friday, 31 October 2025 |
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17:00 – 21:00 |
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Nadur Square |
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Cost: |
Free |
Village & Folk Events
Aurora International Folk Festival
The sixth edition will bring together groups from Greece, Croatia, Poland, Sardinia, Sicily, and Gozo, as well as the Aurora Folk Group in a celebration of history and heritage.
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17 – 19 October 2025 |
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Various |
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Location: |
Citadel, Victoria |
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Cost: |
Free |
International Kite & Wind Festival
Kites of every imaginable size and shape will fill the skies above Gozo in this celebration. Enjoy windsurfing displays, make your own kite and enjoy food from around the world.
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18 – 19 October 2025 |
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10:00 – 18:30 |
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Location: |
San Dimitri Area |
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Cost: |
Free |
The nights might be drawing in but that doesn’t mean the island gets quiet. There’s still plenty of exhibitions, concerts and other events to keep you entertained.