ShareThe 2025 Venice Carnival, which began on February 16, takes inspiration from the legendary Giacomo Casanova, marking the 300th anniversary of his birth. The festivities kicked off in St. Mark’s Square with a stunning water procession and vibrant celebrations that embrace the spirit of Venice’s storied past.
A masked reveler wearing a period costume poses during the traditional Venice Carnival.
Masked revelers wearing period costumes pose during the traditional Venice Carnival.
Revelers wearing period costumes.
Revelers wearing period costumes.
Revelers wearing period costumes.
Revelers wearing period costumes.
Traditional hand made venitian masks are ready to be painted in La Bauta workshop during the annual Venice carnival.
This year’s theme delves into Casanova’s adventurous legacy, offering visitors a chance to enjoy a mix of extravagant costumes, performances, and street theater, all set against the city’s historic backdrop. The Carnival runs until March 4, 2025.
Employees stand at La Bauta Mask and Carnival Laboratory and workshop on the first day of Venice carnival.
Confettis explode as decorated boats sail on the Grand Canal in front of Rialto bridge during Venice Carnival.
Revellers row during a parade on the Grand Canal at Venice Carnival.
Decorated boats sail on the Grand Canal during Venice Carnival.
A man dressed as Arlequin waves from is boat during a parade on the Grand Canal.
Decorated boats sail on the Grand Canal during Venice Carnival.
