Carnival in Venice – the world's most stylish celebration
Carnival in Venice is one of the world's most historic and elegant folk festivals and takes place every year in February. The city is transformed into a living theater stage, where masks, costumes and gondolas form the backdrop for a centuries-old ritual. Is it theater that becomes a party - or a party that becomes theater? In Venice, everything flows together. The mask makes everyone equal. You can be a discreet spectator or a brave participant - both are completely in the spirit of the carnival. The atmosphere is both solemn and playful, and everywhere in the narrow streets you will encounter figures that look like something from another era. The party is on.February is the month of the big masked balls – a perfect culmination of winter and the first taste of spring and summer in Italy.Read more about Carnival and other events in VeniceOther major carnivals in the world
- Mardi Gras in New Orleans – voodoo, jazz and a completely unique party atmosphere
- Trinidad & Tobago – Caribbean rhythm and tropical warmth
- Carnival in Rio – the reference for all carnivals, colors, samba and wild energy
- Carnival in Cologne – German thoroughness: the party starts in November and doesn't end until February
- Binche Carnival in Belgium – UNESCO-protected tradition with deep roots
- Carnival in Grenada – lesser known, but intense and authentic
- Carnival in Nice – French elegance, lots of bubbles and a short flight
- Carnival in Copenhagen – the May edition where we don't freeze in our costumes
- Notting Hill in London – August festival of truly grand proportions
More inspiration for travel in Italy
- Travel to Italy – the best routes and regions
- Italy's famous wine regions
- The Trevi Fountain in Rome – an eternal magnet for travelers
- Corniglia — the only one of the five towns of Cinque Terre without a port
- Castles in Italy – royal atmosphere for a day
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