Freedom Day activities

The National Festivities Committee is marking the 39th anniversary of Freedom Day with a number of activities in the coming days. On Monday, the Armed Forces of Malta and the Malta Police band will join forces for a band display at 10.30am at St George’s Square, Valletta. On Saturday, April 7 at 11.45am, there will be the traditional regatta in the Grand Harbour, organised by the Malta Rowing Association, with the support of SportMalta. Traditional Maltese boat races will take place, including Dgħajjes A tal-Midalji, Frejgatini, Dgħajjes C tal-Pass, Kajjikki and Dgħajjes B tal-Pass in both open and reserves categories. Trophies and special prizes will be presented after each race. The shield presentation will take place once all the races are finished. Shields will be awarded to the clubs obtaining the highest amount of points in both the open and reserves categories respectively.