Mellieha Nights 2015

The eighth edition of the Mellieħa Nights, organised by the Mellieħa Local Council, will be taking place in the end of July and beginning of August, from the 30th July 2015 till the 2nd August 2015. This activity has become a much-sought after event, which attracts thousands of people to Mellieħa, where locals and tourists alike enjoy the best elements of the Mellieħa community. This event has its place set in the Maltese cultural calendar, and it being supported by the Malta Tourism Authority and the Parliamentary Secretariat for Local Government.

On Thursday 30th July 2015 the Mellieħa Local Council will be marking Council Day. This evening comprises a very significant event during which the works of different people coming from various walks of life are honoured through a unanimous agreement of all the Councillors. For the first time this event will be organised in the Mellieħa Sanctuary Courtyard and it will feature a number of folkloristic sketches.

On Friday 31st July a spectacular concert will take place in the Mellieħa Parish Square. For this year the Council will be organising a concert of 80’s and 90’s music – featuring DJ Pierre Cordina and DJ Alex Reflex Grech. All proceeds from this concert will be going to the Malta Community Chest Fund. Popular bands and DJ’s will be headlining this event.

On Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August the main roads and squares in Mellieħa will be pedestrianised and will be easily accessible for persons to stroll through. During these two nights a varied programme of events will be taking place in Mellieħa, varying from arts, music, culture, sports and food. Other attractions include top local artists and musicians, as well as kids’ animations, all of which will be spread on three different stages which will be set up along the Mellieħa streets.

A record number of local and international artists will be exhibiting their works and painting in front of the crowds. An art exhibition will be held in the Sanctuary Courtyard where proceeds from the sales of the paintings will be going towards the Malta Community Chest Fund.

For all those motorsport fans, this year’s event will feature static car displays, drifting races and also an off-roading show. The static display will feature local high-end cars as well as old trucks and old traditional Maltese buses. On the other hand, the drifting races and the off-roading display will feature two very interesting different scenarios where professional drivers will show off their skills in a controlled environment.

The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mellieħa, which counts more than two thousand years, will be open to the public and will be hosting choral concerts in such a sacred environment. The World War II Shelters will be open, where a very interesting exhibition will be held and guided tours will be offered to all visitors.

The Mellieħa restaurants will also be offering a unique gastronomic experience by preparing various menus especially for this occasion. The main roads will be set up with tables and chairs al fresco for their patrons to enjoy these lovely nights without missing on the entertainment which will be offered.

Everyone is invited to attend for this annual event in Mellieħa during these four nights. These are four nights which will be transformed into one big celebration for all the family, where Mellieħa will showcase its best elements for one and all.