Ever wondered how the city of the Knights of Malta could be transformed into a Christmas village?
Vittoriosa’s core city centre and its narrow and winding streets will be transformed into a Christmas village, with decorative Christmas lights, children’s choirs and festive music all throughout a two-day event.
Set in the old and quaint streets of the city, with the magnificent backdrop of the port of Valletta, this Christmas festival will stand out for most of the lore and traditions surrounding Christmas in Malta.
The event will start with a traditional procession with Baby Jesus, a tradition which started over 89 years ago. Carol singing and the Xgħajra Pipes and Drums group will lighten up the atmosphere on the day. At the end of the procession, the statue of Baby Jesus will be laid down at the life-size crib at the Sacra Infermeria Crypt, which forms part of the monastery of Santa Skolastika.
The Benedictine Cloister nuns will also open the doors of their church, where they will host the angelic choir of the Joy Gospel Singers tomorrow at 7.30pm. The Joy Gospel Singers will be giving their annual Christmas concert free of charge, which will include some of the most popular Christmas carols and spirituals.
Natale al Collachio, organised by TEN08 together with the Vittoriosa local council, is being held tomorrow and on Saturday from 7pm onwards.
For further information and for the programme of the event, follow https://www.facebook.com/ten08/