Christmas in Gozo is like a rich advent calendar overflowing with delightful events.  Start your Christmas holiday by bookmarking this page to ensure that you do not miss out on the celebrations and activities like the Christmas parade and Christmas markets. This year’s Christmas celebrations and concerts are starting as early as 26th November and different programs and recitals by different choirs, bands, singers and musical ensembles are like a cornucopia of musical pleasures sprawled throughout the season.

Christmas in Gozo is also about the religious sphere that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ right up to Epiphany.  Crib makers are keen artisans that organize crib exhibitions in different locations.  The Betlehem f’Għajnsielem nativity village has become a yearly event visited by thousands.   During Advent, churches will start embracing the upcoming feast by lighting the candles of the advent wreath.  All will find culmination at the midnight service on the most magical night of the year and when choirs will jubilantly resound Gloria in Excelsis Deo.  Other religious traditions in Gozo include the titular feast of Saint Lucy and the Feast of Light held in early December in the hamlet of Santa Luċija and the procession with the statue of Baby Jesus that is held in many villages.

If you’re spending the yuletide season in Gozo, make sure you leave some time to roam the countryside.  The wintry days are bound to be cold, especially when the North wind blows, but on warm sunny days, the Gozitan countryside offers the blessing of serenity and peace of mind.  For marine inspiration, a jaunt to the coastal towers along the coast will also be nippy and breathtaking.  Your Christmas holiday can include a visit to an eco farm, where you’re likely to be tempted to acquire authentic gourmet gifts to share with friends back home.

Dining out is will not be a difficult thing to plan but make sure that you book early for your party.    Whether you’re choosing the village square restaurants, the seaside specialties, the fancy fare ones or the city centre ambience, it is advisable to ask about the opening times and the festive fare and menus offered on key dates.

Christmas in Gozo is like entering a magical kingdom of wonderful Christmas lights and street illuminations, of beautiful carols and dazzling concerts and experiencing the feeling of joy and cheer. Pretty much like a nostalgic Christmas card, every place is set to warm you up…. just like the traditional chicory coffee and honey rings that will be served at the Xewkija windmill during the season.