DYNAMIC EVENTS LIMITED
MALTA ENTERTAINMENT, DJ & RADIO/TV AWARDS 2026
Unprecedented success for The Malta Entertainment Awards 2026
By Martin Vella
The Malta Entertainment Awards 2026 gala award ceremony has been successfully held in a jam-packed Xara Lodge, introducing unrivalled top-quality entertainment, including special VIP guests flown in from Italy- Maestro Francesco Sartori, foremost Italian composer and piano and trumpet player, composer of “Con te partirò“, with lyrics by Lucio Quarantotto, for Andrea Bocelli, who accompanied Voice of Italy Senior Runner-up and world-famous lyric-opera singer Maestro Luca Minelli, also known as ‘The Voice of Venice’, besides other top Maltese artists, singers, musicians and award-winning rap and hip-hop performers.
The Malta Entertainment, DJ & Radio/TV Awards 2026 (held Feb 19, 2026) honoured top local talent, with Privé Events winning Best Event Organiser and Best Event Venue, among other accolades, and international DJ Stevy Vee winning Best Overall male DJ, while DJ Tiffany Pisani and DJ Sabrina Martinez winning top female awards in their respective categories. TV personality Malcolm Pisani won various prestigious awards, obtaining highest votes from the judges for his innovation and contribution to the industry. Other major winners included CD Gigs Management, ForthBeats Ltd., and Chris Funkytown, highlighting excellence in Malta’s DJ, music, entertainment, film, TV and radio performing arts and music culture scene.
Key 2026 Award Recipients & Highlights:
- Privé Events Malta: Best Event Organiser, Best Event Venue, Best Entertainment Industry Award for Longevity, and a Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Stevy Vee: Best Overall DJ of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Award.
- CD Gigs Management: Best Gigs Management of the Year.
- ForthBeats Ltd: Best Entertainment Company of the Year.
- Chris Funkytown: Best 80s & 90s DJ Host and Event Organizer, and Best Stage Setup.
- Malcolm Pisani: Announced as a winner of multiple accolades during the high-level production [see below].
- Commander Jay Events & Entertainment: Best Weddings & Party DJ of the Year; Best Event Decoration & event Furniture Rental Company of the Year; Best Custom Event Planning of the year; Best Entertainment Rentals of the Yer
- Goodear Entertainment Ltd: Best DJ Services Award; Best Mobile Services DJ of the Year; Best Radio DJ; Best Event Sound Hire. Light & Visual Business of the Year; Best new DJ online store of the Year; Best Artist Management Company of the Year; Best MC Hype Man of the Year
- Toby Music: Best Electronic Music Pioneer/Producer of the Year; Best Electronic Track/Song of the the Season
- DJ Panza: Best Afro House Beats DJ of the Year; Best International EDM Collaboration of the Year
- Hooligan: Award for Outstanding Hip-Hop Performance of the Year
- Kevin Borg: Top performing Live Singer of the Year
- Best 80’s Radio DJ Presenter: This prestigious award was also presented during the evening to recognize excellence in TV/radio broadcasting.
- The 2026 edition focused on empowering local talent and supporting young performers through live showcases. The awards are highly regarded by the business community as a platform for recognizing excellence in the local music, film, broadcasting and entertainment industries.
Sample Feedback from Guests….
What a night! 
5 Awards !! we love you 
At the Malta Entertainment DJ & Radio/TV Awards 2026, Privé Events Malta proudly took home multiple awards, including Best Event Organiser of the Year, Best Event Venue of the Year, Best Entertainment Industry Award for Longevity, and a Lifetime Achievement Award. A huge thank you to our founder Darryn Portelli, who has been leading Privé Events for 30 years with passion and vision. And of course, none of this would be possible without our amazing team, our DJs, and our clients who make all this magic happen.
Here’s to many more unforgettable nights! 

At the Malta Entertainment DJ & Radio/TV Awards 2026, Privé Events Malta proudly took home multiple awards, including Best Event Organiser of the Year, Best Event Venue of the Year, Best Entertainment Industry Award for Longevity, and a Lifetime Achievement Award. A huge thank you to our founder Darryn Portelli, who has been leading Privé Events for 30 years with passion and vision. And of course, none of this would be possible without our amazing team, our DJs, and our clients who make all this magic happen.
Darryn Portelli, Prive’ Events
Malcolm Pisani has announced a series of wins at the Malta Entertainment Awards 2026, describing the ceremony as a high-level production and thanking those who supported his work. Pisani said he received Best Male Pop/Commercial Singer of the Year, while his track “I Found You” won Best Song of the Year and Best Music Video of the Year. He also said he was awarded Best TV Show Personality & Presenter of the Year. In the same message, Pisani said he and Kim received the award for Best Media & Event Presenter of the Year. He dedicated the results to his family and to his partner Kim and also acknowledged his team and 2806 Media Productions for their work across music and television. Pisani added that 2026 marks his 20th year on the local scene, calling it a special anniversary year and thanking supporters for their continued encouragement. Congratulations to Malcolm and everyone involved on the recognition, especially the Organizers of this unforgettable and amazing event.
Mela Bongu Post/Facebook
Thanks to The Malta Entertainment, DJ & Radio/TV Awards 2026 ! We have been awarded 2 prestigious awards. The Best 80’s Radio DJ Presenter award and Most Outstanding Cruise Line Music DJ Promoter of the Year — I am so grateful !!! Thank you to all those who have supported me in my 42 year DJ career. Wish to dedicate these achievements to all my listeners, 80’s fans who attended our many events and all my friends and family.
The event organizers Dynamic Events Limited, recognized as the pioneers of the local business award programs and events, wish to thank everyone who participated, especially all the nominees and all those who have shown firm trust and support for their commitment to provide a unique platform for the best local Maltese music, DJ, singers, rap/hip-hop artists, musicians, film, tv and local commercial production studios, recognizing, rewarding and celebrating best talent and outstanding performers contributing to the growth and development of these sectors in Malta and Gozo.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Margaret Brincat at 9940 6743 / margaret@dynamiceventsmalta.com
























