Carnival

From January 31 to February 17, the Venice Carnival returns, turning the city into the world’s most enchanting open-air stage. The heart of the celebrations remains St. Mark’s Square, but this year with a twist: due to restoration works around the St. Mark’s Bell Tower, the famous aerial flights are replaced by immersive, ground-level shows that bring costumes, performers, and history closer than ever.

Giuseppe from Venice City Tours describes the stage in Piazza San Marco as the heart of Carnival, an ever-changing setting and the venue of the “Most Beautiful Mask” contest, where every costume tells a story blending tradition and imagination. Carnival should be experienced firsthand: anyone can take part, even by creating their own handcrafted mask at the Palazzo delle Prigioni. Giuseppe concludes by inviting everyone to stop by the offices for assistance and to experience Carnival as true protagonists.

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