Feast of St Julian
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Feast of St Julian

Sun, 30 August 2026St. Julian's Parish Church, St Julian's

St Julian's marks its titular feast with some of the island's most distinctive traditions, including the ceremonial Musketterija and the competitive Ġostra — a greased-pole contest over the water. Alongside the spectacle come band marches, a procession and fireworks in the town's seafront setting. It suits families, thrill-watchers and visitors after authentic feast traditions. Entry is free.

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Tip
Free to attend; start time not listed — check the parish schedule.
Setting
outdoor
Best for
festa traditions and Ġostra
Language
en

Where

St. Julian's Parish Church

Lapsi Street, St Julian's, Malta

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