Feast of the Risen Christ (Żejtun)Festa tal-Kristu Rxoxt, Iż-Żejtun
Zejtun, Malta (Main Island), Malta
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In Zejtun, Easter Sunday celebrations include a vibrant street procession. Parishioners carry the statue of the Risen Christ from the main church, and sections of the crowd’s cheers accompany brief bursts of running as the statue is carried down Victory Street. Church bells and band music add to the festive atmosphere, exemplifying the joy of Easter morning 1 2.
Like many localities, Zejtun holds this procession as a key part of Holy Week. The tradition reflects Italianate influences blended with Maltese parish customs. It showcases Zejtun’s local identity, which includes a history of elaborate Holy Week rituals dating back centuries.
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Il-Knisja Parrokkjali ta’ San Girgor · Zejtun
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Spectators hear bells and music as the statue passes, often joined by throws of petals or confetti from balconies.
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