November in Malta brings some of the year’s biggest indoor events: three nights of metal, a free gaming festival, the island’s largest book fair and plenty of Sunday afternoon fun. Here’s what’s on, with dates and tickets.

Music

  • Malta Metal Weekend: 13-15 November at Eden Arena, InterContinental Malta, St Julian’s: Kreator and Paradise Lost (Friday), Doro, Dirkschneider and Candlemass (Saturday), Europe and Vandenberg (Sunday). Day tickets €81, 3-day €216 · our guide.
  • An Afternoon with Nicko McBrain: Iron Maiden’s longtime drummer in conversation on Sunday 15 November at 15:00, part of Malta Metal Weekend.
  • The Return of the Legends: Jaycee & Terra: old-school favourites reunite at Westend Terrace, Xewkija, Gozo, on Saturday 14 November, in aid of Id-Dar tal-Providenza. Free Entry Invite.

Gaming

  • PLAYCON 2026: Malta’s gaming and esports festival returns to the MFCC, 19-22 November, with free entry on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November and a Friday-evening Mythic Pass from €10.80. Get your ticket · our guide.
  • PLAYCON Summit 2026: the industry side of PLAYCON for gaming professionals, 18-19 November. Summit tickets.

Comedy

  • Max Amini Live in Malta: the comedy star plays the Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta, with four shows on 21 and 22 November. All four are sold out.

Culture and sport

  • Malta Book Festival: the 47th edition, 4-8 November at the MFCC, Ta’ Qali: author talks, workshops and family events. Free entry.
  • Malta Open & Malta Masters darts: a World Darts Federation ranking event in Tarxien, 6-8 November, with men’s, women’s and youth competitions.
  • Żurrieq Half Marathon & 10K: Sunday 15 November, starting and finishing in Żurrieq’s main square; registration closes on 1 November.

Sunday afternoons: Boozy Bingo

The Halloween Special closes on Sunday 1 November, Golden Oldies returns on 8 November, and the Pyjama Drama shows run on 15, 22 and 29 November at Gianpula. Standing tickets €21.40 · all the dates.

FAQ

What’s on in Malta in November 2026?

Malta Metal Weekend (13-15 November), PLAYCON (19-22 November), the Malta Book Festival (4-8 November), Max Amini (21-22 November, sold out) and the Żurrieq Half Marathon (15 November) are among the highlights.

Is PLAYCON 2026 free?

Yes, weekend entry on 21 and 22 November is free; the Friday Mythic Pass is from €10.80.

When is the Malta Book Festival 2026?

4-8 November 2026 at the MFCC in Ta’ Qali, with free entry.