What it is

Tails in Wonderland is the MSPCA's summer fair, a family-friendly fundraising day held at the elegant Palazzo Parisio in Naxxar on Sunday 14 June 2026. The MSPCA - the Malta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - is one of the island's longest-established animal-welfare charities, and its summer fair is both a fun day out and a way to support the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of animals across Malta. The fair turns the beautiful grounds of Palazzo Parisio - a 19th-century palace often called Malta's "little Versailles", with its formal Baroque gardens - into a relaxed day of stalls, activities, food and entertainment, all in aid of the charity. Expect the kind of community-fair atmosphere that makes these events so enjoyable: craft and gift stalls, homemade food and treats, games and activities for children, raffles and tombola, and plenty of animal-themed fun, with the "Wonderland" theme giving it a playful, whimsical character. It is the sort of event that is as much about a pleasant afternoon in lovely surroundings as it is about the cause. For families, it is an easy, wholesome day out. Children can enjoy the activities and the gardens while parents browse the stalls and support a good cause, and the palace setting makes it more special than a typical fete. For animal lovers, it is a chance to meet the people behind the MSPCA's work, learn about responsible pet ownership and adoption, and contribute directly to the welfare of animals on the island - every ticket and every purchase helps fund the charity's shelters and veterinary care. The MSPCA's work is year-round and entirely dependent on public support: it takes in abandoned, neglected and stray animals, provides veterinary treatment, and works to find them loving homes, alongside education and advocacy to improve animal welfare across Malta. Events like Tails in Wonderland are an important part of keeping that work going, which is what gives a cheerful summer fair a real purpose behind the fun. For a visitor, it is a gentle, genuinely local event - a community charity fair in the grounds of one of Malta's finest historic houses - and a nice contrast to the island's bigger, louder summer happenings. Naxxar is in the centre of Malta and easy to reach by bus or car, and a visit can be combined with a tour of Palazzo Parisio itself, whose opulent state rooms and gardens are a popular attraction in their own right. A few practical notes. The fair is a single-day event on Sunday 14 June; bring sun protection and a hat for a warm June day in the gardens, and some cash for the stalls, food and raffles even if card payment is available. It is a family-friendly daytime event suitable for all ages. Because it is a fundraiser, the more the merrier - turning up, spending a little and enjoying the day all directly support the animals. Tickets and details are available through Ticketline, and the MSPCA's own channels carry the latest information on stalls, activities and timings. For families, animal lovers, and anyone who enjoys a charming summer fair in a beautiful setting - all while supporting a good cause - Tails in Wonderland is a lovely way to spend a June Sunday. Check the organiser's page for the latest details before you go.

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