What it is
Street lights are turned off for two evenings and the whole of Birgu's medieval core is lit by candles in windows and doorways. Open studios, small concerts and food stalls.
Where it is
Good to know
Organiser
Birgu Local Council
What you need to know
- Held at Birgu - various venues, Birgu. Tap the map below for directions and a pin you can route from Google Maps or Bolt.
- Entry is free. Arrive early — Malta's free events fill up fast, especially in summer.
- Bring water and sun cover for daytime outdoor events. Many venues sit on Maltese limestone steps — sensible shoes pay off.
- Spotted a detail that's wrong? Send a one-line correction via the report-an-issue form at the bottom.
Links
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Source: Manual entry.
Last verified: 19 May 2026.
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