02/07/2026
📢 IMPORTANT TRAFFIC & PUBLIC TRANSPORT UPDATE – MQABBA FEST 📢
Dear residents and visitors,
As we celebrate Mqabba Fest, please be informed of the following traffic arrangements and road closures to ensure everyone's safety and a smooth flow of traffic.
🚫 Road Closure Notice
Triq il-Konvoj ta’ Santa Marija will remain completely closed to traffic until Saturday, 4th July at 8:00 PM.
👮 Traffic Management & Diversions
Transport Malta officials are stationed in the area during daytime hours to assist with traffic management. Please follow their guidance explicitly.
If you are driving in the area, please follow these designated routes:
➡️ Entering Mqabba from Triq il-Konvoj: Please divert and drive towards Triq il-Barrieri.
⬅️ Exiting Mqabba: Please drive towards the service road of Triq il-Konvoj.
🚌 Public Transport & Bus Diversions
As detailed in the notice issued by TM, several bus routes will be affected from Wednesday 1st July until Saturday 4th July 2026. Please plan your journeys accordingly:
ROUTE 74: Buses coming from Qrendi towards Mqabba will divert via Triq is-Sejba and will not serve Mqabba Centre.
Missed stops: Bazilju, Hagra, Gilju, and Konvoj.
ROUTES 117 & 218: Buses from Qrendi will terminate at bus stop 6439 (Mqabba Cherrett). The return journey will depart from this same stop directly back to Qrendi.
Missed stops: Mentna, Hagra, Gilju, Bazilju, and Konvoj.
ROUTE 72: Buses from Luqa towards Mqabba will divert via Triq iż-Żurrieq, Triq tal-Bebbux, and Triq it-Tempesta, turning at the roundabout before reaching Mqabba Centre.
Missed stops: Mentna, Hagra, Gilju, Bazilju, Mqabba, Ikħal, and Andar.
🙏 A Gentle Reminder to All Drivers
We kindly encourage everyone to exercise caution and drive safely. Please be highly respectful of local residents, and remain mindful of parked vehicles when navigating the diverted routes.
Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and support. Enjoy Mqabba Fest safely! 🎆
