The best time to attend Venice Carnival in 2027 is January 23 to February 9, 2027. Timing status: Dates confirmed.
Venice slips behind elaborate masks and 18th-century costume for the weeks before Lent: masquerade balls, gondola flotillas and a Grand Canal parade, until Shrove Tuesday brings it to a close.
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When is Venice Carnival 2027?
Venice Carnival 2027: January 23 to February 9, 2027.
