-EASTER IN GOZO06 MARCH - 05 APRIL 2026
L-Għid f’Għawdex 2026
L-Għid f’Għawdex huwa staġun partikolari. Huwa ż-żmien meta l-fidi u t-tradizzjonijiet, li għandhom għeruq profondi fit-tessut soċjali Għawdxi jiġu esposti, fejn kull raħal jinbidel f’espressjoni ħajja ta’ devozzjoni u spirtu komunitarju.
Mill-ewwel jiem tar-Randan, Għawdex jilbes libsa differenti, libsa li tirrifletti dan iż-żmien ta’ ġabra u riflessjoni. Il-knejjes Għawdxin jilagħbu rwol prinċipali f’dan kollu b’wirjiet ta’ devozzjoni u mumenti ta’ talb li jistednuna nieqfu, nisimgħu, u nerġgħu nagħrfu dak li huwa tassew importanti f’ħajjitna. Huwa żmien meta l-komunità Għawdxija tirrifletti aktar fuq il-passjoni, ilmewt u l-qawmien ta’ Sidna Ġesù Kristu.
Il-Ġimgħa l-Kbira, b’mod partikolari, tibqa’ waħda mill-aktar esperjenzi kommoventi li toffri gżiritna. L-irħula Għawdxin ifakkru l-Passjoni permezz ta’ purċissjonijiet, rappreżentazzjonijiet u drammi li ġew ippreservati u msaħħa matul il-ġenerazzjonijiet. Dawn mhumiex sempliċiment avvenimenti kulturali. Huma espressjonijiet ta’ fidi b’saħħitha, ikkaratterizzati mid-dedikazzjoni tal-voluntiera, il-komunitajiet u l-familji li jinvestu ħafna ħin sabiex iwasslulna l-aħjar prodott. Ir-riżultat huwa li dawn l-attivitajiet jikkomunikaw atmosfera ta’ riflessjoni u ta’ ġabra li awtomatikament twassal messaġġ lil kull min iżur jew jipparteċipa f’dawn l-avvenimenti sagri.
Ħadd il-Għid hu kkaratterizzat mid-daqq tal-qniepen tal-knejjes u l-purċissjonijiet tant mistennija bl-Irxoxt, li jimlew it-toroq tagħna b’tama u tiġdid.
Fl-istess ħin, l-Għid f’Għawdex huwa wkoll żmien ideali għall-familji. Huwa staġun li jilqa’ lil kulħadd, kemm jekk qed tfittex esperjenza spiritwali, apprezzament tat-tradizzjoni, jew sempliċiment esperjenza b’differenza f’Għawdex. L-irħula tagħna joffru ambjent sikur u akkoljenti fejn il-familji jistgħu jesploraw, jitgħallmu u jipparteċipaw, filwaqt li jgawdu t-taħlita unika ta’ trankwillità u spirtu komunitarju li joffri Għawdex.
Permezz tal-programm annwali “L-Għid f’Għawdex”, nistiednek biex tesperjenza din il-firxa unika ta’ devozzjoni, wirt u impenn komunitarju. Dawn l-elementi kollha juru li l-Għid f’Għawdex huwa wieħed awtentiku, kburi bittradizzjoni tiegħu u tassew indimentikabbli.
Clint Camilleri
Ministru għal Għawdex u l-Ippjanar
Easter in Gozo 2025 Easter in Gozo 2026
Easter in Gozo is a season unlike any other. It’s the time when our island’s deep faith and centuries-old traditions come to the fore, and our villages become living expressions of devotion, community and hope.
From the very first days of Lent, a more reflective rhythm settles across our parishes. Churches take on a special beauty, with devotional displays and moments of prayer that invite us to pause, to listen and to reconnect with what truly matters. It is a time when Gozitans, young and old, renew a shared sense of purpose; through quieter acts of charity, spiritual preparation, and the simple strength we find in coming together as a community.
Good Friday remains one of the most moving experiences our islands can offer. With solemnity and respect, Gozitan villages commemorate the Passion through processions, pageants and re-enactments that have been preserved and enriched over generations. These are not merely cultural events. They are heartfelt expressions of faith, shaped by the dedication of volunteers, parish communities and families who invest time and love into every detail. The result is an atmosphere of reverence that speaks powerfully to believers and visitors alike.
At the same time, Easter in Gozo is also profoundly family friendly. It is a season that welcomes everyone, whether you are seeking a spiritual encounter, an appreciation of tradition, or simply a meaningful experience to share with your children. Our villages offer a safe, warm environment where families can explore, learn, and participate, while enjoying Gozo’s unique blend of tranquillity and community spirit.
Then comes Easter Sunday, the moment of light and joy. The ringing of church bells, the uplifting celebrations, and the cherished procession with l-Irxoxt - the Risen Christ, fill our streets with hope and renewal.
Through the annual “Easter in Gozo” programme, I warmly invite you to experience this rich tapestry of devotion, heritage and community. All these elements showcase an authentic Gozitan Easter that is deeply moving, proudly traditional and truly unforgettable.
Clint Camilleri Minister for Gozo and Planning
TILL 20
MARCH
FRIDAY 09:30 – 12:15
A View
art..e Gallery, 1, Triq il-Librerija, Victoria
It-tielet esibizzjoni mill-artist Ingliż Richard Cole li tinkludi xogħlijiet li dehru fil-kotba tiegħu u wkoll pitturi ġodda.
Renowned British artist Richard Cole returns for his third solo exhibition: a captivating fusion of narrative and colour.
TILL 22 MARCH
SUNDAY 09:00 – 17:00
Dija
Il-Ħaġar │ Heart of Gozo Museum, Cultural Centre, and Community Space, St George’s Square, Victoria
Wirja temporanja minn Clara Azzopardi b’xogħlijiet fejn wieħed jista’ jimmedita fuq id-dawl f’realtajiet varji, bħal dwejjaq, tama, memorja u ċelebrazzjoni li jirriflettu dwar din il-preżenza fl-esperjenza umana.
A solo exhibition by Clara Azzopardi, that meditates on light across grief, hope, memory, celebration, and the everyday, reflecting its presence within human experience.
TILL 28 MARCH
SATURDAY 10:30 – 12:00
Int u Jien... Punt Salib
Gozo Central Public Library, St Francis Square, Victoria
Sessjonijiet ta’ tagħlim ta’ cross stitch għat-tfal minn 8 snin sa 11-il sena flimkien mal-ġenituri/gwardjani li se jkunu mqassmin fuq sitt ġimgħat kull nhar ta’ Sibt. Waqt dawn is-sessjonijiet ma jistax jintuża ċellulari. Min jixtieq jattendi huwa mitlub li jirriserva post fuq eventsgozo. library@gov.mt.
A six-week cross-stitching workshop for children between 8 and 11 years of age, with sessions on Saturday. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and mobile phone usage won’t be allowed. For attendance please contact eventsgozo. library@gov.mt.
TILL 05
APRIL
SUNDAY
Is-Salib, Ġesù u Int
Madonna of Loreto Square, Għajnsielem
Salib kbir imdawwar bi ġnien u Via Sagra moderna u tradizzjonali li tirrifletti l-ħajja tal-lum b’numru ta’ slaleb imdawrin mal-pjazza ddedikati lil dawk kollha li għaddejjin minn żmien diffiċli.
A large cross with a surrounding garden - a modern yet traditional Way of the Cross reflecting contemporary life, with each cross dedicated to those facing difficult times, offering reflection, compassion, and hope.
06
MARCH
FRIDAY 19:00
Sancti Gregorii
Parish of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and St Gregory the Great, Ta’ Kerċem
Kunċert ta’ mużika sagra ppreżentat mill-Għaqda Mużikali San Girgor, taħt id-direzzjoni tas-Surmast Mro Mark Gauci, fl-okkażjoni tal-Festa Titulari ta’ San Girgor il-Kbir.
A sacred concert in honour of St Gregory, organised by the St Gregory Band under the direction of Mro Mark Gauci.
06 TILL 05
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SUNDAY Wirja Golgota
Victory Band Club, Ix-Xagħra
MON – SAT 09:00 – 14:00 16:00 – 21:00 SUN 09:00 – 21:00
09:00 – 14:00 16:00 – 21:00 09:30 – 17:00
Minjatura, xogħol ta’ Eżekjel Grima, talġrajjiet ewlenin tal-aħħar tlett ijiem talPassjoni ta’ Sidna Ġesù Kristu li tikkonsisti f’sittin figurin maħdumin fit-tafal mill-artist Għawdxi Manwel Gauci.
An exhibition featuring sixty figurines depicting salient moments from the Passion of the Christ, carved in clay by local artist Manwel Gauci. Commissioned by Eżekiel Grima, the figurines are set against scenery built by him.
06 TILL 05
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SUNDAY
07
MARCH
SATURDAY 09:00
Wirja tal-Passjoni
Victory Band Club, Ix-Xagħra
Is-Sagra ta’ San Girgor
07
MARCH
SATURDAY 19:00
Nippreparaw fi Żmien Ir-Randan –It-Tielet Edizzjoni
09:00 – 14:00
16:00 – 21:00
MON – SAT 09:00 – 14:00 16:00 – 21:00
Parish Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help & St Gregory the Great, Ta’ Kerċem
Our Lady of Pompei Church, Triq Enrico Mizzi, Victoria
SUN 09:00 – 21:00
09:30 – 17:00
Wirja ta’ Vari tal-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa mtella’ minn Austin Masini u Noel u Eżekjel Grima fejn naraw pass pass il-Mixja ta’ Ġesù Kristu lejn il-Kalvarju b’sett ta’ tnax-il tableau maħdumin fil-kartapesta ġewwa Lecce, l-Italja u mpoġġijin fuq bradelli talġewż magħmulin lokalment. Ir-rakkmu tal-bandalori tal-Passju, tas-Seba’ Kelmiet u tas-Senat ta’ Ruma, huma xogħol Ingliż u meħjutin u immuntati lokalment.
An exhibition organised by Austin Masini with the assistance of Noel and Eżekjel Grima featuring a set of twelve tableaux representing the Passion of the Christ. Crafted using paper-mâché, in Lecce, Italy and mounted on beautiful, locally-made walnut stands, the statues represent the stations of the Passion of the Christ and are adorned with embroidered quotes relating to the Passion of the Christ.
Festa Tfal li tibda fis-Santwarju Parrokkjali ta’ Kerċem b’quddiesa u wara dimostrazzjoni mat-toroq prinċipali tar-raħal bl-istatwa ta’ San Girgor il-Kbir tat-Tfal, bis-sehem tal-Banda San Girgor. Wara jkun hemm logħob u divertiment għat-tfal kollha.
Fis-19:30 | Dimostrazzjoni bl-istatwa ta’ San Girgor mat-toroq prinċipali u bis-sehem tal-Banda San Girgor, fejn wara l-istatwa tittellgħa fuq il-pedestall tagħha waqt ħruq ta’ logħob tan-nar.
A children’s activity starting with a Mass in the parish church and followed by a procession animated with singing and music. At the end, children will be entertained with games and traditional sweets, among which St Gregory’s Nougat.
At 19:30 | A procession by St Gregory Band and other organisations ending with the statue of St Gregory being placed on a pedestal accompanied by fireworks.
Esibizzjoni ta’ statwetti tal-Ġimgħa l-Kbira, flimkien ma’ feature letterarju miktub mill-Kav. Joe M. Attard, u siltiet mużikali b’arranġjamenti ta’ surmastrijiet Maltin li se jindaqqu minn Allegro Clefs Band u solisti ċkejkna.
A literary feature by Chevalier Joe M. Attard reflecting on spiritual preparation for the Passion of Christ, enriched by musical excerpts from local composers and performed by the Allegro Clefs Band with young soloists. An accompanying exhibition of small statues depicting the Passion of Christ will be on display.
13
MARCH
FRIDAY 18:00
“Hu Refa’ Fuqu l-Mard Tagħna” (Is: 53,4)
Jesus of Nazareth Church, Ix-Xagħra
Via Sagra biblika fil-beraħ madwar itToroq Ġnejna, Gajdoru u Ġnien Xibla.
An open-air Way of the Cross held through Triq Ġnejna, Triq Gajdoru and Triq Ġnien Xibla.
13
MARCH
FRIDAY 20:00
O Quam Tristis (4th Edition)
Oratory Don Bosco, St Augustine Square, Victoria
Kunċert vokali u strumentali b’mużika addattata għal dawn iż-żminijiet millgrupp mużikali BrassTubes.
A vocal and instrumental concert by BrassTubes ensemble featuring musical pieces arranged specifically for Lent and Easter.
13 TILL 05
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SUNDAY
I Fiori Della Passione
Sacred Heart of Jesus Shrine parvis, Il-Fontana
Il-ħames edizzjoni ta’ installazzjoni artistika magħmula minn bosta pjanti u fjuri li jifformaw il- figura ta’ Kristu Msallab u mtellgħa mill-Għaqda Armar Fontana.
The fifth edition of an artistic installation composed of numerous plants and flowers forming the figure of the Crucified Christ, organised by Għaqda Armar Fontana.
15 TILL 15
MARCH APRIL
SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 09:00 – 17:00
Lent to Easter
Il-Ħaġar │ Heart of Gozo Museum, Cultural Centre, and Community Space, St George’s Square, Victoria
Esibizzjoni mtellgħa mis-Soċjetà Filatelika t’Għawdex li turi assortiment ta’ bolli u kartolini relatati ma’ żmien ir-Randan.
An exhibition organised by The Gozo Philatelic Society, featuring postcards and stamps related to the Lenten period, Holy Week, and Easter.
18 MARCH
WEDNESDAY 19:30
Crux Redemptoris
St Joseph Parish Church, Il-Qala
Serata ta’ mużika sagra organizzata mill-Għaqda Mużikali Ite ad Joseph taħt id-direzzjoni ta’ Mro Mark Gauci. Għal aktar informazzjoni kkuntattja fuq: iteadjosephband@gmail.com.
The Ite Ad Joseph Band, under the direction of Mro Mark Gauci, will present a sacred music concert featuring a spiritual reflection for the Lenten season. For further information, contact iteadjosephband@ gmail.com.
20 MARCH
FRIDAY 17:30
Pellegrinaġġ bir-Redentur
St Peter & St Paul Basilica, In-Nadur
Pellegrinaġġ bl-istatwa tar-Redentur li tibda minn Triq tas-Sajd u tgħaddi minn toroq oħra tal-lokal.
A pilgrimage with the statue of Christ the Redeemer passing through various streets in the locality.
20 MARCH
FRIDAY 18:30
The Way of the Cross
Triq San Bert, Ix-Xewkija
Pellegrinaġġ bil-vara ta’ Ġesù Redentur minn ħdejn il-Kappella tal-Madonna tal-Ħniena sar-Rotunda ta’ San Ġwann il-Battista.
A pilgrimage with the statue of Christ the Redeemer from Our Lady of Mercy Chapel to the Rotunda of St John the Baptist.
20 MARCH
FRIDAY 19:00
Pellegrinaġġ bir-Redentur
Cathedral of the Assumption, Victoria
Pellegrinaġġ Parrokkjali Penitenzjali bixxbieha devota ta’ Ġesù Redentur li jitlaq minn Pjazza Santu Wistin, idur mat-toroq tal-Belt Victoria, u jintemm fil-Katidral. Matulu tingħad it-talba tal-Via Sagra.
A Parish Penitential Pilgrimage with the devout image of Jesus the Redeemer that departs from St Augustine Square, winds through the streets of Victoria, and ends at the Cathedral. The Via Sagra prayer is recited along the way.
20 MARCH
FRIDAY 20:00
At The Cross
St Peter & St Paul Basilica, In-Nadur
Ir-raba’ edizzjoni tal-kunċert millgrupp Rebecca and The Passengers akkumpanjati mill-Kor Angel Voices.
The fourth edition of a sacred concert performed by Rebecca and The Passengers, accompanied by the Angel Voices children’s choir.
20 TILL 03
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY FRIDAY
L-Aħħar Ċena
Sacred Heart of Jesus Shrine, Il-Fontana
FRI 07:30 – 11:30 16:00 – 18:00
SUN 07:30 – 11:30 16:00 – 17:00
MON - SAT 16:00 – 18:00
THU 2 APR 07:00 – 12:00 17:30 – 23:45
FRI 3 APR 06:00 – 14:30
21 MARCH
SATURDAY 19:00
Serata Mużiko-Letterarja
Rotunda of St John the Baptist, Ix-Xewkija
21 28 04
MARCH MARCH APRIL
SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY
The Magro Easter Family Fest 2026
Savina Artisan Centre, Triq l-Għassara, Ix-Xewkija
Wirja artistika tal-mejda tal-Appostli mgħammra bi tlettax-il statwa ta’ daqs uman f’ambjent tipiku Lhudi.
An installation depicting the Last Supper with thirteen life-sized statues set amidst a traditional Hebrew Passover supper scene.
Serata mużiko-letterarja bis-sehem talBanda Prekursur, b’versi ta’ Mario Borg, taħt id-direzzjoni ta’ Mro Marvin Grech.
A musico-literary evening with the participation of Prekursur Band, under the direction of Mro Marvin Grech and featuring verses by Mario Borg.
SAT 21 & SAT 28 MAR 10:00 – 13:30 SAT 4 APR 09:30 – 17:00
07:30 –16:00 – 18:00 07:30 –16:00 – 17:00 16:00 –07:00 – 12:00 17:30 06:00 – 14:30 10:00 – 13:30 09:30 –
Avveniment divertenti tal-Għid għallfamilja kollha, speċjalment għat-tfal li joffri bosta attivitajiet fosthom karużel, merry-go-round, Ferris wheel, u realtà virtwali 3D.
Several fun activities for the whole family, especially children, including a carousel, merry-go-round, Ferris wheel and our 3D virtual reality experience.
21 TILL 10
MARCH APRIL
SATURDAY FRIDAY 09:30 – 12:15
Threads of Light
art... e Gallery, 1, Triq il-Librerija, Victoria
Esibizzjoni mill-artista Anna Wright li turi xogħlijiet artistiċi maħduma minn drapp ikkulurit, kollha mimlija b’pajsaġġi mdawla bid-dawl tax-xemx, fjuri, u siġar.
An exhibition of colourful, quilted artworks by textile artist Anna Wright, capturing vibrant sun-drenched landscapes, flowers and trees in fabric.
22 MARCH
SUNDAY 17:00
Ħallu t-Tfal Jiġu Għandi
Triq Vajrinġa, Victoria
Purċissjoni animata b’kant sagru minn kor tat-tfal organizzata mill-Għaqda Dilettanti Ġimgħa l-Kbira Għawdex bis-sehem tat-tfal iġorru vari tal-Ġimgħa l-Kbira f’minjatura. Fi tmiemha se jkun hemm il-ftuħ uffiċjali tal-wirja.
A procession accompanied by sacred singing from a children’s choir, organised by the Għaqda Dilettanti Ġimgħa l-Kbira Għawdex, with children carrying miniature representations of the Passion of Christ. The event will conclude with the official opening of the exhibition.
22
MARCH
SUNDAY 19:00
Ecce Mater
St Augustine Church, Victoria
Kunċert marbut mat-tema tal-femminilità hekk kif tidher fit-tbatija tal-Madonna u fit-tbatija tal-mara u tal-omm fid-dinja tallum, li se jkun jikkonsisti f’esekuzzjonijiet ta’ marċi funebri u mużika sagra missopran Rosabelle Bianchi, it-tenur Charles Vincenti u banda, ilkoll taħt it-tmexxija mużikali u artistika ta’ Antoine Mercieca. Dħul b’xejn.
A concert centred around the theme of femininity, as reflected in the suffering of the Madonna and the contemporary struggles of women and mothers, featuring performances of funeral marches and sacred music by a band, soprano Rosabelle Bianchi, and tenor Charles Vincenti, all under the musical and artistic direction of Antoine Mercieca. Free entrance.
Tel: 2155 4747
Email: sannat.lc@gov.mt
Dramm tal-Passjoni mtella’ mill-Kunsill Lokali Ta’ Sannat Kitba u Direzzjoni Artistika: Sunny Scicluna KUNSILL LOKALI TA’ SANNAT
Waslet is-Siegħa Waslet is-Siegħa Waslet is-Siegħa
22 TILL 03
MARCH APRIL
SUNDAY FRIDAY
22 TILL 05
MARCH APRIL
SUNDAY SUNDAY
Mejda tal-Appostli
Beneath the Rotunda of St John the Baptist parvis, Ix-Xewkija
MON – SAT 17:00 – 20:00 SUN 09:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 20:00
THU 2 APR 20:00 – 23:00
FRI 3 APR 08:00 – 12:00
Mejda tal-Appostli bi statwi ta’ daqs reali magħmulin minn Hubert Saliba. Gruppi ta’ aktar minn għaxra jistgħu jattendu anke f’ħinijiet oħra billi jċemplu fuq 7956 2969.
A depiction of The Last Supper, featuring life-sized statues created by Hubert Saliba. Groups of ten or more can visit outside of opening hours by calling on 7956 2969.
Ħtija Tiegħi
St Augustine Convent, Victoria
SUN 22 MAR
24 MARCH
TUESDAY 20:00
Fi Triq Lejn l-Għolja
Cathedral of the Assumption, Victoria
09:30 – 12:00 17:00 – 19:30
09:30 – 12:00
17:00 – 00:00
09:30 – 12:00 17:00 – 22:00
09:30 – 12:00 17:00 – 20:00 08:00 – 11:00
(Official Opening) 18:30 WED 25 – FRI 27 MAR & MON 30 MARCH 17:00 – 19:30 TUE 31 MAR 09:30 – 12:00 17:00 – 19:30 THU 2 APR 09:30 – 12:00 17:00 – 00:00 FRI 3 APR 09:30 – 12:00 17:00 – 22:00 SAT 4 APR 09:30 – 12:00 17:00 – 20:00 SUN 5 APR 08:00 – 11:00
Esibizzjoni ta’ arti sagra fosthom skulturi, pitturi u kapulavuri artistiċi minn artisti lokali, organizzata mill-Għaqda Dilettanti Ġimgħa l-Kbira Għawdex.
An exhibition of sculptures, paintings, and artistic masterpieces by local artists, organised by Għaqda Dilettanti Ġimgħa l-Kbira. 17:00 –09:00 – 12:00 17:00 –20:00 – 23:00 08:00 –17:00 – 19:30
Kunċert mill-Banda Ċittadina Leone ta’ mużika sagra kif ukoll marċi funebri taħt id-direzzjoni tas-surmast Colin Attard blakkumpanjament tal-Aurora Youth Choir.
The Leone Band Club, under the direction of Mro Colin Attard, will present a concert featuring sacred music and solemn funeral marches, accompanied by the Aurora Youth Choir.
Mir-Randan sal-Għid il-Kbir
Matul ir-Randan Imqaddes hawn ninsabu miġburin biex naraw x’għamel għalina l-Imgħallem tagħna Divin!
Drawwa illi ħadet sewwa fil-gżejjer tagħna l-Maltin hija illi tara għall-wiri għadd ta’ statwetti ħelwin
Illi dawn flimkien idommu il-mumenti tal-Passjoni illi minnhom għadda Kristu –swat, żebliħ, flaġellazzjoni!
Sa ma wasal fil-quċċata tal-moħqrija w it-tbatija; fuq Salib spiċċa mdendel –tliet sigħat ta’ agunija!
U dan kollu Kristu għamlu sabiex jifdi lili w lilek; ħabib li se tara l-Wirja qis li tagħmel dejjem dmirek.
Biex mill-ġdid le terġa’ ssallab lill-Feddej tagħna l-bnedmin, iżda ismu nsebbħu, nfaħħru, għal kemm għad itulu s-snin.
Ġesù fl-Ort ġewwa l-Ġetsemani, mal-kolonna, il-Marbut, bix-xewk rasu inkurunata, bis-salib, mgħobbi, batut.
Statwa oħra turi l-laqgħa f’nofs it-telgħa tal-Qorriegħa mal-Veronika Ġesù kellu f’tagħha l-Velu ħalla x-xbieha.
Aħna nħobbu nsejħulha fost l-istatwi, il-Vara l-Kbira; fiha bosta persunaġġi ta’ kulħadd tkun żgur il-mira.
Tiġbor fiha id-Duluri, u l-Appostlu il-Maħbub; ma’ Lonġinu l-Maddalena u fin-nofs Ġesù mislub.
Statwa oħra illi nilmħu hija tal-Addolorata b’binha mejjet ġo dirgħajha minn kulħadd abbandunata.
L-aħħar statwa turi dejjem Ġesù f’qabar ġdid, midfun; tlitt ijiem jistenna jgħaddu biex mill-mewt rebbieħ iqum.
F’dal-wirjiet xi drabi tilmaħ l-Aħħar Ikla ta’ Ġesù; l-Iskarjota nkiss joħroġ moħħu mdallam, m’għadux hu!
Ecce homo! Araw bħali O kemm bata l-Feddej biex jifdina u jsalvana; ma qagħadx jara għalih x’ġej!
Ċert li dawn in-noti kiebja li ddoqq il-Banda għalina ifakkruna fit-tbatija ta’ Ġesù l-Qalb Ħanina.
Jalla dawn il-wirjiet sbejħa joħolqu fina kuxjenza ta’ ndiema, sogħba, maħfra, u b’xulxin nieħdu paċenzja.
Hekk kif ir-Randan jitlaqna Kristu Rxoxt jitfaċċa magħna tinsewx wara mewt qalila issa huwa r-Re tagħna!
Illi fuq id-dnub dlonk rebaħ biex jifdina u jsalvana; l-Għid it-tajjeb nixtequlkom jalla tgħixu lkoll ferħana!
KAV. JOE M. ATTARD Il-Belt Victoria, Għawdex
MARCH
THURSDAY
20:00
Mater Dolorosa
Basilica of St Peter & St Paul, In-Nadur
Is-Soċjetà Filarmonika Mnarja tippreżenta kunċert b’xogħlijiet sagri u klassiċi permezz ta’ solisti lokali li se jkunu akkumpanjati mill-Banda stess, ilkoll taħt id-direzzjoni mużikali ta’ Mro Dr Joseph Grech. Waqt il-kunċert se jindaqqu kapulavuri ta’ Mussorgsky, Beethoven, Ravel, Verdi u Rossini kif ukoll marċi funebri miktubin minn ex-membri tal-Banda.
The Mnarja Philharmonic Society will present a concert of sacred and classical works featuring masterpieces by Mussorgsky, Beethoven, Ravel, Verdi, and Rossini, as well as funeral marches by former band members. Resident soloists and established singers will be accompanied by the Mnarja Band, all under the direction of Mro Dr Joseph Grech.
26 TILL 03 MARCH APRIL
THURSDAY FRIDAY
Wirja - Kappella, Ave Crux, Spes
Unica A.D. 2012 (Sliem għalik, o Salib, Tama Tagħna)
24, Kenn l-Assunta, Triq Santa Marija, Victoria
THU 26 – FRI 27 MAR 09:30 – 13:30 SAT 28 MAR 09:30 – 12:30 18:00 – 19:30 SUN 29 MAR 17:30 – 20:30 MON 30 – TUE 31 MAR 09:30 – 13:30 WED 1 APR 09:30 – 13:30 18:00 – 20:30 THU 2 APR 09:30 – 13:00 19:00 – 00:00 FRI 3 APR 08:00 – 13:00 17:30 – 21:00
09:30 – 13:30 09:30 – 12:30 18:00 – 19:30 17:30 – 20:30 09:30 – 13:30 09:30 – 13:30 18:00 – 20:30 09:30 – 13:00 19:00 – 00:00 08:00 – 13:00 17:30 – 21:00
George Mercieca jippreżenta esibizzjoni ta’ arti sagra li tikkonsisti f’kappella mżejna u armata għall-okkażjoni tal-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa. Din l-esibizzjoni tinkludi xbieha għażiża u devota tal-wiċċ ta’ Kristu.
THURSDAY SATURDAY
Sitio Holy Week Exhibition
A sacred art exhibition by George Mercieca featuring an image of the face of Christ dating back to the second half of the 19th century, an original chapel decorated for this holy season, and a set of statues depicting the Passion of the Christ. 26 TILL 04 MARCH APRIL
St Joseph Band Club, Għajnsielem THU 26 MAR 19:00 –
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FRI 27 MAR 17:00 – 22:00 SAT 28 – SUN 29 MAR 09:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 22:00 MON 30 MAR
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WED 1 APR 17:00 – 21:00 THU 2 APR 09:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 23:00 FRI 3 – SAT 4 APR 09:00 – 12:00
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Wirja ta’ artifatti reliġjużi, relikwi antiki, statwi, u pitturi tal-Ġimgħa l-Kbira.
An exhibition of several religious artifacts, statues, antique relics and paintings.
IL-MADONNA TAD-DULURI OUR
LADY OF SORROWS
FRIDAY 27 MARCH
PURĊISSJONIJIET BIL-MADONNA TAD-DULURI PROCESSIONS OF OUR LADY OF SORROWS
Iż-Żebbuġ 17:00
In-Nadur 17:30
Il-Fontana 18:00
Għajnsielem 18:00
Ix-Xagħra 18:00
Il-Munxar 18:30
Ta’ Kerċem 18:45
Il-Qala 18:45
Ta’ Sannat 18:45
L-Għarb 19:00
L-Għasri 19:15 San Lawrenz 19:15
Ix-Xewkija 19:30
MARCH APRIL
THURSDAY SUNDAY
Vari u Oġġetti Sagri
Triq Wied Sara, Victoria
THU 26 MAR 09:00 – 13:00
27 MARCH
FRIDAY 18:00
Quddiesa u Purċissjoni tad-Duluri
Independence Square, Victoria
27 TILL 03
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY FRIDAY Golgota
Cultural Centre, St Francis Square, Victoria
FRI 27 MAR 09.30 – 13:00 17:00 – 10.30
SUN 29 MAR 09:30 – 12.30
MON 30 MAR – WED 1 APR 09.30 – 12.30 17:00 – 10.30
09:00 – 13:00 09:30 – 13:00 17:00 – 22:30 09:30 – 12:30 09:30 – 12:30 17:00 – 22:30
09:30 – 13:00 17:00 – 00:00
09:30 – 13:00
09:30 – 13:00 17:00 –21:00
THU 2 APR 09:30 – 13:00 17:00 – 12:00 FRI 3 APR 09:30 – 13:00 SAT 4 – SUN 5 APR 09:30 – 13:00 17:00 –21:00
Wirja ta’ vari tal-Passjoni u oġġetti sagri minn Joseph Vella fl-okkażjoni tat-30 sena mill-mewt ta’ Nazzareno Gauci.
An exhibition of statues and sacred objects related to the Passion by Joseph Vella on the 30th anniversary of the late Nazzareno Gauci.
Ċelebrazzjoni bl-Ewkaristija segwita minn purċissjoni bl-istatwa tad-Duluri.
Eucharistic celebration followed by a procession accompanied by the venerated state of Our Lady of Sorrows.
FRI 27 MAR 17:00 – 19:00 SAT 28 – SUN 29 MAR 09:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 19:00 MON 30 MAR – WED 1 APR 17:00 – 19:00
THU 2 APR 17:00 – 00:00 FRI 3 APR 09:00 – 15:00
Wirja maħduma minn Domenic Bajada fejn 15-il xenarju u 200 pastur tat-tafal jirrappreżentaw il-ġrajja kollha talPassjoni.
An exhibition that presents the captivating journey from the Lord’s Last Supper to His Resurrection. Created by Domenic Bajada, it features intricate tapestries and a collection of over 200 hand-crafted clay shepherds, depicting more than 15 poignant scenes. 17:00 – 19:00 09:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 19:00 17:00 –17:00 – 00:00 09:00 – 15:00
27 TILL 03
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY FRIDAY
Consummatum Est
Our Lady of Grace Sanctuary, Triq il-Kappuċċini, Victoria
27 TILL 03
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY FRIDAY
Wirja fin-Nadur
Dun Franġisk Grima House, Triq itTiġrija, In-Nadur
27 TILL 03
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY FRIDAY Ave Crux
Parish Centre, St John the Baptist Square, Ix-Xewkija
FRI 27 & MON 30 MAR 17:30 – 19:00
TUE 31 MAR 16:30 – 20:00
17:30 – 19:00 16:30 – 20:00
WED 1 APR 17:30 – 19:00
THU 2 APR 10:30 – 12:00 19:00 – 23:30
FRI 3 APR 09:00 – 12:00
17:30 – 19:00 10:30 – 12:00 19:00 – 23:30 09:00 – 12:00
Wirja li tinkludi Mejda tal-Appostli fuq stil Lhudi, statwi f’minjatura tal-Ġimgħa l-Kbira, mudell ta’ Sepulkru u oġġetti oħra relatati ma’ dawn il-jiem imqaddsa.
An exhibition featuring the Last Supper in a typical Hebrew setting, Good Friday miniatures, a model of the Sepulchre and other Easter-related items.
FRI 27 18:00 – 20:00 SUN 29 & TUE 31 MAR 10:00 – 12:00 17:30 – 19:30 THU 2 19:00 – 23:00 FRI 3 APR 09:00 – 12:00
FRI 27 MAR
18:00 – 20:00 10:00 – 12:00 17:30 – 19:30 19:00 – 23:00 09:00 – 12:00 19:00 – 22:00 17:00 – 20:00 20:00 – 23:00 08:00 – 12:00
Wirja tal-Aħħar Ċena mill-Għaqda Ħbieb tal-Presepju Nadur, fejn il-viżitaturi jkunu jistgħu japprezzaw ix-xogħol u s-sengħa tal-artisti involuti hekk kif jesperjenzaw ambjent li jieħdok lura f’dawn iż-żminijiet għażiża.
An exhibition featuring a representation of the Last Supper, commemorating Good Friday and Holy Week.
19:00 – 22:00 SAT 28 MAR – WED 1 APR 17:00 – 20:00 THU 2 APR 20:00 – 23:00 FRI 3 APR 08:00 – 12:00
Wirja ta’ Kurċifissi.
An exhibition of crucifixes.
27 TILL 04
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SATURDAY
10:00 – 12:00 | 16:00 – 20:00
Ecce Homo
Teatru Astra, Victoria
Esibizzjoni mill-Għaqda Armar San Ġorġ ta’ statwi f’minjatura, żewġ vari life-size li fl-antik kienu joħorġu fil-purċissjoni mill-Bażilika ta’ San Ġorġ xogħol ta’ Karlu Darmanin u Alfred u Michael Camilleri Cauchi, abbozz oriġinali tat-tafal talistatwa preżenti tal-Bażilika Ġorġjana, u pitturi fil-maġġoranza tagħhom xogħol lokali, li juru t-Tielet Misteru tat-Tbatija: Ġesù inkurunat bil-kuruna tax-xewk. Id-dħul huwa b’xejn.
An exhibition of statues and artworks, most of which were crafted locally, depicting the Third Mystery of the Rosary: Jesus crowned with thorns. In addition, a collection of miniature statues will be on display, including antique life-size statues that were once part of the St George’s Basilica procession.
27 TILL 04
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SATURDAY 17:00 – 21:00
Hebdomada Sancta
St Gregory Square, Ta’ Kerċem
Installazzjoni ta’ salib ta’ seba’ metri bittema tal-Ġublew u Via Crucis magħmula minn erbatax-il salib fejn kull salib se jkun dekorat b’pittura ta’ Roberto Ferro. Dawn kollha se jiġu mixgħula kuljum b’akkumpanjament ta’ mużika funebri.
A poignant installation featuring a sevenmetre towering crucifix, accompanied by a Via Crucis composed of fourteen illuminated crucifixes. Each crucifix will be adorned with evocative paintings by Roberto Ferro and accompanied by a daily soundtrack of sacred music.
27 TILL 04
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SATURDAY
Pellegrini tat-Tama
Parish Hall, Ta’ Kerċem
MON – FRI 18:00 – 21:00 SAT – SUN 08:30 - 12:00 18:00 – 21:00
Żewġ esibizzjonijiet; waħda ta’ sett statwetti tal-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa - xogħol maħdum lokalment minn Frankie Cassar - kif ukoll wirja awtentika tal-Mejda talAppostli fuq stil Lhudi.
Two exhibitions by Frankie Cassar: A depiction of the Last Supper in a historically authentic style, and an exhibition of small statues of the Passion Week.
27 TILL 04
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SATURDAY
Vir Dolorum
Serenity, Triq l-Isptar San Ġiljan, Il-Fontana
27 TILL 05
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SUNDAY Għad-Dell tas-Salib
Pupu’s Hall, Triq Diċembru 13, In-Nadur
27 TILL 05
MARCH APRIL
FRIDAY SUNDAY Passio Domini
Beneath the Visitation Parish House, l-Għarb
FRI 27 MAR 19:30 – 21:30
SUN 29 MAR & WED 1 APR 10:00 – 12:30 17:00 – 21:30
THU 2 APR 10:00 – 12:30 19:30 – 00:00
FRI 3 – SAT 4 APR 08:00 – 12:30 17:00 – 21:30
19:30 – 21:30 10:00 –17:00 – 21:30 10:00 –19:30 – 00:00 08:00 –17:00 – 21:30
Wirja ta’ sett ta’ vari maħdumin fi Spanja b’dekorazzjoni li tikkumplimenta l-vari, kif ukoll artal tas-sepulkru. Għal aktar informazzjoni kkuntattjaw lis-Sur Simon Micallef fuq 9988 0764.
An original exhibition featuring miniature statues crafted in Spain, along with many articles related to the passion of Christ. Visitors will also be able to find a replica of the Sepulchre altar. For more information call Simon Micallef on 9988 0764.
FRI 27 & SAT 28 MAR 18:00 – 21:00 SUN 29 MAR 09:00 – 11:30 17:00 – 21:00 MON 30 MAR 18:00 – 21:00 TUE 31 MAR 09:00 – 11:00 18:00 – 21:00
18:00 – 21:00 09:00 – 11:30 17:00 – 21:00 18:00 – 21:00
09:00 – 11:00 18:00 – 21:00 09:00 – 12:00 18:00 – 21:00
WED 1 APR 09:00 – 12:00 18:00 – 21:00 THU 2 APR 09:00 – 12:00 18:00 – 23:00
09:00 – 12:00 18:00 – 23:00 09:00 – 12:00
17:00 – 23:00
09:00 – 11:00
18:00 – 21:00
FRI 3 APR 09:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 23:00 SAT 4 APR 09:00 – 11:00 18:00 – 21:00 SUN 5 APR 08:30 – 12:00
08:30 – 12:00 20:00 –19:30 –09:00 – 12:00 19:30 – 21:00 20:00 –09:00 –
Wirja organizzata mill-Għaqda Armar Diċembru 13 Nadur li tinkludi bosta oġġetti sagri u statwi.
An exhibition of various sacred items and statues organised by Għaqda Armar Triq Diċembru 13 Nadur.
FRI 27 MAR 20:00 – 21:30 SAT 28 MAR 19:30 – 21:00 SUN 29 MAR 09:00 – 12:00 MON 30 MAR – WED 1 APR 19:30 – 21:00 THU 2 APR 20:00 – 23:00 FRI 3 – SUN 5 APR 09:00 – 12:00
Mejda tal-Appostli mħejjija għall-Ikla tal-Għid skont id-drawwa Lhudija.
Depiction of the Last Supper’s table as influenced by Hebrew tradition.
28 MARCH
SATURDAY 09:30
Togħma Tajba tal-Għid
Xagħra Youth Centre, Triq it-28 ta’ April 1688, Ix-Xagħra
Attività tal-Għid fejn it-tfal u ż-żgħażagħ jitrawmu fl-użanzi lokali billi jitgħallmu jippreparaw ikel u ħelu tradizzjonali.
An Easter activity where children and young people engage in local traditions by learning to prepare traditional foods and sweets.
28 TILL 04 MARCH APRIL
SATURDAY SATURDAY 15:30 – 19:30
Il-Passjoni Quddiemna
The Basilica’s Sacristy Crypt, L-Aċipriet Martin Camilleri Square, In-Nadur
Programm li jinkludi workshops għat-tfal u żgħażagħ biex joħolqu simboli marbuta mal-Passjoni ta’ Kristu magħmula bl-ismid fuq platti, li se jinġabru f’esibizzjoni unika, li tiftaħ dakinhar stess u ddum sa tmiem il-ġimgħa. Hemm tkun esposta wkoll xena tal-Golgota kif ispirata mir-rakkonti bibliċi.
Workshops for children and youth to create semolina plates depicting symbols of the Passion of Christ, culminating in a public exhibition that opens thereafter till the end of the week. Additionally, the parish will present a ‘Golgotha’ model representation inspired by the biblical accounts.
28 MARCH
SATURDAY 17:30
Purċissjoni tal-Vari tal-Passjoni
Church of St Joseph, Il-Qala
Purċissjoni bil-vari tal-Passjoni bis-sehem ta’ bosta reffiegħa u fratelli akkumpanjati mill-Banda Ite ad Joseph li se tesigwixxi marċi funebri taħt id-direzzjoni ta’ Mro Mark Gauci.
A procession of statues depicting the Passion of Our Lord, accompanied by funeral marches played by the Ite ad Joseph Band under the direction of Mro Mark Gauci.
28
MARCH
SATURDAY 19:00
La Desolata
St Margaret Parish Church, Ta’ Sannat
Is-Soċjetà Mużikali Santa Margerita V.M. ta’ Sannat tippreżenta kunċert ta’ mużika sagra u marċi funebri bis-sehem talBanda Santa Margerita taħt id-direzzjoni tas-surmast direttur Mro George Apap.
Soċjetà Mużikali Santa Margerita V.M. proudly presents a concert of sacred music and funeral marches with the participation of St Margaret Band under the direction of Mro George Apap.
28 TILL 05 MARCH APRIL
SATURDAY SUNDAY 17:00 – 20:00
Il-Misteru tal-Aħħar Ċena
Church of the Assumption basement, Iż-Żebbuġ
Permezz ta’ installazzjoni artistika, materjal edukattiv, u narrazzjoni fuq il-Bibbja, din l-esibizzjoni se toħloq atmosfera tassew reali tal-Aħħar Ċena u b’hekk toffri esperjenza aktar immersiva, kulturali u spirtwali.
This immersive exhibition will recreate the scene of the Last Supper, combining artistic installations, educational materials, and biblical storytelling. The aim is to offer parishioners and visitors a reflective, cultural, and spiritual experience that deepens understanding of the Passion of Christ.
28 TILL 06
MARCH APRIL
SATURDAY MONDAY
L-Aħħar Ġimgħa ta’ Ġesù
Jesus of Nazareth Church, Ix-Xagħra
MON – FRI 16:00 – 20:00 SAT 16:00 – 21:00 SUN 10:00 – 12:00 15:00 – 20:00
Wirja ta’ statwi u pitturi li jirrappreżentaw l-aħħar mumenti ta’ Ġesù skont ir-rakkonti tal-Vanġelu u l-ktieb ta’ Mons. Lawrenz Xiberras.
An exhibition of statues and paintings depicting the final moments of Jesus, based on the accounts of the Gospel and the book by Mgr Lawrenz Xiberras. 16:00 – 20:00 16:00 – 21:00 10:00 – 12:00 15:00 – 20:00
SUNDAY 29 MARCH PURĊISSJONI TA’ ĦADD IL-PALM PALM SUNDAY PROCESSION
L-Għasri 08:30
Il-Munxar 08:30
Ix-Xewkija 09:00
Ix-Xagħra 09:15
Għajnsielem 09:30
In-Nadur 09:30
L-Għarb 09:45 Il-Katidral 09:45 San Lawrenz 10:15 Il-Fontana 10:15 Ta’ Kerċem 10:15 Il-Qala 10:15 Iż-Żebbuġ 10:15 San Ġorġ 10:30
MARCH APRIL
SATURDAY SUNDAY
A Sacred Dialogue
The Sacred Heart Seminary Hall, Gozo Seminary, Victoria
MON – SUN 10:00 – 17:00
Wirja ta’ arti kontemporanja mtellgħa millartisti Christopher Saliba u Mario Sammut, u kurata minn Joseph Calleja, li tlaqqa’ pittura u skultura fi djalogu meditattiv bejn materja u spirtu, dawl u forma. Għal aktar informazzjoni kkuntattjaw fuq: 7906 9325 / 9904 0848.
28 TILL 14 MARCH APRIL
SATURDAY TUESDAY 09:00 – 17:00
Harmony in Contrasts
Il-Ħaġar │Heart of Gozo Museum, Cultural Centre, and Community Space, St George’s Square, Victoria
Wirja ta’ pittura, inċiżjoni u skultura li tesplora l-bilanċ dinamiku bejn elementi opposti: dawl u dell, forma u vojt, tradizzjoni u modernità. Peress li tiġbor xogħlijiet ta’ Valerio Schembri u Paul Stellini, din l-esibizzjoni tiċċelebra kif il-kuntrast jista’ joħloq unità, hekk li juri s-sbuħija permezz tat-tensjoni u d-djalogu bejn il-medja.
29 MARCH
SUNDAY 09:00
Infiorata
Visitation Square, L-Għarb
A contemporary art exhibition by artists Christopher Saliba and Mario Sammut, curated by Joseph Calleja, which explores the convergence of painting and sculpture in a meditative exchange between material and spirit, light and form. For more information contact: 7906 9325 / 9904 0848.
A curated exhibition of paintings, etchings, and sculptures that explores the dynamic balance between opposing elements –light and shadow, form and void, tradition and modernity. Bringing together works by Valerio Schembri and Paul Stellini, the exhibition celebrates how contrast can create unity, revealing beauty through tension and dialogue across mediums. 28 TILL 12
Infiorata b’disinn simboliku tal-Għid magħmula bl-użu ta’ petali tal-fjuri, melħ u materjal ieħor mill-Assoċjazzjoni Maltija EspressjonArti Għarb.
An Infiorata created by the Assoċjazzjoni Maltija EspressjonArti Għarb using flower petals, salt and other materials, which features a design that symbolises Easter and the Lenten Period.
29 MARCH
SUNDAY 11:00
Lignum Vitæ
Basilica of the Visitation of Our Lady, L-Għarb
Kunċert ta’ mużika sagra mill-Banda Viżitazzjoni taħt id-direzzjoni ta’ Mro Jason Camilleri.
A sacred music concert by the Visitation Band under the musical direction of Mro Jason Camilleri.
29 MARCH
SUNDAY 14:00 – 17:00
Unleashing Easter Delight
Visitation Square, L-Għarb
Attività fejn tfal u adulti jkunu jistgħu jagħmlu bajda tal-Għid taċ-ċikkulata u wara jżiduha b’tiżjin li jridu. Għal din l-attività, ikun meħtieġ li tirreġistra minn qabel u tirriserva post billi żżur il-paġna tal-Facebook: Kunsill Lokali - GħarbLocal Council.
An entertaining activity for all, where children will have the opportunity to make their own Easter Egg and parents are encouraged to join in and help. Preregistration prior to the event is highly recommended and can be made via the Għarb Local Council Facebook page.
29 MARCH
SUNDAY 18:00
Pageant tal-Passjoni mit-Tfal
Triq il-Knisja, Ix-Xagħra
Purċissjoni-paġent organizzata millGrupp tal-Vokazzjonijiet tax-Xagħra bissehem tat-tfal, il-biċċa l-kbira minnhom taħt l-14-il sena, li tirrappreżenta l-Passjoni ta’ Sidna Ġesù Kristu.
A children’s pageantry procession depicting the Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ, organised by the Xagħra Vocational Group and featuring young participants, primarily under the age of 14. The pageant is a small-scale replica of the renowned pageant held on Good Friday.
29 MARCH
SUNDAY 18:00
Purċissjoni tal-Ġimgħa l-Kbira
Cathedral of the Assumption, Victoria
Purċissjoni tal-Ġimgħa l-Kbira millKatidral bis-sehem tal-Banda Ċittadina Leone, ir-Rev.mu Kapitlu Katidrali u l-persunaġġi bibliċi.
Good Friday Procession led by the Cathedral Chapter and accompanied by the Leone Band Club and biblical characters.
29 MARCH
SUNDAY 20:00
X’Inhi l-Verità?
Basilica of St Peter & St Paul, In-Nadur
Produzzjoni live li tirrakkonta l-ġuri ta’ Kristu quddiem Pilatu, li wara li ma ħax il-pariri ta’ martu Claudia Procula u taċĊenturjun personali tiegħu, baqa’ jhewden għal bosta snin wara l-mewt ta’ Kristu.
A live production featuring the trial of Jesus before Pontius Pilate, who, after ignoring the advice from his wife Claudia Procula and from his personal Centurion, continues to be haunted by the event for many years.
29 TILL 03
MARCH APRIL
SUNDAY FRIDAY Eloî, Lema Sabaqtani!
Dar ta’ Dun Mikiel, Triq San Franġisk, Il-Qala
SUN 29 MAR 08:00 – 12:00 MON 30 MAR – WED 1 APR 16:00 – 20:00 THU 2 APR 16:00 – 00:00 FRI 3 APR 08:00 – 14:00
Wirja fejn wieħed jista’ jara presepju tal-Għid dwar il-Passjoni ta’ Sidna Ġesù Kristu, maħdum bi stil tradizzjonali Malti minn bosta żgħażagħ Qalin.
An exhibition where one can see an Easter crib scene, depicting the Passion of Jesus Christ, built by local youngsters using traditional artistic techniques.
SUNDAY FRIDAY
Iċ-Ċena tas-Sinjur
Society of Christian Doctrine (MUSEUM), Triq Dun Ġorġ Preca, In-Nadur
SUN 29 MAR 09:30 – 11:30 15:30 – 18:00
09:30 – 11:30 15:30 – 18:00
MON 30 MAR – WED 1 APR 18:00 – 21:00
29 TILL 03
MARCH APRIL
SUNDAY FRIDAY
In Coena Domini
Dar ta’ Dun Mikiel, Triq San Franġisk, Il-Qala
SUN 29 MAR 11:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 19:00
29 TILL 04
MARCH APRIL
SUNDAY SATURDAY 17:00 – 20:00
Exhibition
Sacristy of Corpus Christi Church, L-Għasri
THU 2 APR 18:00 – 23:00
FRI 3 APR 09:00 – 15:00 19:30 – 21:30
18:00 – 21:00 18:00 – 23:00 09:00 – 15:00 19:30 – 21:30
F’ambjent tipiku Lhudi, l-artist James Azzopardi jippreżenta 15-il statwa ta’ daqs reali mdawrin ma’ Mejda tal-Appostli li hi mtellgħa bil-kollaborazzjoni tasSoċjetà tad-Duttrina Nisranija (MUSEUM). Għal żjajjar filgħodu ċemplu fuq 9986 6777.
A replica of The Last Supper which includes 15 life-size statues sculpted by artist James Azzopardi and presented in a typical Hebrew setting, by the Society of Christian Doctrine (MUSEUM). For morning group visits please contact 9986 6777.
MON 30 MAR – WED 1 APR 18:00 – 20:00 THUR 2 APR 18:00 – 00:00 FRI 3 APR 09:00 – 12:00
Esibizzjoni mtellgħa mill-Għaqda Briju San Ġużepp, b’kollaborazzjoni malParroċċa tal-Qala, fejn permezz ta’ fjakkli u effetti tad-dawl, il-pubbliku jista’ jesperjenza mumenti kruċjali tal-Passjoni b’rappreżentazzjoni tal-Aħħar Ċena u l-Ġnien tal-Ġetsemani.
An exhibition organised by Għaqda Briju San Ġużepp, in collaboration with the Qala Parish, that portrays the Last Supper in a Hebrew setting and the Garden of Gethsemane. Lanterns and light fixtures help bring to life the Lord’s agony during His last moments. 11:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 19:00 18:00 – 20:00 18:00 – 00:00 09:00 – 12:00
Wirja li fiha se jiġu esibiti xogħlijiet artistiċi li jirriflettu l-ispirtwalità, is-sinifikat u t-tradizzjonijiet marbuta mal-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa.
A sacred art exhibition that reflects the spirituality, significance, and tradition related to the Holy Week.
29 TILL 05
MARCH APRIL
SUNDAY SUNDAY
29 TILL 05 MARCH APRIL
SUNDAY SUNDAY
Il-Passjoni
Triq Ġoma, Iż-Żebbuġ
Wirja b’sett statwi marbuta ma’ dawn iż-żminijiet - fl-ambjent tal-Golgota - li se tkun esposta fit-twieqi tal-faċċata tal-każin tal-Banda.
An exhibition which includes a set of precious and antique statues connected with the Holy Week, displayed behind a window in a Golgotha-themed setting.
Anima Christi
St Peter & St Paul Square shelter, In-Nadur
30 MARCH MONDAY 18:30
Purċissjoni tal-Ġimgħa Kbira filMunxar
Church Square, Il-Munxar
SUN 29 MAR 09:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 20:00
MON 30 MAR – WED 1 & SAT 4 APR 17:00 – 20:00 THU 2 APR 17:00 – 22:30 FRI 3 APR 08:00 – 11:00 SUN 5 APR 09:00 – 12:00
09:00 – 12:00 17:00 – 20:00 17:00 – 20:00 17:00 – 22:30 08:00 – 11:00 09:00 – 12:00
Wirja sagra mill-Għaqda Armar Triq il-Kappillan fejn wieħed ikun jista’ jara stazzjonijiet mill-ġrajja tal-Passjoni.
An exhibition of the stations representing The Passion of the Christ, including the triumph of His resurrection.
Purċissjoni li ssir b’devozzjoni kbira fejn matulha tingħad il-Via Crucis u fiha jipparteċipaw tfal, żgħażagħ, adulti u anzjani lebsin ta’ personaġġi bibliċi.
A procession held with great devotion, during which the Way of the Cross is recited, while children, young people, adults, and the elderly participate, dressed as biblical characters.
30 MARCH
MONDAY 19:00
Pellegrinaġġ bir-Rende ntur
St Francis Conventual Church, Victoria
Pellegrinaġġ bl-istatwa tar-Redentur mill-Knisja ta’ San Franġisk għall-Bażilika ta’ San Ġorġ.
Pilgrimage with the statue of Christ the Redeemer from St Francis Church to St George’s Basilica.
30 MARCH
MONDAY 19:30
Victima Paschalis (Vittmi tal-Għid)
Basilica of the Nativity of Our Lady, Ix-Xagħra
Is-Soċjetà Filarmonika Victory tippreżenta programm ta’ mużika funebri bis-sehem tal-Banda Victory u solisti, ilkoll taħt id-direzzjoni tas-Surmast Direttur Mro Marvin Grech.
An evening of solemn music presented by the Victory Philharmonic Society, featuring the renowned Victory Band and distinguished soloists, under the direction of Mro Marvin Grech.
30 MARCH
MONDAY 20:00 Sacred Concert
St George’s Basilica, Victoria
Kunċert ta’ mużika sagra mill-Banda Ċittadina La Stella taħt id-direzzjoni mużikali tas-surmast Dr John Galea.
A sacred music concert presented by La Stella Band, under the musical direction of Mro Dr John Galea.
30 TILL 04
MARCH APRIL
MONDAY SATURDAY
Il-Mixegħla tal-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa filMunxar
Church Square, Il-Munxar
Il-pjazza tar-raħal se tilbes libsa ta’ qima u devozzjoni b’rabta mal-attivitajiet tal-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa li se tkun tinkludi wkoll fjakkolata matul it-triq flimkien ma’ slaleb imdawla.
The village square will be adorned in an atmosphere of reverence and devotion in relation to the Holy Week activities, which will also include a torchlight procession along the street with illuminated crosses.
31 TILL 04
MARCH APRIL
31 MARCH
01
APRIL
TUESDAY
TUESDAY SATURDAY
WEDNESDAY 10:00
Crux Fidelis
Clay Moulding with Meaning
Yummy Yummy…. Baking with the Bunny
Fontana Local Council – Community Hall, Triq ta’ Mulejja, Il-Fontana
Vocational Centre, Triq Ġużeppi Diacono, Ix-Xagħra
SESSION 1 (5 – 8 yrs)
St Mary Philharmonic Society Band Club, Triq Ġoma, Iż-Żebbuġ
09:00 – 10:30
SESSION 2 (9 – 14 yrs) 11:00 – 12:00
TUE 31 MAR 17:00 – 20:00 WED 1 APR 09:00 – 12:00 15:00 – 20:00 THU 2 APR 09:00 – 12:00 15:00 - 22:30 FRI 3 APR 09:00 – 12:00 16:00 – 21:00 SAT 4 APR 09:00 – 12:00 16:00 – 19:00
17:00 –09:00 – 12:00 15:00 –09:00 – 12:00 15:00 –09:00 – 12:00 16:00 – 21:00 09:00 – 12:00 16:00 – 19:00
09:00 –11:00 – 12:00
Sessjonijiet ta’ mudellatura fit-tafal li joffru
teknika bażika tradizzjonali taċ-ċeramika. Il-parteċipanti se josservaw oġġetti tradizzjonali tal-Għid waqt li joħolqu l-arti tagħhom li se tkun moħmija u tkun tista’ tinġabar aktar ’il quddiem. Biex it-tfal jattendu kkuntattjaw lill-Kunsill Lokali fuq 2155 8877.
Mejda tal-Appostli u rappreżentazzjoni tal-Ġnien tal-Ort tal-Ġetsenami mtellgħin mill-għaqda ‘Il-Milied fixXagħra’ b’kollaborazzjoni maċ-Ċentru tal-Vokazzjonijiet tax-Xagħra. Il-mejda se turi dak li l-appostli ħejjew fl-Aħħar Ċena u se tkun animata b’rakkont minn xi tfal nhar Ħamis ix-Xirka filgħaxija.
Għaqda ‘Il-Milied fix-Xagħra’, in collaboration with the Xagħra Vocational Centre, is organising an exhibition featuring a represenation of the Garden of Gethsemane and the Last Supper, animated by children.
Clay-moulding sessions offering an opportunity to learn traditional ceramics techniques as a source of artistic and cultural inspiration. Participants will explore various traditional Easter items while creating their own ceramic piece. Through practical, interactive, and engaging learning experiences, participants will gain a deeper understanding of these time-honoured traditions. Items crafted will be baked and collected at a later set date. For the children to attend, please contact the Local Council on 2155 8877.
Attività b’xejn għat-tfal fejn dawn jingħatawlhom lezzjonijiet ta’ tisjir li bihom jitgħallmu jagħmlu figolla billi jħejju l-għaġina, il-mili u d-dekorazzjoni tagħha.
A free workshop for children and adults on how to make, bake and decorate the traditional Maltese figolla.
01
APRIL
WEDNESDAY 17:30
Pellegrinaġġ Penitenzjali bir-Redentur
Triq Sptar San Ġiljan, Il-Fontana
Pellegrinaġġ penitenzjali bl-istatwa ta’ Ġesù mgħobbi s-Salib, mis-Santwarju tal-Madonna ta’ Pompej fil-Belt Victoria, sas-Santwarju tal-Fontana.
Penitential pilgrimage with the effigy of Christ carrying the Cross from the Church of Our Lady of Pompei in Victoria to Fontana Parish Church.
01
APRIL
WEDNESDAY 19:00
Adoratio Crucis
Old Parish Church, Għajnsielem
It-tielet edizzjoni tal-kunċert b’mużika sagra organizzat mill-Għaqda Mużikali San Ġużepp - Għajnsielem A.D. 1928 bil-parteċipazzjoni tas-St Joseph Band School of Music flimkien mal-Kor Virgo, ilkoll taħt id-direzzjoni tal-Assistent Surmast Paul Rapa. Id-dħul huwa b’xejn.
The third edition of this sacred recital organised by Għaqda Mużikali San Ġużepp - Għajnsielem A.D. 1928 featuring St Joseph Band School of Music together with Virgo Choir under the musical direction of Asst Dir. Paul Rapa. Free entrance.
01
APRIL
WEDNESDAY 19:30
In Finem Dilexit Eos
Church of the Assumption, Iż-Żebbuġ
Kunċert mis-Soċjetà Filarmonika Santa Marija - f’kollaborazzjoni mal-Parroċċa ta’ Santa Marija, iż-Żebbuġ, Għawdex, flimkien mal-Korijiet tal-Parroċċa, l-Orgni u l-Arpa - fejn se jiġi ppreżentat programm mużikali mżewwaq b’mużika sagra u riflessjonijiet taħt id-direzzjoni tasSurmast Direttur Dr Joseph Grech u blassistenza tal-Asst Surmast Franco Cefai.
A concert of sacred music and contemporary reflections, performed by the St Mary Band in collaboration with the parish church. This musical programme, under the direction of Musical Director Dr Joseph Grech and with the assistance of Mro Franco Cefai will be enhanced by the parish choirs, together with the organ, cello and other instruments.
02
APRIL
THURSDAY
19:00 – 23:30
Lux Lucernae - Mixegħla ta’ Ħamis ix-Xirka
Sacred Heart of Jesus Shrine parvis, Il-Fontana
Għad-disa’ sena konsekuttiva, iz-zuntier se jinxtegħel b’ammont kbir ta’ xemgħat li jiffurmaw immaġini abbinati mal-Passjoni ta’ Sidna Ġesù Kristu.
For the ninth consecutive year, the local church parvis will be lit with candles that form a display portraying the Passion of Christ.
02
APRIL
THURSDAY 19:00 – 00:00
Mixegħla ta’ Ħamis ix-Xirka
St Joseph Square, Il-Qala
Installazzjoni ta’ simbolu b’rabta malfesti tal-Għid magħmula minn xemgħat u effetti ta’ dawl.
An evocative Easter installation comprised of light and candlelight, creating a symbolic design.
02
APRIL
THURSDAY 19:00 – 00:00
Fejn Hemm id-Dlam Ħallini ħa Nkebbes id-Dawl
Our Lady of Grace Sanctuary parvis, Triq il-Kappuċċini, Victoria
Mixegħla bix-xemgħat fuq tema Franġiskana b’rabta speċjali ma’ dawn iż-żminijiet imqaddsa.
A Franciscan-themed candle installation, woven with symbolic representations of the Passion of the Christ.
02
APRIL
THURSDAY 19:30
Lux Crucifixus (Dawl tal-Imsallab)
St Gregory Square, Triq Franġisk u Rosa Camilleri & Triq l-Avukat A. Calleja, Ta’ Kerċem
Simboli reliġjużi, effetti tad-dawl kif ukoll mixegħla bix-xemgħa fl-inħawi ta’ madwar il-Knisja Parrokkjali ta’ Kerċem li flimkien se joħolqu atmosfera ta’ riflessjoni relatata ma’ żmien il-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa.
Candlelight and light projections incorporating religious symbols will illuminate the surrounding area of the parish church in Ta’ Kerċem, creating a unique ambiance for Holy Week.
02 03
APRIL APRIL
THURSDAY FRIDAY
02 03
APRIL
APRIL
Esibizzjoni tal-Ġimgħa Mqaddsa
Holy Week Exhibition
Parish Hall, Ta’ Sannat
THU 2 APR 20:00 – 00:00 FRI 3 APR 08:00 – 12:00
Wirja ta’ Mejda tal-Appostli mtellgħa mis-Sezzjoni Żgħażagħ Palmisti Sannat fi ħdan il-Parroċċa ta’ Santa Margerita.
An exhibition of the Last Supper organised by Sezzjoni Żgħażagħ Palmisti Sannat within the St Margaret Parish.
THURSDAY FRIDAY It-Twaqqif tal-Ewkaristija
Madonna of Loreto Square, Għajnsielem
20:30 – 23:30 09:00 – 10:30
THU 2 APR 20:30 – 23:30 FRI 3 APR 09:00 – 10:30
Għaqda Drammatika Għajnsielem se tfakkar it-Twaqqif tal-Ewkaristija permezz ta’ rappreżentazzjoni tal-Aħħar Ċena fejn bosta atturi se jirrappreżentaw lil Ġesù u l-appostli fil-lejl tal-Ewkaristija.
A live re-enactment of The Last Supper by Għaqda Drammatika Għajnsielem, where actors will portray Jesus sharing his final meal with the Apostles before his Crucifixion.
IL-ĠIMGĦA L-KBIRA
FRIDAY 03 APRIL
TAL-ĠIMGĦA L-KBIRA GOOD FRIDAY PROCESSION SAN ĠORĠ 17:30 IN-NADUR 18:00 IX-XAGĦRA 18:00 IŻ-ŻEBBUĠ 18:00
03
APRIL
FRIDAY
18:00 – 21:00
Mixegħla u Salib tal-Ġimgħa l-Kbira
Triq San Ġwann, In-Nadur
Għat-tielet sena konsekuttiva l-Għaqda
Armar Triq San Ġwann Nadur qed torganizza din il-wirja fuq barra li tikkonsisti minn salib imdawwal u fjakkolata b’disinn relatat ma’ dan iż-żmien qaddis.
For the third consecutive year, Għaqda Armar Triq San Ġwann Nadur will organise an illuminated Cross and traditional fjakkolata.
04 APRIL
SATURDAY 14:00
Easter Egg Hunt
Ta’ Passi Fields, Għajnsielem
Attività għall-familja kollha li tinkludi ħafna logħob u divertiment.
An exciting family activity, filled with fun and entertainment.
05 APRIL
SUNDAY 20:00
Irxoxt Firefest
St Gregory Square, Ta’ Kerċem
Spettaklu mtella’ mill-Għaqda Nar Kerċem, b’nar sinkronizzat mal-mużika, fejn l-istruttura tal-Irxoxt hi maħduma minn xogħol mekkanizzat u materjal riċiklabbli.
A synchronised fireworks show, organised by the Għaqda Nar Kerċem, featuring a mechanical structure of the Resurrection of Christ, built from recyclable material.
4 – 11 April Ta Dbiegi Poster
EASTER EGG HUNT
Ta’ Dbieġi Artisan Village
4th to 11th April (excluding Easter Sunday)
These Easter Holidays, embark on an Easter Egg Hunt at the Ta’ Dbieġi Artisan Village, and enter the chance to win a €100 voucher from the artisans! Scan QR Code for more details!
CHRIST
KRISTU RXOXT RISEN
SUNDAY 05 APRIL
PURĊISSJONI BL-ISTATWA TA’ KRISTU RXOXT
PROCESSION WITH THE STATUE OF THE RISEN CHRIST
SAN ĠORĠ 08:45
GĦAJNSIELEM 09:15
IN-NADUR 09:30
IX-XEWKIJA 09:30
IL-FONTANA 11:00
IL-KATIDRAL 11:00
IL-QALA 11:15
IŻ-ŻEBBUĠ 17:00
L-GĦARB 18:00
IX-XAGĦRA 18:00
MONDAY
10:00
Egg Hunt in the Valley
Marsalforn Valley, Iż-Żebbuġ
Attività edukattiva għat-tfal bilparteċipazzjoni ta’ għalliema minn STEM fejn se jkun hemm ukoll bouncy castle, face painting, pony u train rides. Dħul b’xejn.
An educational and fun event with participation of STEM teachers, featuring a bouncy castle, face painting, pony rides and a train ride from Marsalforn Valley to Xwejni and back.
Ministeru għal Għawdex u l-Ippjanar
Ministry for Gozo and Planning 2210 0100
Uffiċċju tal-Kultura f’Għawdex
Gozo Culture Office 2215 6700
Uffiċċju tal-Informazzjoni għat-Turisti
Tourist Information Office 2291 5452/3
PARROCCI F’GHAWDEX PARISHES IN GOZO
Il-Fontana
2155 6097
Għajnsielem
2155 4615 / 2156 1030
L-Għarb
2155 6129
L-Għasri
2156 0137
Il-Munxar
2156 4563 / 2155 3764 / 2156 0845
In-Nadur
2155 1649 / 2156 2284
Il-Qala
2155 6684 / 2155 8552
San Lawrenz 2155 6073
Ta’ Kerċem 2155 1355
Ta’ Sannat 2155 1435
Il-Katidral 2155 4101
San Ġorġ 2155 6377
Is-Santwarju Nazzjonali Ta’ Pinu 2155 6187
Ix-Xagħra 2155 9949 / 2155 7881
Ix-Xewkija 2155 6793 / 2156 4608
Iż-Żebbuġ 2155 4882 / 2155 9043
Qoxra tal-Ktieb / Front Cover
TAGHRIF IEHOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
L-Isptar Ġenerali ta’ GħawdexEmerġenza Gozo General Hospital - Emergency
L-Għassa tal-Pulizija (Victoria) Police Station
2040
Is-Seminarju Maġġuri ta’ Għawdex Gozo Seminary
2155 1211 2155 6479
Il-Kurja tal-Isqof Gozo Curia
L-informazzjoni f’dan il-ktejjeb ġiet miġbura b’reqqa u attenzjoni. Il-Ministeru għal Għawdex u l-Ippjanar ma jerfa’ l-ebda responsabbilità għal kull tibdil li jista’ jinqala’ fl-attivitajiet. Żomm ruħek aġġornat fuq l-avvenimenti kollha li jsiru f’Għawdex permezz ta’ www.eventsingozo.com jew segwu l-paġna ta’ Facebook: EventsinGozo.
The information in this booklet has been collected with thorough attention. The Ministry for Gozo and Planning is not responsible for any changes that might happen within the programme. To stay up to date with all the events in Gozo visit the official website www. eventsingozo.com or follow EventsinGozo Facebook page.
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