The art of Venetian masks 05:02. Venice's very existence inspires wonder, and during Carnival, this city of canals provides a fanciful backdrop for the festivities leading up to Lent.

Bourgeois support for Carnival gradually disappeared, however, with the ascendency of the 18th century political reformers who opposed bad behavior, intemperance and secrecy of all sorts, and by ...

This year's Carnival festivities kicked off on February 16 and go on until March 5. The theme of Carnival 2019 is "Tutta colpa della Luna," or "Blame the moon," marking a half-century since man ...

Masked revelers turned out in style for the Carnival of Venice, a centuries-old, annual festival, which began as a way for Venetians to let loose in the days leading up to Lent. Nearly three ...

Three years since the last Venice Carnival, revellers swapped their surgical masks for carnival ones and took to the streets. It’s been three years since Carnivale di Venezia, or Venice Carnival ...

Venice, crowded for Carnival, tries to turn back the clock on overtourism Feb. 13, 2024 Updated Tue., Feb. 13, 2024 at 12:26 p.m. Tourists compete with locals for water taxis on the Grand Canal.

The Venice Carnival is one of the most iconic and renowned events in the world. With its traditional masks, lavish costumes, and a unique atmosphere that captivates the entire city, it is one of ...

Venice Carnival Was Once Outlawed by the Government. The celebration runs from January 27 until February 13 this year. Here's how to experience the annual festival like a proper Venetian.

Planning a trip to Venice Carnival 2025? Here is how to make the most of it without overspending. From must-see events to gala dinners, these are the experiences you cannot miss - whether it is ...

Hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Venice carnival are enjoying what could be the last year of free access for day-trippers to the historic lagoon city, before a much-debated fee comes into ...

This year's Venice Carnival has entered its last weekend, with a packed programme of festivities, performances and exhibitions. Carnival is celebrated across Italy, but as every year, Venice is ...