Christmas Market in Malta
Sunday 20 December 2026 · Palazzo Parisio, Naxxar · 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Free entry
The Christmas edition of Malta Artisan Markets is the busiest market of our year. It fills the halls, terrace and gardens of Palazzo Parisio in Naxxar with Maltese artists, craftspeople and small food producers — a place to buy gifts that were actually made on the island rather than imported.
Details at a glance
- Date: Sunday 20 December 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Venue: Palazzo Parisio, Victory Square, Naxxar, Malta
- Entry: free (palace and garden admission is charged separately by the venue)
What to expect
Stalls are spread across the Ballroom, Sala Lombarda, the terrace and the library, so the market runs whatever the December weather does. Expect handmade jewellery, ceramics, candles, prints, textiles and homeware alongside festive artisan food — preserves, honey, chocolates, baked goods and Maltese sweets.
Our December market has previously been hosted at the Phoenicia and other historic venues; see photographs from past editions in the gallery.
Getting there
Palazzo Parisio sits on Victory Square in the centre of Naxxar, reachable by bus from Valletta, Sliema and Mosta. Street parking around the square fills up quickly on market days, so arriving earlier in the afternoon is easier.
Other markets this year
Christmas is one of nine market Sundays in 2026. See the full list of dates and venues in our guide to markets in Malta, or the St Julian's market page.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the Christmas market in Malta?
- Our Christmas edition takes place on Sunday 20 December 2026 at Palazzo Parisio in Naxxar, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Is entry to the Christmas market free?
- Yes, entry to the market is free. Palazzo Parisio charges separately for access to its gardens and palace tours.
- Can I still apply for a stall at the Christmas market?
- Applications for the December market close roughly 30 days before the event, and places are limited because it is our busiest edition of the year — apply early.
Want a stall at the Christmas market?
Places are limited and applications close about a month before the event.