Carnevale di Venezia (Venice Carnival) (Late January – mid-February (2026 edition: 23 January – 9 February; 2027 edition: 23 January – 9 February)). One of the world's most famous carnivals, held annually in Venice. The 2026 edition theme is 'Olympus – The Origins of the Game', celebrating the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
Venice Biennale – International Art Exhibition (May – November, odd-numbered years (61st edition 2026: 9 May – 22 November 2026)). Biennial international contemporary art exhibition held at the Giardini and Arsenale, Venice. The 61st edition (2026) is titled 'In Minor Keys', curated by Koyo Kouoh.
Venice Biennale – International Architecture Exhibition (May – November, even-numbered years (19th edition 2025: 10 May – 23 November 2025)). Biennial international architecture exhibition held at the Giardini and Arsenale, Venice. The 19th edition (2025) theme is 'Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective.', curated by Carlo Ratti.
Venice International Film Festival (Mostra Internazionale d'Arte Cinematografica) (Late August – early September (82nd edition 2025: 27 August – 6 September 2025; 83rd edition 2026: 2–12 September 2026)). The world's oldest film festival, organised by La Biennale di Venezia on the Lido di Venezia. Annually awarded the Golden Lion (Leone d'Oro) for Best Film.
Regata Storica (Historical Regatta) (First Sunday of September (2026: 6 September 2026)). Annual historic water pageant and rowing race on the Grand Canal. Features a spectacular procession of historic boats (the Corteo) followed by competitive gondola and sandolo races. The 'Voga alla Veneta' rowing…