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Museums by Candlelight in Birgu 2026: A Unique Cultural Experience in Malta
Museums By Candlelight Birgu, 18th April 2026 : 15,000 candles. 3 historic sites. One unforgettable night.
On Saturday 18 April 0f 2026, Birgu transforms into a glowing open-air experience as its streets and landmarks light up under thousands of candles.

Malta International Fireworks Festival 2026: Dates, Locations & Visitor Guide
Experience the Malta International Fireworks Festival 2026 while you study English in Malta. Enjoy spectacular shows, vibrant nightlife and unforgettable moments as an international student at ESE – European School of English in St Julian’s.

Festa Frawli Malta 2026: Complete Guide to the Strawberry Festival in Mġarr – Malta
Discover Festa Frawli, Malta’s famous strawberry festival, and experience local culture while you study English in Malta. From traditional food to live entertainment, it’s the perfect spring event for international students at ESE – European School of English in St Julian’s.

St Patrick’s Day in Malta 2026: A Must-Experience Event for Our ESE Students (Aged 17+)
Experience St Patrick’s Day in Malta while studying English with ESE – European School Of English. Join our international students in St Julian’s for one of the island’s biggest events and unforgettable student life.

Malta Marathon Road Closures & Traffic Updates – Sunday 22nd February
The annual Malta Marathon will take place this Sunday, 22nd February 2026, and several major roads across the island will be temporarily closed to traffic. Residents, visitors and students studying English in Malta are advised to plan ahead, as traffic disruption is expected throughout the morning and early afternoon.

UED Turkey Award-winning ESE – European School of English in Malta
ESE – European School of English, an award-winning English school in Malta trusted by international students worldwide. UED Agency Award, presented by the International Education Consultants Association (UED) in Turkey.

Top 10 Summer 2026 Events in Malta
If you are planning to visit Malta this summer 2026, we’ve provided you a list of events you should attend during your stay!

Top Events to Experience in Malta 2026 – A Complete Guide for Students
We may only have just started 2024, but there are a number of exciting events to look forward to this year!
Read to learn more.

Challenge Abroad – Japanese Students Choose ESE
Students from a Japanese Institute are participating in a training programme at ESE as part of the Challenge Abroad Programme.

Common English Mistakes… and How to Avoid Them
Learning English can be tricky, and let’s be honest—everyone makes mistakes! Here are some of the most common English mistakes and simple ways to avoid them.

Student testimonial – Interview with Ayaka
Earlier this year, Ayaka from Japan studied at ESE. Check out our interview with her.

Celebrate Christmas 2024 in Malta with these events
Can’t decide where to go for Christmas yet? This blog post will be your guide to a selection of unmissable events taking place this Christmas.

Maryna’s CELTA Experience
One of our teachers, Maryna, tells us about how she went about the CELTA Course, what it entails and how it equipped her with newly found skills to delivery high quality English language tuition.

My CELTA journey – Rebecca Saliba – Q&A
One of our teachers, Becky, followed our CELTA course offered in partnership with NILE last year, and shares her experience.

All about the 29th of February – origins, cultural significance, and historical events related to Leap Day
Every four years, an extra day is added to the month of February. As a result, there are 366 days in a year. This is called a “leap year”.