[2026] A music festival held in Malta: an event where you can get hyped in a breathtaking resort

Soul Session, a soulful/deep/afro house music movement based in London, presents an immersive, stay-style event in the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. Embracing a love for house culture and community creativity, it crafts immersive spaces centered around DJs and live performances from around the world. Set against the resort backdrop of St. Paul’s Bay, the event will take place from July 30 to August 4, 2026.

This is a music festival in Malta, an island nation in the Mediterranean, set to launch in 2026. It was created as part of the world tour that EXIT, with over 25 years of history, is rolling out across the globe. The concept connects the symbol of the “spiral” engraved in ancient heritage with today’s electronic music scene. Spanning multiple venues across the island, the three-day event will feature artists such as Fatboy Slim and Nina Kraviz. It will take place from July 31 to August 2, 2026.

elrow Island Malta is an electronic music festival held on the island of Malta in the Mediterranean. Officially billed as this year’s only elrow Island show, it will stage an island-wide takeover, featuring stages themed around two elrow concepts and a variety of techno-focused floors. In addition to the main festival, there will be boat parties and pool parties, offering a three-day, stay-over party experience. The 2026 edition will take place from August 8 to 10.

Glitch Festival is an electronic music festival held in Malta, a sun-drenched island nation in the Mediterranean. Officially described as four days of “dance floor energy melting into one,” the main events unfold at Gianpula Fields near Rabat. Featuring a powerful, techno-centered lineup drawn from around the world, the festival offers the appeal of immersing yourself in dance music amid the liberating atmosphere of a summer island. In 2026, it will take place from August 12 to 15.

This is a stay-style music festival in Malta centered on South Asian music. Officially billed as one of the world’s largest Desi destination fests, a single ticket gives you access to 3–4 days of outdoor concerts and club events. Venues include multiple locations such as UNO, one of Malta’s largest outdoor spots, and the Ta’ Qali concert area overlooking the old city of Mdina. Optional boat parties are also available, featuring artists like KARAN AUJLA. The 2026 edition will be held in September.