PM visits Gozo Carnival preparations for this weekend

by Gozo News · February 14, 2026

Prime Minister Robert Abela has been on a visit to Gozo to view the preparation work for the Carnival.

Together with Minister for Gozo and Planning Clint Camilleri, the PM followed the preparations underway for the Carnival activities that take place across the island each year.

The visit began in Nadur, where the Prime Minister met with the organisers of the Spontaneous Carnival, an event that is very popular and that every year attracts a large number of young people, Gozitans and Maltese to this locality.

Abela had the opportunity to see the work underway on site and spoke to both the organisers from Malta Daily and the Mayor of Nadur Edward Said together with the locals who, with great commitment, continue to keep this tradition alive year after year.

During the day, the Prime Minister also visited various establishments and entertainment companies that are organising activities in different localities around Gozo during the Carnival weekend. These initiatives, led mainly by young people, are offering a form of entertainment that attracts a younger generation and continues to enhance the atmosphere on the island of Gozo.

The day continued with visits to five float companies in their warehouses, where the Prime Minister viewed up close the work underway on the floats that will take part in this year’s Carnival. Here, the Prime Minister remarked that “the commitment, creativity and sacrifice made by many volunteers to keep this cultural heritage alive stood out.”

The last stop for the Prime Minister was in Victoria where he attended the traditional Carnival parade. He met with several participants, volunteers and families who were enjoying the Carnival festivities.

At the end of his visit, Prime Minister Robert Abela said that, “Carnival in Gozo brings out the positive spirit and commitment of the local community. It is a moment where young people, volunteers, the elderly and families come together to celebrate this feast that is part of our identity. The Government remains committed to supporting these initiatives that bring joy, life and economic activity to the island of Gozo.”