Malta Independence Day (Official Ceremony, Valletta)Jum l-Indipendenza f'Valletta

Malta’s Independence Day is a national holiday celebrated on 21 September to mark Malta’s independence from Britain in 1964 1. It involves official ceremonies, parades, cultural events and fireworks across the islands 2. It is considered less festive than the village festas but remains an important national commemoration.

This date commemorates Malta’s step toward full sovereignty. Independence Day is one of Malta’s five national holidays 1. Celebrations include displaying the Maltese flag and events organized by government and cultural bodies.