Sonny Fodera Malta 2026: Somedays Festival (Dates, Lineup, Tickets)

Hey party lovers! If you are dreaming of a Malta escape in spring 2026 (or you are already on the island), lock this in now: Thursday, April 30 to Sunday, May 3, 2026. Sonny Fodera presents Somedays Festival, a four-day island takeover across Malta with 20+ artists, 4 days and nights, and events running into the morning of Monday, May 4, 2026. To plan the full trip (not just the rave), dive into our Malta Travel Guide for insider tips and must-see spots.

Event Details

Detail	Information
Dates	April 30 – May 3, 2026 (runs into the morning of May 4, 2026)
Format	4 days and nights, multi-venue takeover (daytime sessions + nighttime shows)
Location	Malta (three open-air venues)
Venues	UNO Malta, The Garden (Ta’ Qali National Park), Little Armier Beach
Headliner / Curator	Sonny Fodera
Lineup	20+ artists (see lineup section below)
Tickets	Weekend tickets (General Admission or VIP). All weekend tickets include access to all 4 festival days and nights, excluding boat parties (where applicable).
Age Restriction	17+
Entry / ID	Valid photo ID required (passport, European ID photocard, or UK/EEA photocard driving license). Expired IDs are not accepted.
Payments	Cashless festival (no cash accepted inside). Credit card accepted at bars, food, and merchandise.
Re-entry	Re-entry is permitted at all festival venues with an intact wristband.

Somedays is built like a proper Malta music holiday: multiple venues, different moods, and that day-to-night energy Malta does best. The official festival setup spans three open-air locations: UNO Malta for the main nighttime shows, plus daytime sessions at The Garden and the Beach Party venue at Little Armier Beach.

UNO Malta is described as the island’s largest open-air venue, regularly accommodating a crowd of over 5,000 ravers. It sits within the Ta’ Qali Crafts Village area, making it one of Malta’s most established big-night party destinations.

Meet the Lineup

Somedays lists 20+ artists across the weekend. Here are some of the names officially shown on the festival lineup:

• Sonny Fodera: Curator and headliner for the Somedays takeover.
• MK
• Armand Van Helden
• D.O.D
• Jazzy
• Kerri Chandler
• DJ EZ
• Jayda G
• MistaJam
• Arielle Free
• Majestic
• Alex Mills
• Danny Howard
• Shermanology
• KILIMANJARO
• Saffron Stone
• Sian Owen

For the latest updates and any additions, keep an eye on the official Somedays pages (lineup and venue breakdowns are posted there): Somedays Festival.

Grab Your Tickets

Weekend tickets are on sale via the official Somedays ticket page. Somedays states that all weekend tickets (General Admission or VIP) include access to all 4 festival days (day and night), from April 30 to May 3, 2026, excluding boat parties.

• Wristbands: Collect from the Box Office each day (each venue has its own Box Office near the main entrance). Bring your ticket and valid photo ID.
• Name checks: You will be asked to show photo ID when collecting wristbands to confirm the ticket name matches your ID (Somedays can refuse entry if it does not match).
• Tickets on mobile: Somedays encourages showing your ticket on your phone (download it so the barcode scans).
• Payment plan: Instalments are available. Somedays states you can pay a 50 euro deposit per ticket, followed by monthly instalments (limited allocation).
• Resale: If you cannot attend, Somedays directs ticket resale via TicketSwap (official resale partner).
• Refunds: Somedays states ticket sales are final and non-refundable (see their Terms and Conditions).
• Wristband safety: Lost, damaged, or tampered wristbands are not replaced.
• Outside food and drinks: Not permitted inside the festival grounds.

Buy tickets and read official policies here:
Somedays Festival Tickets | Somedays FAQs | Somedays Terms and Conditions

Getting There and Staying Over

Travel to Malta

Flying in? Somedays notes there are daily direct flights to Luqa, Malta International Airport (MLA) from major EU and UK airports, and recommends booking flights early for better prices. For tips on getting to the island and moving around once you land, see our guide on How to Get to Malta.

Accommodation

Somedays suggests staying in Mellieha, Bugibba, or St Pauls Bay. Malta is small and easy to move around, and Somedays also notes that Bolt taxis operate in Malta and are affordable and easy to book. For unique stays, explore our recommendations for Airbnb in Malta.

Weather and What to Wear

Somedays lists average Malta temperatures in April / May as between 16C (61F) and 21C (70F). Pack light, breathable fits for daytime sessions, plus a layer for cooler nights. For a full packing guide, check out our Malta Packing List and get weather insights from Weather in Malta by Month.

Make the Most of Malta

Turn your festival trip into a proper island adventure with these easy wins:

• Sightseeing: Wander through Valletta (UNESCO views and golden-hour rooftops). Then head to Mdina and uncover Mdina’s lesser-known gems.
• Beaches: Mix recovery time with sea time. Use our Map of Beaches in Malta to plan it properly.
• Other parties: Malta stays busy. Find more events on the Visit Malta Events Calendar.

FAQ

Q: What are the Somedays Festival dates?
A: The main festival events start on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The last main festival day is Sunday, May 3, 2026, and Somedays states the event will run into the morning of Monday, May 4, 2026.

Q: Is there an age restriction?
A: Yes. Somedays states the festival is strictly 17+ and you must be prepared to show valid photo ID.

Q: Is re-entry allowed?
A: Yes. Somedays states re-entry is permitted at all festival venues with an intact wristband.

Q: Is Somedays cashless?
A: Yes. Somedays states cash is not accepted inside the festival and credit cards are accepted at bars, food, and merchandise.

Q: What does the weekend ticket include?
A: Somedays states the festival ticket includes access to all 4 days of the festival (day and night) from April 30 to May 3, 2026. The official ticket page also notes weekend tickets include access to all 4 festival days, excluding boat parties.

Do Not Miss Out

If you were chasing that big Malta party-weekend feeling for 2026, Sonny Fodera presents Somedays is one of the major confirmed island takeovers already on the calendar. Multiple open-air venues, day sessions, big nights at UNO, and a lineup built for four straight days of energy. Rally the crew, lock your base, and we will see you out there.

For the latest official updates, check: Somedays Festival and the official Somedays FAQs.