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Malta Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

23 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Malta in 2025. Some holidays may be regional or observed only in specific locations.

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January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year's Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Public holiday
February
Mon
Monday, February 10, 2025
Feast of Saint Paul's Shipwreck
Feast of Saint Paul's Shipwreck is a public holiday in Malta
Public holiday
March
Wed
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Feast of Saint Joseph
Feast of Saint Joseph is a public holiday in Malta
Public holiday
Mon
Monday, March 31, 2025
Freedom Day
Freedom Day is a national holiday in Malta
National holiday
April
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
Public holiday
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Observance
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
Observance
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Bank Holiday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
Bank holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labour Day/May Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Public holiday
Sun
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Mothers' Day
Mother’s Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
Observance
June
Sat
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Sette Giugno
Sette Giugno is a national holiday in Malta
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Fathers' Day
Father’s Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
Feast of Saints Peter and Paul is a public holiday in Malta
Public holiday
August
Fri
Friday, August 15, 2025
The Feast of Mary's Assumption
The Christian feast of the Assumption of Mary is on or around Aug 15 in most countries. A few celebrate Assumption Day at other times of the year.
Public holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 8, 2025
The Feast of Our Lady of Victories
The Feast of Our Lady of Victories is a national holiday in Malta
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in Malta
National holiday
December
Mon
Monday, December 8, 2025
Feast of the Immaculate Conception
The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is a Christian observance on December 8 each year.
Public holiday
Sat
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Republic Day
Republic Day is a national holiday in Malta
National holiday
Wed
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas Day and falls on December 24 in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.
Public holiday
Fri
Friday, December 26, 2025
Boxing Day
Boxing Day is a observance in Malta
Observance
Fri
Friday, December 26, 2025
Bank Holiday
Bank Holiday is a bank holiday in Malta
Bank holiday
Wed
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve is the last day of the year, December 31, in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance

Understanding Malta Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Malta

Malta celebrates a unique blend of cultural, religious, and national holidays throughout the year. The holiday calendar reflects the nation's rich heritage and diverse traditions.

Major Holidays in Malta

New Year's Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.

Public holiday

Independence Day

Sunday, September 21, 2025

Independence Day is a national holiday in Malta

National holiday

Christmas Day

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.

Public holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Malta observes 23 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Malta's 23 official holidays reflect the nation's catholic-mediterranean heritage and maltese traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Malta carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.

Cultural Traditions

Malta's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.

Timezone Coordination Tips

When coordinating meetings with Malta, verify holiday schedules in advance as dates may vary, especially for lunar calendar-based holidays. Use SyncMyTime's timezone tools to ensure perfect scheduling alignment.

Why Check Malta Public Holidays?

  • Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
  • Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
  • Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
  • Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
  • Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
  • Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

Stay Perfectly Synchronized

Our holiday calendar for Malta is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Malta timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Malta and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.