Venice is world-famous for its splendid Carnival with Venetian masks as well as the international Art Biennale. The lagoon city offers a wide range of unique events set against an unmatched backdrop throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo Festa della Salute takes place on November 21, 2026 in Venice. A temporary bridge across the Grand Canal leads to the Basilica della Salute, where thousands of Venetians commemorate the end of the 1630 plague.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Venice pairs midnight fireworks over St Mark's Basin with La Fenice concerts and gatherings along Riva degli Schiavoni. Public waterfront viewing is free, while dinners, boats and theatre seats are ticketed. With travel, weather and crowds planned in advance, it is one of Italy's most atmospheric ways to welcome the year.
Illustrative photo The Carnivale di Venezia transforms Venice into a magical realm of masks, elaborate costumes, and historic balls from January 30 to February 9, 2027. Experience the world-famous festival firsthand at St. Mark's Square and throughout the lagoon city.
Illustrative photo The Vogalonga 2027 takes place on 16 May in Venice. This non-competitive rowing event covers about 30 kilometres through the lagoon and Grand Canal, attracting thousands of participants in traditional and modern boats.
Illustrative photo The Festa del Redentore takes place in Venice on July 17 and 18, 2027. This centuries old festival combines a floating votive bridge, a spectacular fireworks display over the Bacino di San Marco and traditional boat regattas.
Illustrative photo The Festa del Redentore 2027 brings a spectacular fireworks display to the Bacino di San Marco in Venice, accompanied by boat processions, a votive mass and historic regattas around the Giudecca.
Illustrative photo The Regata Storica takes place on September 5, 2027 on the Grand Canal in Venice. The historic boat parade in Renaissance costume and the rowing races that follow are among the city's most iconic traditions.
Illustrative photo The Venezia Jazz Festival 2027 brings international jazz and contemporary music to the historic theatres and campi of Venice. Organised by Veneto Jazz, concerts take place at venues such as Teatro La Fenice and Laguna Libre. Exact dates are still TBA; tickets and programme at venetojazz.com.
Illustrative photo The Biennale Musica 2026 brings contemporary music to Venice, featuring world premieres and concerts by international composers at historic venues across the city, including the Arsenale and Ca' Giustinian.