Natalis Notabilis 2016

Natalis Notabilis 2016 - Sponsored by Bilom Group
7th - 11th December 2016 Rabat, Malta

Celebrate Christmas in Malta in a magical setting at one of the island's most historical locations. Rabat's historic core shall be transformed into a Christmas wonderland, having over 60 stalls which shall consist of traditional German food such as Bratwurst, warm beverages including Glühwein and various artisan products. These will be complimented with the Maltese traditional Christmas cuisine, including the 'Imbuljuta' (Chestnut pureè/soup) and 'Qagħaq tal-Għasel' (Treacle/honey rings), some of which coming straight from the Franciscan Friary's oven. Iconic buildings within the area shall have their doors open for the public to visit while one must visit the various attractions including the Nativity Trail at the Franciscan Friary's secret garden, Santa Claus' House and traditional Maltese crib making exhibitions. Various buskers shall entertain the public while Christmas Carols and glittering lights shall accompany Malta's largest outdoor Christmas Market.

The opening hours shall be as follows:
Wednesday 7th December 2016 (opening ceremony): 17:30 till midnight
Thursday 8th December 2016 (public holiday): 17:00 till midnight
Friday 9th December 2016: 17:00 till midnight
Saturday 10th December 2016: 17:00 till midnight
Sunday 11th December 2016: 09:00 till 14:00

One of the main events during Natalis Notabilis shall be the Malta Christmas Carol Festival, as three of Malta's most elite choirs along with soprano Marvic Monreal shall enlighten the 500 year old Ta' Ġieżu church with their harmonious voices. This festival shall be held on Saturday 10th December 2016 @ 19:30hrs A short firework display shall be held on each day of Natalis Notabilis, with a grand finale to be held on Saturday 10th December @ 22:00hrs. Various parking options shall be available while one may easily travel by using the public transport which interchanges just metres away from the event's location (in front of the historic Roman Domus) For more information visit www.natalisnotabilis.org or like our Facebook/Twitter/Instagram pages which are updated daily.