Carnival party in Hotel Principe in Venice

Carnival Masquerade Ball at Hotel Principe in Venice
Cenone Capodanno Venezia Hotel Principe

On Saturday 7 and Saturday 14 February 2026, experience the enchanting atmosphere of the Venice Carnival with parties at the Hotel Principe. An exclusive evening of live music, artistic performances and timeless magic. Let yourself be carried away by the charm of a masked ball.

WHY DID WE LIKE THIS EXPERIENCE SO MUCH?

  • Enjoy an exclusive evening in a truly evocative location: the Hotel Principe overlooking the Grand Canal.
  • Take part in an engaging evening of elegance and fun with high-level artistic performances.
  • Enjoy a refined dinner surrounded by masks, soft lighting and settings from times gone by.
  • Have fun with lots of music and artistic performances!

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Price

  • Gold Ticket: € 250 per person – Saturday, 7 February NOT AVAILABLE – Friday, 14 February
    Please note that as the date of the experience approaches, the price will increase to £300 per person.
  • Platinum Ticket: € 700 per person – Saturday, 7 February NOT AVAILABLE – Friday, 14 February SOLD OUT
    In addition to participation in the event, this also includes costume hire.

Other practical information

  • A choice of meat, fish or vegetarian menu is requested at the time of booking.
  • Please indicate any food allergies or intolerances at the time of booking.
  • Dress code: carnival costume or elegant dress with mask is mandatory.
  • Each table seats 10–12 people. If your group does not fill the entire table, the remaining seats will be shared with other participants.
  • The theme of the evening varies depending on the date:
    • Saturday 7 February: “The Prince of Venice”.
    • Saturday 14 February: “Masquerade Grand Ball”.

Spoken Languages

  • Italian
  • English

Included / Excluded

Included :

  • The Gold Ticket includes admission to the party and participation in the entire event.
  • The Platinum Ticket includes admission to the party, participation in the entire event and the hire of a carnival costume.

Excluded :

  • anything not expressly mentioned under ‘Included’.

Sales Conditions

  • Once the booking has been confirmed, there are no refunds in case of cancellation by the customer.
  • The programme is subject to change if specific restrictions are introduced.
  • The event will only be cancelled and refunded in the event of an official ban imposed by current regulations.

Availability

7th and 14th February 2026

Duration

from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Features

  • Accessible with public transport

Carnival Party at the Hotel Principe

Carnival nights in Venice have an enchanting charm. The soft lights of the palaces are reflected in the canals, the streets come alive with elegant masks and the city is transformed into a timeless stage.

On Saturday 7th and Saturday 14th February 2026, at the Hotel Principe in Venice, in the heart of this unique atmosphere, an exclusive masked ball will come to life, accompanied by music and artists from the Rialto Ensemble; an intense and refined experience that combines fun and conviviality.

With dancing, period costumes, artistic performances and a delicious dinner, this entertaining Carnival party is the perfect opportunity to experience Venice during the Carnival period.

  • On Saturday 7th February, the theme of the party will be “The Prince of Venice”.
  • On Saturday 14th February, the theme of the party will be “Masquerade Grand Ball”.

Carnival party in Venice at the Hotel Principe on the Grand Canal

Experience the Venice Carnival with an unforgettable dinner and party on the Grand Canal.

Want to discover the essence of the Venice Carnival? Take part in a masked party at the palace: the Hotel Principe (position in Google Maps) welcomes you in a refined and charming atmosphere. Overlooking the Grand Canal in the heart of the city, this historic hotel combines the prestige of Venetian architecture with modern comforts: elegant rooms, Murano glass chandeliers and unique views of the lagoon.

Whether you choose to enjoy this evening as a couple or with friends, the party at the Hotel Principe will be a unique way to immerse yourself in the magic of the Venetian Carnival.

Carnival in Venice: dinner and party

This 2026 carnival party in the heart of Venice will be all about elegance without neglecting fun! Discover the evening’s programme!

Evening programme

On 7th and 14th February 2026, get ready for a complete experience.

  • 6.30 pm. Check-in and welcome of guests in the lobby, where the staff will introduce the evening.
  • 7 pm. Aperitif: live music and entertainment with artists who will engage participants in elegant ballroom dancing and performances in keeping with the theme of the evening, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.
  • Between 8:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Dinner begins in the restaurant; between courses, singers, dancers and jugglers will take turns to liven up the evening and transport guests into the enchantment of the evening’s theme.
  • 11:00 p.m. Dessert.
  • 11:30 p.m. End of the evening.

Dress code: participation in carnival costume or elegant attire with mask is mandatory.

Venice New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu

Aperitif

Welcome Flute of Prosecco Docg.

Finger food

Codfish cone with poppy seeds.

Prawn in kataifi pastry.

Starter

Grilled octopus tentacle on Arlecchino potato purée.

First course

Calamarata (dry pasta) from Gragnano DOP with prawns and Treviso IGP radicchio.

Main course

Slice of sea croaker fillet on scampi bisque.

Potato millefeuille and confit cherry tomatoes.

Dessert

Venetian fritters and galani (traditional sweets).

Espresso.

Selected wines

Soave D.o.c. – I Prandi wine cellars

Chardonnay D.o.c. – I Prandi wine cellars

Moscato Fiori d’Arancio D.o.c.g. – Cà Bianca wine cellar

Meat, gluten-free or vegan menus are available upon request at the time of booking.

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