Evening Carnival partying Venice: The courtesans of the Doge

On the evening of Friday, February 13, 2026, come and experience one of the most beautiful Venice masquerade balls: The courtesans of the Doge! A costume party where you can let loose among dancing, performances, listen to opera singing and live music. Included in the evening is a welcome drink with Venetian cicchetti and a gala masquerade dinner!

WHY DID WE LIKE THIS EXPERIENCE SO MUCH?

  • Relive the atmosphere of 18th-century Venice for a night.
  • Enjoy the performances by our artists in period costume.
  • Discover listen to opera singing.

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Price

  • Gold Ticket includes participation in the party with dinner in the “Salone Pisani“:
    • € 380 per person – SOLD OUT
    • € 700 per person with additional rental of carnival costume – SOLD OUT
  • Platinum Ticket includes participation in the party with dinner in the ‘Pisanino’ overlooking the Grand Canal:
    • € 450 per person – SOLD OUT
    • € 780 per person with additional carnival costume hire – SOLD OUT
  • After-dinner ticket from 11 p.m.
    • €95 per person – SOLD OUT

Other practical information

  • Dress Code: mandatory participation in carnival costume or fancy dress with mask.
    • Please note that this is not a party with a strict period costume dress code.
  • Menu: meat, vegan and gluten-free menus can be requested at the time of booking.
  • After-dinner party: drinks at the bar are not included (no open bar).
  • Location: Palazzetto Pisani.
  • The party ends at 2 a.m.

Spoken Languages

  • Italian
  • English
  • French

Included / Excluded

Included :

  • tickets for the complete event include admission to the party from 7 p.m., a welcome drink, dinner, entertainment with live shows and artistic performances, and an after-dinner party;
  • Gold’ tickets include dinner served at the “Salone Pisani“;
  • Platinum’ tickets include dinner served in the “Pisanino” overlooking the Grand Canal;
  • the ‘Gold’ ticket may include, if booked, the hire of a carnival costume;
  • the ‘Platinum’ ticket may include, if booked, the hire of a carnival costume;
  • The after-dinner ticket includes admission at 11 p.m. and one drink.

Excluded :

  • anything not specifically stated as “Included”.

Sales Conditions

  • Once the reservation is confirmed, there are no refunds in case of cancellation by the customer.
  • The event will be cancelled and refunded only if the festival is officially banned by regulations.
  • The programme may be subject to change if regulations impose specific restrictions.

Availability

Friday 13 February 2026

Duration

from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Features

  • Child Friendly
  • Accessible with public transport

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Venice Carnival Party 2026: discover The courtesans of the Doge!

Come celebrate this Carnival with a masquerade dinner that will introduce you to the Doge’s world of charm and seduction!

Our performers in period costume will be happy to welcome you with a welcome drink served in the salon, with delicious Venetian cicchetti.

Afterwards, “The courtesans of the Doge” will begin, in which our figurants will appear in costume, just as they did in the era of the great seducer.

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The courtesans of the Doge’s party in Venice: a night full of surprises!

The gala dinner with a sophisticated menu will be served on the main floor, where, between courses, you will be entertained by artistic performances!

In performances of the sparkling, charming, and engaging opera like never before, the Rialto Ensemble artists will perform singing and dancing among the tables and guests.

The artists will be ready to suggest and involve you in a sensational experience. Come and enjoy this evening without limits and discover the world of the Doge’s courtesans!

This party is hosted at the Palazzetto Pisani, housed in an ancient 18th-century palace, overlooking the Grand Canal and located a short distance from St Mark’s Square and the La Fenice Theatre.

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Program of the evening carnival party

  • From 7 p.m. Entrance to the party and welcome drink with artistic and musical performances.
  • From 8 p.m. Gala dinner served on the main floor (piano nobile) with live performances; each course will be interspersed with an act from the opera.
  • 11 p.m. After dinner, the after-party begins with a DJ set.
  • 2 p.m. End of the event.

Program of the evening carnival party

Doge’s Aperitif Buffet

Chef’s fantasies.
Orange marinated salmon.
Cicchetti in tuna, pink pepper and horseradish sauce.
Moscardino.

Fish dinner served at the table

Scallop au gratin.
Tomato and crab gnocchetto.

Sea bass fillet on creamed potatoes.

Dessert

Buffet of traditional Carnival desserts.
Deconstructed tiramisu.

Regional wines.

Venice Carnival Party Palazzetto Pisani

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