During the Venice Carnival period, there are all kinds of parties everywhere in the city. You could choose to celebrate in the Piazza, on the streets, in a hotel.
However, what we recommend for your Carnival Celebration is to join a private party in the historic palaces of Venice, which will give you the opportunity to be in an exclusive location to celebrate one of the most special festivals in the world.
A Venetian masquerade ball is really a unique occasion to celebrate the Venice Carnival, Italy.
You will see all kinds of artistic performances : jugglers, fire eaters, dancers, and live music among the luxuries of a Venetian residence not usually open to the public.
You will jump back in time to experience the luxurious and mysterious side of life of many years ago in the City of Water.
Venice carnival masked balls organized in Venetian palaces normally have an entrance ticket, which includes various services: from gala dinner to the rental of costumes, to the private transfer. Read on to find out more!
Venice Carnival Masked balls
Here is the calendar with all the dates of the most beautiful private masquerade parties of the Venice Carnival 2025!
From Saturday 31st January to Friday 13th February 2026.
From Saturday 14th February to Tuesday 17th February 2026.
PARTIES AT VENETIAN PALACES
Rent a costume and attend a masked ball at the palace. You can choose from many parties that will let you experience the seductive and fun atmosphere of Venice in the past.
CARNIVAL HOLIDAYS
Would you like to join us in Venice to experience the carnival as a protagonist? Tours, workshops and palace parties await you; and you can also ask us for accommodation. We will send you a tailor-made proposal.
COSTUMES AND MASKS
A fun way to experience the Venice Carnival is to stroll through the calli among the costumed people and learn how to create your own mask in a craft workshop.
Venice masked ball costumes: dress code
Some masked balls require an easier dress code, for example, arriving after dinner with an elegant evening dress and mask instead of the historical costume.
Keep in mind that places for Carnival dinners and events are limited and reservations are made months in advance. Therefore choose your event for your February 2026 Carnival celebration and book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
Here are some of the best masked balls available in Venice to celebrate Carnival 2026.
Venice masked Ball of Dreams
Every year during Carnival the ancient palaces of Venice become stunning locations for fabulous Venetian masked balls. This year, it will be the “Palazzo Ca’Zen ai Frari ” , in the San Polo district, opening its gates for the “Ball of Dreams”. This masked ball is among the most famous taking place in Venice.
Get ready for a really special night : Entertainers, music, cocktails, gala dinner, and finally DJ set and open bar. Don’t forget about the Dress-code! Luckily, this event offers options with outfit included! Make sure you book early to have more costumes to choose from!
Date: Saturday 7th FEBRUARY 2026
Location: Palazzo Zen
Dress Code: period costume or elegant evening dress depending on the hall booked
From € 690 per person
Masked ball Venice: Carnival in Love Grand Ball
Here is another masquerade ball: Carnival in Love- Grand Ball. As we know, in Venice, nothing is exaggerated, and if there is one thing the city likes to do most, it is to surprise you!
On Saturday, February 18th, enter the labyrinth of an endless night with a final event of the closing Carnival, the masked ball of Venice “Carnival in Love – Venetian Serenade” will be unforgettable. At the “Palazzo Ca’Zen ai Frari ”, the celebrations will continue until the middle of the night.
Date: Saturday 14th FEBRUARY 2026
Dress Code: period costume or elegant evening dress depending on the hall booked
From: € 690 per person
The Doge’s Ball
The “Doge’s Ball” is the most luxurious event of the Carnival, with a new edition each year , more intriguing and magnificent than the previous one. If you are looking for a fancy party with VIP guests, don’t look any further.
The entertainment of the highest level is expected, together with incredible decoration and costumes from the collection of the most famous designer in Venice
Date: Saturday 14th FEBRUARY 2026
Dress code: period costume compulsory.
From: € 2,500 per person
After-dinner entrance: in period costume from € 800 per person
Venice masked ball: Tiepolo Ball
Immerse yourself in the magic of the sumptuous Saloni del Ridotto of Palazzo Dandolo in Venice. At Carnival they open their doors for the Tiepolo Ball, a masked ball that takes you back to the sumptuous and noble atmosphere of Venice in the past.
Date: Saturday 14th FEBRUARY 2026
Dress code: period costume compulsory.
From: € 850 per person
Choose your masked ball from all the private parties of the Venice Carnival
- All experiences
- Friday 13th February
- Saturday 14th February
- Saturday 31st January
- Saturday 7th February
- Sunday 15th February
- Sunday 8th February
- Thursday 12th February
- Tuesday 17th February
- Accessible with public transport
- Child Friendly
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- Accessible with public transport
- Child Friendly
- Accessible with public transport
- Child Friendly
- Accessible with public transport
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- Accessible to persons with reduced mobility
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- Accessible with public transport
If you require any further information, have some questions or queries or if you have any specific requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Our team would love to answer and assist you.
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