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Venice Carnival 2027: planning a school-break trip
The carnival runs from 23 January to 9 February 2027 and overlaps Türkiye’s 25 January–5 February school holiday. Not every performance happens each day.
- Date
- 23 January 2027 – 9 February 2027
- Planning budget
- 225–420 EUR · 3 nights
- Excluding flights and event admission
- Editorial review
- Official source ↗
Choose the right programme
Choose the official performance you want to see before choosing flights. Public street events, paid shows and private masked balls have different access and ticket rules.
Flights and airport transfers
Compare Venice Marco Polo and Treviso including transfers, not only airfare. Arrival and departure times change how much usable time the trip provides.
Where to stay
Staying on the islands simplifies late returns. For Mestre and other alternatives, add transport time and cost. Bridges matter when travelling with luggage or a pushchair.
A practical short itinerary
Day 1: Arrive, take a short neighbourhood walk and learn your return transport route.
Day 2: Attend your date-confirmed main event, leaving breaks for meals and crowds.
Day 3: Choose a museum or another neighbourhood; depart on day 4.
Tickets and admission
Check programme and ticket availability with the organiser. Private balls and show tickets are excluded from the planning budget below.
Official source ↗Before booking
Check accommodation cancellation rules alongside your chosen performance date. Staying within the carnival period does not guarantee admission or ticket availability for every programme.
Entry requirements for Turkish passport holders
Check visa and entry rules for your passport type with the country guide and official authorities. An event ticket does not grant entry permission.
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