Step into the timeless charm of Venice, where history, culture, and grandeur converge amidst the enchanting waterways and picturesque architecture. Welcome to the Venice Carnival 2025, a celebration steeped in tradition and splendor, where the city comes alive with an air of mystery and revelry. As we unveil the detailed schedule for this year’s festivities, prepare to be transported to a world of opulence and intrigue.
From the majestic grandeur of masked balls to the lively street performances echoing through the labyrinthine alleys, the Venice Carnival 2025 offers a meticulously curated program that promises an unforgettable experience for all who partake. Join us as we embark on a journey through the heart of this captivating celebration, where every moment is imbued with the magic and allure of Venice’s rich cultural heritage.
The schedule for the 2025 Carnival is subject to potential last-minute adjustments, which will promptly be communicated as soon as they are confirmed.
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City Pass, Tours, and Tickets
Here is your ultimate section for unlocking the magic of this historic celebration. Dive into the heart of the festivities with ease as we provide seamless access to the most iconic attractions, exclusive tours, and coveted events of the Carnival. With our curated passes and tickets, you’ll embark on a journey through the enchanting streets of Venice, immersing yourself in the rich culture and vibrant energy of this extraordinary event. Get ready to experience the Venice Carnival 2025 like never before with City Pass, Tours, and Tickets.
Venice Pre-Carnival 2025
Before the main festivities of the Venice Carnival 2025 kick off, the city comes alive with an array of captivating pre-carnival events. From early January onwards, Venetians and visitors alike can indulge in a series of enchanting happenings that set the stage for the grand carnival. Elegant masquerade balls hosted in historic palazzos offer a glimpse into Venice’s aristocratic past, where guests don elaborate costumes and masks, stepping back into a bygone era of opulence and intrigue.
Meanwhile, lively street performances and musical concerts in picturesque squares such as Piazza San Marco add a modern twist to the pre-carnival atmosphere, enticing crowds with their vibrant energy and artistic flair. These events not only build anticipation for the main carnival days but also highlight Venice’s cultural richness and enduring allure as a hub of artistic expression and festive revelry.
Saturday 15 February 2025
Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns:
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares
From 11:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 19:00
Street Theater Show:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
- Carnival Mask Workshop tickets please click here
- Venice Carnival 2025 Party Cruise tickets please click here
- Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concert & Music Museum Visit tickets please click here
- Interpreti Veneziani Concert at Church of San Vidal tickets please click here
- Traveling Opera in a Historic Palace on Grand Canal tickets please click here
- Traditional Italian Food and Venice Old Town Private Tour tickets please click here
- Romantic evening with dinner and a concert tickets please click here
- Venice in a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doges Palace & Gondola ride tickets please click here
Sunday 16 February 2025
Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns:
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares
From 11:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 19:00 (these street shows are free)
Venetians Boat Carnival: 10:30 The boats gather at Dogana da Mar next to the Salute Church, departure at 11:00, the Explosion of the “Pantegana” in front of the Rialto Bridge at 11:20, then arrive at 11:30 at Campo de l’Erbaria Square at Rialto and Venetian festival.
Street Theater Show:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
Venice Carnival 2025 Schedule
The Venice Carnival 2025 promises a spectacular return to tradition and festivity in the heart of this iconic city. Scheduled to commence on Saturday February 22nd, 2025, the carnival will unfold over 11 days of vibrant celebration, culminating in a crescendo of masked balls, parades, and cultural events across Venice’s enchanting labyrinth of canals and historic squares.
This year’s programme showcases a rich tapestry of events catering to every taste and interest, from elaborate costume contests to theatrical performances and culinary delights. Renowned for its centuries-old tradition of masking, the carnival invites participants to immerse themselves in a world of mystery and splendor, where the streets come alive with music, dance, and the timeless elegance of Venetian masks. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned attendee, the Venice Carnival 2025 promises an unforgettable experience steeped in history, culture, and the enchanting allure of one of the world’s most beloved festivals. Here is your full schedule:
Saturday 22 February 2025
14:30 The Feast of the “Maries” The parade of the prettiest girls of Venice starts at the Traghetto in Santa Sofia; then, they will take a gondola to Saint-Mark and be presented on St. Mark’s Square.
Free Shows: Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns, Costumes
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares From 11:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 19:00
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Carnival Costume Contest St Mark Square, from 12:00 to 12:30 and from 15:30 to 16:00
Street Theater Shows:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
Saint-Mark Square: 11:30, 14:30, 16:00
- Carnival Mask Workshop tickets please click here
- Venice Carnival 2025 Party Cruise tickets please click here
- Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concert & Music Museum Visit tickets please click here
- Interpreti Veneziani Concert at Church of San Vidal tickets please click here
- Traveling Opera in a Historic Palace on Grand Canal tickets please click here
- Traditional Italian Food and Venice Old Town Private Tour tickets please click here
- Romantic evening with dinner and a concert tickets please click here
- Venice in a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doges Palace & Gondola ride tickets please click here
Sunday 23 February 2025
Free Shows: Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns, Costumes
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares
From 11:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 19:00
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Carnival Costume Contest St Mark Square, from 16:30 to 17:00
Street Theater Shows:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
Saint-Mark Square: 11:30, 14:30
12:00 Flight of the Angel from St Mark’s Bell Tower
Monday 24 February 2025
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Tuesday 25 February 2025
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Wednesday 26 February 2025
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
- Carnival Mask Workshop tickets please click here
- Venice Carnival 2025 Party Cruise tickets please click here
- Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concert & Music Museum Visit tickets please click here
- Interpreti Veneziani Concert at Church of San Vidal tickets please click here
- Traveling Opera in a Historic Palace on Grand Canal tickets please click here
- Traditional Italian Food and Venice Old Town Private Tour tickets please click here
- Romantic evening with dinner and a concert tickets please click here
- Venice in a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doges Palace & Gondola ride tickets please click here
Thursday 27 February 2025
Free Shows: Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns, Costumes
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares
From 15:00 to 19:00
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Carnival Costume Contest St Mark Square, from 12:00 to 12:30, from 15:30 to 16:00, from 17:30 to 18:00
Street Theater Shows:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
Saint-Mark Square: 11:30, 14:30
Burano Island Carnival from 15:00 to 21:00
Friday 28 February 2025
Free Shows: Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns, Costumes
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares
From 15:00 to 19:00
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Carnival Costume Contest St Mark Square, from 12:00 to 12:30, from 17:30 to 18:30
Burano Island Carnival from 15:00 to 21:00
Street Theater Shows:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00
Saint-Mark Square: 11:30, 14:30
- Carnival Mask Workshop tickets please click here
- Venice Carnival 2025 Party Cruise tickets please click here
- Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concert & Music Museum Visit tickets please click here
- Interpreti Veneziani Concert at Church of San Vidal tickets please click here
- Traveling Opera in a Historic Palace on Grand Canal tickets please click here
- Traditional Italian Food and Venice Old Town Private Tour tickets please click here
- Romantic evening with dinner and a concert tickets please click here
- Venice in a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doges Palace & Gondola ride tickets please click here
Saturday 1st March 2025
Free Shows: Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns, Costumes
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares
From 15:00 to 19:00
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Carnival Costume Contest St Mark Square, from 12:00 to 13:00, from 16:30 to 17:00
Burano Island Carnival from 15:00 to 21:00
Street Theater Shows:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00
Saint-Mark Square: 11:30, 14:30, 16:00
Sunday 2 March 2025
Free Shows: Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns, Costumes
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares, from 15:00 to 19:00
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Carnival Costume Contest St Mark Square, from 17:00 to 17:30
12:00 Flight of the Eagle from St Mark’s Bell Tower
Burano Island Carnival from 15:00 to 21:00
Street Theater Shows:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00
Saint-Mark Square: 11:30, 14:30, 16:00
- Carnival Mask Workshop tickets please click here
- Venice Carnival 2025 Party Cruise tickets please click here
- Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Concert & Music Museum Visit tickets please click here
- Interpreti Veneziani Concert at Church of San Vidal tickets please click here
- Traveling Opera in a Historic Palace on Grand Canal tickets please click here
- Traditional Italian Food and Venice Old Town Private Tour tickets please click here
- Romantic evening with dinner and a concert tickets please click here
- Venice in a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doges Palace & Gondola ride tickets please click here
Monday 3 March 2025
Free Shows: Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns, Costumes
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares, from 15:00 to 19:00
10:00 to 12:00 Presentation of the 12 “Mary” 2025 Saint Mark’s Square
Parade of traditional carnival costumes from all regions of Italy, St Mark Square, from 15:00 to 17:00
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
Tuesday 4 March 2025
Free Shows: Music, Circus Theater, Acrobatics and Clowns, Costumes
S. Margherita, S.Giacomo, S.Geremia, S.Cassiano, Gesuiti, S.M.Formosa, Sant’Elena and Burano Galuppi Squares, from 15:00 to 19:00
Carnival Costumes’ Show St Mark Square, from 9:00 to 17:00
12:00 Flight of the Lion from St Mark’s Bell Tower
Burano Island Carnival from 15:00 to 21:00
Street Theater Shows:
St. Stefano Square: 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
Saint-Mark Square: 11:30, 14:30
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Venice Carnival 2025 promises to be a spectacular celebration of art, culture, and history against the backdrop of one of the world’s most enchanting cities. With a diverse array of events ranging from traditional masked balls to contemporary performances and vibrant street festivities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you’re a seasoned attendee or planning your first visit, the meticulously curated programme ensures an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the magic of Venice and witness firsthand why the Carnival remains a timeless symbol of creativity and revelry. Mark your calendars and prepare to be captivated by the charm and elegance of the Venice Carnival 2025!
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