C.C.I Venice. Carnival of Venice and Events in Venice 2008

Venice Traditional Festivals 2008

January 26 - February 5, 2008
Carnival
C.C.I programme for the Venice Carnival 2008

April 25, 2008
Saint Mark's day
On this day it is an appealing and romantic tradition that every man in Venice gives a single rose-bud, the "bòcolo" to his beloved lady..

May 2008
Ascension Day of Festa della Sensa
The Day of the marriage between Venice and the sea. In olden days the Doge would ride out in his ship, the "Bucintoro", and toss a ring of gold into the waters off the Lido.

May 2008
Vogalonga
This year will be the 33th Vogalonga edition, a rowing marathon all around Venice and the Lagoon.

July 20, 2008
Redentore
The Redentore is surely one of the most spectacular Venetian festivals and perhaps the most loved by Venetians, thanks to the spectacular firework display.

September 7, 2008
Historical Regata
Water is the element that most characterises Venice and it is no coincidence that the most famous and spectacular festivity in the city takes place on the waters of the Grand Canal.

November 21, 2008
Madonna della Salute
Thousands of people cross the votive bridge and reach the majestic Salute Church to give thanks and ask the Virgin Mary to keep them in good health.