Thousands attended the ‘Karnival tas-Sajf’ (Summer Carnival), which was held once again after a three year hiatus by Festivals Malta.
This year, the festival was held in three different locations: Birżebbuġa, St Paul’s Bay and Marsaskala, with the collaborative effort of the respective local councils.
In total, 11 carnival floats participated in parading through the localities for local families and tourists to enjoy.
Minister for National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici said that Karnival tas-Sajf is an opportunity to establish the massive talent possessed by Maltese artists.
Through such cultural events, the touristic product of our country is strengthened, with Maltese families having enjoyable experiences right outside their doorstep.
The Minister thanked the entire team of Festivals Malta as well as the local councils for their hard work to hold the events.
On his part, Chairperson of Festivals Malta Aaron Zahra expressed satisfaction at how, after three years, the Summer Carnival saw a large turnout. ‘The tourists present showed a lot of interest to that provided in the past few days, so much so that they asked about the Carnival held in the winter months.’
Chief Executive of Festivals Malta Frans Agius also expressed his satisfaction with the success and the turnout, highlighting the artistic spectacle.
As the summer carnival comes to a close, Festivals Malta reminds the public that the 2024 Maltese Carnival will take place between the 9th and 13th of February 2024.
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