Malta Bank Holidays and Public Holidays 2025/26

Planning your year in Malta requires knowing the official public holiday dates. This guide provides the complete Malta bank holidays calendar, including key observances such as Easter Monday and Boxing Day. From New Year’s Day to Christmas Day, and including patriotic holidays in Malta like Freedom Day and Sette Giugno, we’ve got all the flag-flying days in Malta covered.

Malta Bank & Public Holidays

Malta celebrates 14 public and national holidays each year. All are paid non-working days, though some observances in Malta, like Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, are not official days off. The government distinguishes between public and national holidays, with the national flag flown on the latter.

Malta Bank Holidays 2025

Malta Bank Holidays 2026

Malta Bank Holidays 2027

Please note: The 2027 dates are an estimate based on calendar projections. We will update this page once the government releases the official public holiday dates for 2027.

Complete List of Maltese Public Holidays

Ever wondered about the story behind the day off? Here’s a quick look at the complete list of Maltese public holidays:

• New Year’s Day: Rings in the new year.

• Feast of St. Paul’s Shipwreck: Commemorates the apostle’s shipwreck on Malta in 60 AD.

• Feast of St. Joseph: Honors the patron saint of workers and the universal church.

• Freedom Day: A patriotic holiday marking the withdrawal of British troops in 1979.

• Good Friday: A solemn day observing the crucifixion of Jesus.

• Workers’ Day (Labour Day): Celebrates the achievements of workers.

• Sette Giugno: Meaning “7th June,” this national holiday remembers the 1919 riots where four Maltese men were killed.

• Feast of St. Peter & St. Paul (Mnarja): A traditional summer folk festival.

• Feast of the Assumption: Celebrates the Virgin Mary’s ascent to heaven.

• Victory Day: Marks the end of the Great Siege of 1565 and the Siege of Malta in WWII.

• Independence Day: Celebrates Malta’s independence from Britain in 1964.

• Immaculate Conception: A Catholic feast honouring the sinless conception of the Virgin Mary.

• Republic Day: Commemorates Malta becoming a republic in 1974.

• Christmas Day: Celebrates the birth of Jesus.

Other Important Observances in Malta

Beyond the official bank holidays, several other observances in Malta are widely recognised. While not public holidays, it’s good to be aware of them:

• Easter Sunday & Easter Monday

• Mother’s Day

• Father’s Day

• Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve

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FAQs

Q1. What is the difference between a public and national holiday in Malta?

Yes, there is a distinction. Both are non-working days. The key difference is that national holidays are patriotic holidays (like Freedom Day and Sette Giugno) on which the government flies the Maltese flag, as per the National Holidays Act of Malta (Chapter 252).

Q2. Are banks closed on public holidays in Malta?

Yes. Banks, government offices, and most businesses are closed on all public and national holidays in Malta. Some small shops in tourist areas may remain open.

Q3. How many public holidays are there in Malta?

Malta has 14 public and national holidays each year. All holidays that fall on these dates are officially paid non-working days.

We hope this comprehensive guide to Malta bank holidays helps you plan your schedule, travels, and time with loved ones. For absolute certainty, always visit gov.mt for the official release.

Sources:
Gov.mt | Wikipedia