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Our Lady Of Sorrows Processions in Malta 2025
Schedule, Tips & FAQ's
Date Last Updated: 26th March 2025
The feast of Our Lady of Sorrows (Il-Festa tad-Duluri), is celebrated on the Friday before Good Friday. A sacred day reciting centuries of deep-rooted faith, community devotion and spiritual reflection across the islands. Id Duluri reflects centuries of solemn religious observances in Malta and Gozo.
On this page, we provide a time schedule of the Our Lady Of Sorrows Processions in Malta and Gozo, along with helpful information for visitors and answers to frequently asked questions.
Our Lady Of Sorrows Statue In Zejtun Parish ChurchWhen Is Our Lady Of Sorrows in 2025?
- Our Lady Of Sorrows will take place on Friday 11th April 2025.
Our Lady Of Sorrows Processions Schedule
You can find the schedules of Malta and Gozo below. There are several blank areas on the schedules. This means that we haven't found any information to specify when the procession or mass will take place. Please let us know what this is if you have an idea. Where we have marked with an '-', there will be no procession or mass.
The table below shows the village in both English and Maltese, the procession time, and the mass being held before and after the procession. The tables below are both mobile-friendly and you can scroll left and right with your finger.
Note: This information has been researched, however, it is possible that they can change. So, if you would like any clarification, please contact the parish.
Our Lady Of Sorrows In Malta Processions
| Towns & Villages | Bliet U Irħula | Procession Time | Mass Time Before | Mass Time After |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attard | Ħ'Attard | 19:00 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| Bahrija | Il-Baħrija | |||
| Bahar Ic-Caghaq | Baħar Iċ-Ċagħaq | 17:45 | 17:00 | 19:00 |
| Balzan | Ħal Balzan | 18:30 | 18:00 | 19:30 |
| Birgu | Il-Birgu - Vittoriosa | 18:00 | 17:30 | After Procession |
| Birkirkara | Birkirkara - San Guzepp Haddiem | 19:00 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| Birkirkara | Birkirkara - Sant' Elena | 18:30 | 17:30 | 19:45 |
| Birkirkara | Birkirkara - Santa Marija | - | 18:00 | - |
| Birkirkara | Birkirkara - Swatar | 19:00 | 18:30 | - |
| Birzebbuga | Birżebbuġa | 18:00 | 17:15 | 19:15 |
| Bormla | Bormla - Cospicua | 17:30 | 17:00 | 19:00 |
| Burmarrad | Burmarrad | 19:45 | 19:00 | - |
| Dingli | Ħad-Dingli | 18:30 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
| Fgura | Il-Fgura | 18:15 | 17:30 | 20:00 |
| Furjana | Il-Furjana | |||
| Fleur-De-Lys | Fleur-De-Lys | 19:15 | 18:30 | - |
| Għargħur | Ħal Għargħur | 18:00 | 17:30 | 18:45 |
| Għaxaq | Ħal Għaxaq | 18:00 | 17:00 | 19:15 |
| Gudja | Il-Gudja | 18:15 | 17:00 | 19:30 |
| Gwardamanga | Gwardamanġa | 17:45 | 17:00 | 19:15 |
| Gzira | Il-Gżira | 18:45 | 18:00 | - |
| Hamrun | Il-Ħamrun - San Gejtanu | 19:00 | 18:30 | 19:15 |
| Hamrun | Il-Ħamrun - Immakulata Kuncizzjoni | 18:00 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
| Ibrag | L-Ibraġ | 17:30 | 17:00 | 19:15 |
| Isla | L'Isla - Senglea | 18:00 | - | 19:00 |
| Iklin | L-Iklin | - | 17:00 | - |
| Kalkara | Il-Kalkara | 18:00 | 17:15 | 19:30 |
| Kirkop | Ħal Kirkop | 18:00 | 17:00 | 19:00 |
| Lija | Ħal Lija | 18:00 | 17:15 | 19:00 |
| Luqa | Ħal Luqa | 18:45 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| Mdina | L-Imdina | - | - | - |
| Mellieha | Il-Mellieħa | 18:00 | 17:00 | 19:00 |
| Mellieha | Il-Mellieħa - Manikata | 18:30 | 18:00; | - |
| Mgarr | L-Imġarr | 17:45 | 17:00 | 18:45 |
| Mqabba | L-Imqabba | 17:45 | 17:00 | - |
| Msida | L-Imsida | 18:30 | 17:00 | - |
| Marsaskala | Wied Il-Għajn | 18:15 | 17:30 | 19:15 |
| Marsa | Il-Marsa - Trinita' Qaddisa | 18:15 | 17:00 | 19:15 |
| Marsa | Il-Marsa - Maria Regina | 18:15 | 17:30 | - |
| Marsaxlokk | Marsaxlokk | 19:15 | 18:15 | - |
| Mosta | Il-Mosta | 18:00 | 17:30 | 19:00 |
| Mtarfa | L-Imtarfa | 18:45 | 18:00 | 19:30 |
| Naxxar | In-Naxxar | 18:00 | 17:00 | 19:30 |
| Paola | Raħal Ġdid - Kristu Re | 18:45 | 18:00 | 20:15 |
| Paola | Raħal Ġdid - Madonna Ta' Lourdes | 19:15 | 18:30 | - |
| Pembroke | Pembroke | 18:30 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| Qawra | Il-Qawra | 17:45 | 17:00 | 18:45 |
| Qormi | Ħal Qormi - San Gorg | 18:00 | 17:00 | 19:00 |
| Qormi | Ħal Qormi - San Bastjan | 18:00 | 17:15 | 19:15 |
| Qrendi | Il-Qrendi | 18:00 | 17:30 | 19:00 |
| Rabat | Ir-Rabat | Yes | - | |
| Safi | Ħal Safi | 18:00 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
| St. Lucija | Santa Luċija | - | 17:30 | - |
| St. Venera | Santa Venera | 18:00 | 17:00 | 19:30 |
| Siggiewi | Is-Siġġiewi | 18:30 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
| Sliema | Tas-Sliema - Gesu Nazzarenu | 18:30 | - | 20:00 |
| Sliema | Tas-Sliema - Sacro Cuor | 19:15 | 18:30 | - |
| Sliema | Tas-Sliema - San Girgor | 18:15 | 17:30 | - |
| Sliema | Tas-Sliema - Stella Maris | 17:15 | - | 18:30 |
| St. Julian's | San Ġiljan - Parroċċa | - | 17:30 | 19:45 |
| St. Julian's | San Ġiljan - Il-Balluta | 18:00 | ||
| St. Julian's | San Ġiljan - Kunċizzjoni Immakulata | - | 17:15 | - |
| St. Julian's | San Ġiljan - Lapsi Church | - | 17:30 | - |
| San Gwann | San Ġwann | 18:30 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
| St. Paul's Bay | San Pawl Il-Baħar - San Franġisk T'Assisi | |||
| St. Paul's Bay | San Pawl Il-Baħar - Qalb Imqadssa Ta' Marija | 17:45 | 17:00 | 18:30 |
| Swatar | Is-Swatar | 19:00 | 18:30 | - |
| Tarxien | Ħal Tarxien | 18:00 | 17:00 | 18:45 |
| Valletta | Il-Belt Valletta - Ta' Ġiezu | 18:00 | 17:00 | 19:30 |
| Xaghjra | Ix-Xgħajra | 18:00 | ||
| Ta' Xbiex | Ta' Xbiex | - | 18:00 | - |
| Xemxija | Ix-Xemxija | |||
| Zabbar | Ħaż-Żabbar | 18:15 | 17:30 | 19:15 |
| Zebbug | Ħaż-Żebbuġ | 18:15 | 17:30 | 19:30 |
| Zejtun | Iż-Żejtun | 18:00 | 17:15 | - |
| Zurrieq | Iż-Żurrieq | 18:30 | 18:00 | 19:30 |
Our Lady Of Sorrows Processions In Gozo
| Towns & Villages | Bliet U Irħula | Procession Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fontana | Il-Fontana | 18:00 |
| Ghajnielem | Għajnsielem | 18:00 |
| Gharb | L-Għarb | 19:00 |
| Ghasri | L-Għasri | 18:30 |
| Kercem | Ta' Kerċem | 16:45 |
| Munxar | Il-Munxar | 19:00 |
| Nadur | In-Nadur | 18:00 |
| Qala | Il-Qala | 19:30 |
| San Lawrenz | San Lawrenz | 19:45 |
| Sannat | Ta' Sannat | 18:00 |
| Xaghra | Ix-Xagħra | 18:00 |
| Xewkija | Ix-Xewkija | 19:30 |
| Zebbug | Iż-Żebbuġ | 17:45 |
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Helpful Tips For Visitors
- 👔 Attire: It is of utmost respect to dress modestly and comfortably during the function and procession. Bring a light jacket especially if the day is not warm.
- 🕰️ Duration: The processions usually take around 1 to 1.5 hours on average depending on the route for each village which is usually not very long.
- 📷 Photography: The use of photography is permitted, however, refrain from using flash, especially in churches. In this procession only one statue is used, the one dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows.
- 🚌 Transport: All public transport services operate during the usual hours.
- ⛔ Closures: Due to the procession route within the towns and village there will be various closed roads until the procession proceeds through, usually streets close to the parish church.
- 🚫 Do not cross or hinder the path of the procession.
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FAQs: Attending Our Lady of Sorrows in Malta & Gozo
Is it possible for tourists to attend the processions?
Is it possible for tourists to attend the processions?
Definitely! Local customs and traditions should be observed by visitors, as well as respect for the local culture.
Are processions held in all Malta and Gozo towns?
Are processions held in all Malta and Gozo towns?
Some do not, but the majority does. They each have own unique charm, but they all take place on Friday, exactly one week before Good Friday, during late afternoon.
Can I take pictures during the processions?
Can I take pictures during the processions?
Yes, as long as you remain discreet and avoid flash. You should also avoid taking photos from within the process, but always from the side so as not to interfere with the participants.
Can you tell me what the seven swords or stars shown with Our Lady mean?
Can you tell me what the seven swords or stars shown with Our Lady mean?
Each of them represents one of Mary's seven sorrows, each associated with Jesus' death and passion.
How long does the procession of Our Lady Of Sorrows last?
How long does the procession of Our Lady Of Sorrows last?
The processions usually last around 1 hour to 1.5 hours.
When do Our Lady of Sorrows processions take place in Malta?
When do Our Lady of Sorrows processions take place in Malta?
They are always held on the Friday, one week before Good Friday.
What does 'Our Lady of Sorrows' stand for in Maltese?
What does 'Our Lady of Sorrows' stand for in Maltese?
In Maltese, we call it 'Id-Duluri'.
Is Our Lady Of Sorrows a public holiday in Malta?
Is Our Lady Of Sorrows a public holiday in Malta?
No, this is a normal working day.
What time is Our Lady of Sorrows Processions?
What time is Our Lady of Sorrows Processions?
The majority of the processions start between 17:00 and 19:00.
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