Rooftop Series Summer Festival is Returning to Floriana Next Week

One of Malta's most authentic cultural events, the Rooftop Series Summer Festival, is preparing to meet art lovers once again with its 2026 edition. Taking place between 30 June and 13 September, the festival will transform the rooftop of the Catholic Institute in Floriana into an open-air performance space. The event, featuring programs of music, opera, and theater, takes the stage in one of the island's most atmospheric venues. The festival stands out with its mission of bringing local talents together with international collaborations. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience unforgettable artistic experiences accompanied by panoramic views.

The festival's opening concert will take place on 30 June with "Kutrumbajsa," a special performance prepared by singer-songwriter Michael Azzopardi. Azzopardi will be accompanied by guest artists Cher Camilleri, Joon, and trumpeter Alex Bezzina, and this show is specially designed solely for the festival. On 16 July, the rising group Ocelot will take the stage together with vocalist Louisa Buhagiar, saxophonist Sarah Sultana, and keyboardist Chris Gatt. This performance will offer a captivating evening blending contemporary jazz, hip-hop rhythms, and Latin influences. Audiences will experience a rich artistic journey through these performances, which uniquely combine different musical genres.

On 19 August, the performance titled "Opera Nova Project: A Little Night Music," led by Gillian Zammit and Denise Mulholland, will constitute one of the festival's significant stops. This performance will bring together opera and musical theater, offering works from a wide repertoire ranging from Bizet to Bernstein. Featuring some of Malta's most promising classical voices, this event offers a program promising an unforgettable experience for classical music lovers. Later in the same month, on 27 August, audiences will be able to experience the collaborative project "The Music Room." Jointly prepared by Maltese vocal artists parpeduni and the Barcelona-based FLAN collective, this performance aims to explore their shared Mediterranean identities through voice and performance.

The festival will conclude on 13 September with a new adaptation of Francis Ebejer's significant play "Il-Ħadd fuq il-Bejt". Reshaped by actor Ron Briffa and designed by Artistic Director Annalisa Schembri, this production will reinterpret one of the most important works of contemporary modern Malti theater through a modern lens. Throughout the festival, alongside the main program, visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy satellite events, masterclasses, and local flavors offered throughout the season. These comprehensive side events provide a much broader cultural interaction space, ensuring the festival experience is not limited solely to stage performances.

For culture enthusiasts, the festival offers the opportunity to discover a wide variety of performances in a unique and intimate venue. For Malta's creative community, this event signifies another magnificent celebration of artistic collaborations, cultural exchange, and local talent. Set against panoramic views and summer sunsets, the festival has gained a strong reputation for creating meaningful encounters between audiences and artists. More information about the event program, ticket options, and other upcoming shows can be accessed via the official website. Art lovers will have the chance to spend this summer season unforgettable by experiencing Malta's cultural richness.