Rainbow flags and smiling faces adorned Republic Street in what turned out to be the largest and most colourful celebration of equality, love and LGBT+ rights that Malta has ever seen.

Close to 8,000 people walked the streets, with large floats and loud music leading the parade and giving off a festive atmosphere.

Prime Minister Joseph Muscat also made an appearance.

Lovin Malta and Lollipop even came together to lead their own float during the parade, after kicking off the weekend’s celebrations with a party the night before.

People of all ages took part in the celebration and showed the world that Malta stands with the LGBT+ community for another year.