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 chose 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.
Our Top Picks
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.
Date: 4 October 2025
Time: 09:00 – 22:00
Location: Citadel, Victoria
Cost: Free
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.
Date: 10 October 2025
Time: 20:00 – 22:00
Location: Santa Luċija Square
Cost: 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.
Date: 11 October 2025
Time: 11:00 – 11:45
Location: Teatru Tal-Opra Aurora, Victoria
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.
Date: 3 October 2025
Time: 19:30 – 21:30
Location: Villa Fiorita, Triq Tal-Merżuq, Żebbuġ,
Cost: Free
The Digital Panopticon
Inspired by the concept of the panopticon by Jeremy Bentham, this international artisic collaboration investigates the digital present and contemporary identity, which is increasingly exposed, observed, and filtered.
Date: 3 – 10 October 2025
Time: Various (See programme)
Location: Arthall, Victoria
Cost: Free
Philatelic Opera and Classical Musical Exhibition
Part of the Opera on Gozo celebrations, this is exhibition is an exquisite collection of stamps and covers connected with opera, classical music, and renowned musicians from around the world.
Date: 6 – 15 October 2025
Time: 09:00 – 17:00
Location: IL-Ħaġar Gozo Museum – Victoria
Cost: Free
Choir Concert
The award-winning Biddulph Male Voice Choir are visiting Gozo and putting on an unforgettable concert in an iconic location.
Date: 20 October 2025
Time: 19:45 – 20:45
Location: St George’s Basilica, Victoria
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.
Date: 5 October 2025
Time: 10:00 – 18:00
Location: Ta’ Kola Windmill
Triq il-Mitħna
Xagħra
Cost: 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.
Date: 26 October 2025
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Location: Villa Rundle, Victoria
Cost: Free
Halloween in Nadur
The spookiest night of the year will see halloween dances, a magic show, fire spinning and a music party.
Date: 31 October 2025
Time: 17:00 – 21:00
Location: Nadur Square
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.
Date: 17 – 19 October 2025
Time: Various
Location: Citadel Gozo
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.
Date: 18 – 19 October 2025
Time: 10:00 – 18:30
Location: San Dimitri Area
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.
