
Forty-two Local Councils across Malta and Gozo will host a variety of activities during the Carnival season, supported by funding from the Directorate for Local Government.
These events will include parades, traditional Carnival food celebrations, and other related activities.
The announcement was made by Minister for National Heritage, the Arts, and Local Government Owen Bonnici, alongside Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government Alison Zerafa Civelli.
Minister Bonnici highlighted the importance of ensuring Carnival festivities are spread across the country, making this traditional celebration accessible to all, including those unable to travel to Valletta.
He noted that the government is providing increased resources to Local Councils, enabling them to organize high-quality events while expanding the range of activities available.
The Minister emphasized that this initiative goes beyond simply celebrating Carnival, serving as a vital effort to keep Maltese traditions and culture alive and vibrant across Malta and Gozo.
“This investment demonstrates the government’s commitment to supporting events and projects that offer not just entertainment but also foster unity and pride in our cultural heritage,” concluded Minister Bonnici.
Parliamentary Secretary Zerafa Civelli echoed these sentiments, stating that this initiative will ensure Carnival festivities reach communities throughout Malta and Gozo, providing everyone with the chance to take part.
“The prepared program of activities reflects the Central Government’s dedication to preserving Maltese traditions and culture in every locality.
This year, we have further strengthened financial aid to Local Councils, equipping them with the resources needed to improve both the quality and scope of their events,” she concluded.
The Carnival-related activities will be held in the localities of Ħ’Attard, Mosta, Naxxar, San Ġwann, San Pawl il-Baħar, Birkirkara, Gżira, Ħal Għargħur, San Ġiljan, Isla, Bormla, Ħaż-Żabbar, Fgura, Floriana, Kalkara, Paola, Ħal Tarxien, Żejtun, Birżebbuġa, Gudja, Ħal Għaxaq, Ħamrun, Ħal Luqa, Marsa, Santa Luċija, Santa Venera, Siġġiewi, Ħad-Dingli, Ħal-Kirkop, Imqabba, Qrendi, Rabat Malta, Ħal Safi, Żurrieq, Għajnsielem, l-Għarb, il-Munxar, San Lawrenz, Ta’ Sannat, Xagħra, Xewkija, and iż-Żebbuġ in Gozo.
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