A fun and elegant evening of dancing with international attendees who meet every year in the magnificent Ridotto hall to celebrate the Venice carnival in style.

Held in a real historic building, the party offers the possibility of taking a journey back in time listening to baroque music, lyrical arias, and, above all, having fun learning the basic steps of historical group dances, under the guide of the dance teachers.

The event includes a welcome aperitif and a four-course seated dinner paired with regional wines. The main courses are based on fish, but in case of preference of a vegetarian or meat option can be selected at the time of booking.

You can choose between the following options available in the order box: Entrance ticket is the experience only without costume rental, Option 1 includes the category Standard costume rental (quality period costumes), Option 2 includes the category Superior costume rental (more elaborate and rich period costumes). All the costumes are designed and made by hand in Venice.

Entrance ticket: admission without costume rental

Option 1: admission and category standard costume rental

Option 2: admission and category superior costume rental

Learn how to dance as if you were living in the 1700s
Enjoy a delicious dinner
Listen to live music in the carnival atmosphere

Important to know

Not allowed:

to enter without a period costume (it's obligatory to come dressed in correct costumes)

Know in advance:

at check-out, you will be asked if any food allergies and/or intolerances
any requests for changes to the menu during the evening will not be guaranteed
ticket option 1 with standard category costume rental: period costumes inspired by the European fashion of the 1700s and 1800s with quality fabric and trimming. Unique models not mass-produced
ticket option 2 with superior category costume rental: more elaborate and rich period costumes inspired by the fashion of the European courts of the 1700s and 1800s, with fine fabric, elaborate embroidery, Venetian pearls and high-quality details. Unique models not mass-produced
entrance without costume rental is the entrance ticket option, but please note, it is compulsory to come dressed in period costume
all costume rentals must be returned the following morning by 11.00am. If serious damages to the costumes are made, extra charges will apply
costume rentals do not include accessories such as masks, hats, wigs, and capes, which are extras, but not mandatory to enter the party

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 30 days before the experience begins., Receive a 70% refund if you cancel up to 10 days before the experience begins.