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23 MAY Evening Tour at Ġgantija Ġgantija Archaeological Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site Triq Otto Bayer, Xagħra, Gozo Set on the Xagħra plateau, Ġgantija stands as a powerful symbol of ancient achievement, embodying the creative and technical genius of its Neolithic builders. On the 23rd of May, Heritage Malta invites you to experience this UNESCO World Heritage Site at sundown, with exclusive after-hours access and a guid- ed tour. After the tour, guests are invit- ed to relax and enjoy light refreshments while taking in panoramic views of this unique prehistoric site at last light. This will also be the perfect opportunity to chat with us, ask questions, and delve further into the rich history of this Neolithic monument. Tours will be held in both Maltese and English and will start at 6.30pm. 23 MAY Leone Goes Pop Teatru Tal-Opra Aurora Triq ir-Repubblika, Victoria, Gozo, Experience the vibrant sounds of the dynamic Leone Band– an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment! Join us for a high-energy show packed with chart-topping hits, lively rhythms, and a feel-good atmosphere that will have everyone singing and dancing along. It's a night of fun and music you won't want to miss. 24 MAY Light Up The Sky - Munxar Feast Triq L-Andrijiet Triq L-Andrijiet, Munxar, Gozo Join us with family and friends for an unforgettable night in the picturesque village of Munxar! Light Up The Sky – a spectacular fireworks display, synchro- nised with music. Sea, Ice and Earth - Art Exhibition by Michael Wright Arte Gallery Library Street, Victoria, Gozo As a traveller and diver, Michael Wright's work focuses on the scenes he has experienced both in the air and under the sea. Wright strives to blend realism with imagination by using liquefied oil paints that are applied and dried on canvas through various tech- niques. 23 MAY Marċ Tad-Dimostrazzjoni, Festa San Pawl Festa San Pawl - Munxar Munxar Square Triq il-Madonna tal-Karmnu, Munxar, Gozo, Malta Come celebrate the vibrant Marċ Tad-Dimostrazzjonijiet as part of St. Paul's feast in the charming village of Munxar! Experience a night of music, colour, and tradition in one of Gozo's most picturesque settings. 24 MAY Seminar - Construction Methods for Adaptability to the Gozo Local Context University of Malta - Gozo Campus Triq L-Imgarr, Xewkija, Gozo, Malta Gozo is the second largest island in the Maltese archipelago, following Malta. Adapting construction methods to this context ensures that local trade retains its standards and employability through time. The building industry benefits all stakeholders when social advance- ment is made possible using genuine execution of processes and procedures. This seminar provides a comprehensive examination of four critical areas that contribute. 24 MAY Sky Full of Stars - Munxar Feast Triq il-Madonna tal-Karmnu Triq il- Madonna tal-Karmnu, Munxar, Gozo, Malta Experience a magical night under a sky full of stars with a breathtaking fire- works display perfectly synchronized to music. An unforgettable celebration of light, sound, and wonder awaits! 25 MAY International Premiere of a Documentary Film Screening Oratorju Don Bosco St Augustine Square, Victoria, Gozo, Malta IInternational Premiere of the feature documentary The Weight of Memory: I Am Bernie Furshpan, followed by a brief talk-back with Dr. Bernie Furshpan. In a time when the voices of history are fading and intolerance threatens to resurface, The Weight of Memory: I Am Bernie Furshpan emerges as a vital and moving call to action. This compelling documentary is more than a recounting of the past—it's a bridge between gener- ations, a personal journey with universal resonance. Dr. Bernie Furshpan invites viewers into his family's legacy, shaped by the Holocaust and carried forward with purpose and passion. This is not just a film to watch—it's an experience to carry forward. 27 MAY Beata Maria Gozo Cathedral Victoria, Gozo, Malta Beata Maria – Choral music from the Renaissance and later periods. A classical concert sung by the UK-based Renaissance Choir. The choir will feature works by Palestrina, Victoria, Rachmaninov, Rheinberger and others. 2 gozotoday | FRIDAY • 23 MAY 2025 EVENTS What's happening in Gozo Did you know? Ir-Rabat (Victoria) is the capital city of the island of Gozo. The name Victoria was given to the town in 1887 in honour of the famous British Queen's Golden Jubilee. At the same time, the town was raised to the status of a city becoming officially known as Citta' ir-Rabat (Victoria). Ir-Rabat (Victoria) embraces both the Citadel, the ancient fortified city at the centre of the Island, and the surrounding town old Rabat (meaning suburb in Arabic and Archaic Maltese) and its modern additions. Two main feasts are celebrated in ir-Rabat (Victoria): St. George's during the week preceding the third Sunday of July, and the Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady