Easter is one of the loveliest times of year in Malta. The islands fill up with centuries-old traditions, colourful processions and that warm Mediterranean spring light. If you’ve ever wondered what makes Easter here so special, here’s what you can expect.
A week of traditions
Easter in Malta gets going well before Sunday. During Holy Week, towns and villages across the island stage dramatic re-enactments of biblical events. On Good Friday, life-sized statues are carried through the streets in solemn processions, with brass bands playing and thousands of locals walking alongside, candles in hand.
Some of the most striking processions happen in Żebbug, Qormi and Birgu. Visitors often find the atmosphere genuinely moving. It’s a powerful blend of devotion, community and Maltese identity, handed down through the generations.
Figolli: the sweetest Easter tradition
No Maltese Easter is complete without figolli. These almond-filled pastries are cut into shapes, lambs, fish, hearts and rabbits, then covered in colourful icing and sometimes chocolate.
Bakeries across Malta start making them weeks ahead, and families love to give them as gifts. If you’re studying here over Easter, a freshly made figolla from a local bakery is one of those things you won’t forget in a hurry.
Easter Sunday: joy, food and family
After the solemn mood of Good Friday, Easter Sunday is all celebration. Church bells ring out across the island, families settle in for long lunches, and the whole feeling of the day lifts.
A traditional Easter lunch in Malta usually means roast lamb, fresh ftira bread and a good spread of homemade desserts. Plenty of restaurants put on special Easter menus too, so even if you’re visiting from abroad you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Spring weather: sunshine and sea breezes
Easter lands during one of the nicest stretches of the Maltese year. Temperatures in early April sit around 18 to 22°C, the sky is clear, and the sea is just starting to warm up after winter.
It’s perfect weather for getting out and about, whether you’re wandering the old streets of Valletta, taking a boat trip to the Blue Lagoon, or simply having a coffee on a sunny terrace between English lessons.
Why spring is a great time to learn English in Malta
Spring is one of our favourite seasons at Maltalingua. Class sizes are smaller, the island is quieter than it gets in high summer, and the weather is ideal for mixing study with a bit of exploring.
Students who come in spring often tell us it was the best decision they made. You get the full Malta experience, the culture, the food, the sunshine, without the peak-season crowds. And with Easter adding its own layer of tradition and festivity, the trip really does stick with you.
Ready to experience Malta for yourself?
Whether you’re planning your first English course or thinking about coming back, spring is a wonderful time to join us. Our courses run all year round, for all levels, and our team is always here to help you find the right programme.