Masked Balls are without a doubt some of the wildest nights of Venice Carnival and are often described as “once in a life time experiences”.

Imagine a Carnival Gala dinner in a timeless palace, with live music and performers from all around the world. You will walk in this incredible party with a most distinguished carnival mask and costume, so you can be for that one night whoever you want to be until dawn. No need to say that such an evening will leave you with unforgettable emotions and lead to the most intriguing encounters. The Ball of dreams is one of the most famous of all the events taking place in Venice. 

The Carnival is a very special time for Venice. It lights the city up for weeks with spectacular parties, international artists, shows, dances and music. It’s an electrifying whirlwind that will take you to live magical nights as only Venice can do.

Venice Carnival 2023 will see its first week of events between the 05th of February and 21th of  february with many traditional carnival events lined up. First the Venice Water Parade taking place on the grand canal, then Festa delle marie and  flight of the angel are certainly some of the most famous day events of the Carnevale di Venezia. But if you truly want to fully experience this festival, night balls and parties can’t be missed!

Join our Venice Carnival Ball of Dreams on Saturday 19th February. Or read on to find the options we offer for the following Saturday.

Venice Carnival Ball of Dreams – 11th February 2023
Every year during Carnival the ancient palaces of Venice become stunning locations for fabulous Venetian masked balls. This year, it will be the Palazzo Ca’Zen ai Frari opening its gates for the fantastic “Ball of Dreams”. It is located in the San Polo district, near the Frari Basilica. This palace is a magnificent example of a 15th century residence of the Venetian nobility. Today the palace is still owned by the Zeno family, one of the richest and oldest in the history of Venice. Inside you can see the neoclassical ceilings of Sebastiano Santi.

The “Ball of Dreams” will be a magnetic, exclusive experience as only a Venice Carnival Masked Ball can be. In the charming Palazzo Ca’Zen, you will be in the very heart of Venice and will enjoy a uniquely Venetian experience surrounded by art, music, performance and inspiration… A dream in a dream, like the very city of Venice.

Program: the doors will open at 8.00 pm with a welcome cocktail. Then, at around 9.30 pm, a most delightful gala dinner will be served. The lights will be dimmed and from the shadows dancers, players, and performers will start appearing and entertain the party. The after dinner entrance will be at about at 11.00 pm. The party will go on into the night with unique entertainment, more surprises, an open bar and a DJ set!  

Dress code: To attend the dinner guests are required to be masked and costumed (historical Venetian costume). Mask and costume are included some packages. In alternative, you can wear your own costume if you already have one. For after-dinner entries the dress code is relaxed so an elegant evening dress and mask will be appropriate. Check the ticket section for the complete information and options available!