Venice - Italy

Venice Carnival: ‘Madama Butterfly’ at the Teatro La Fenice and the ‘Ballo Tiepolo’ in February 2027

The musical highlight

‘Ballo Tiepolo’

Saturday, 6 February 2027, 8.00 pm
Salone del Ridotto, Venice

The Ballo Tiepolo is one of the great masked balls of the Venetian Carnival.

The celebrations take place in the historic Salone del Ridotto. These rooms were once among the most important meeting places of the Venetian Carnival.

The evening begins with an aperitif. This is followed by a four-course meal.

A classical ensemble will perform live, featuring opera arias and dances from the 18th and 19th centuries.

‘Madama Butterfly’ at the Teatro La Fenice

Sunday, 7 February 2027, 5.00 pm
Teatro La Fenice

On Sunday, you will attend a performance of Giacomo Puccini’s opera ‘Madama Butterfly’ at the Teatro La Fenice.

Daniele Callegari conducts the orchestra and choir of the Teatro La Fenice. Àlex Rigola directs.

The set and costumes are by the Japanese artist Mariko Mori.

Your historical costume

A full historical costume is compulsory for the Ballo Tiepolo.

The package includes the hire of a costume made in Venice by the Tiepolo workshop.

Ladies’ costumes include the dress and the basic accessories specific to the design.

Men’s costumes include, amongst other things, a shirt, jabot, stockings and shoe bows.

Hats, capes, wigs and additional masks can be selected for an extra charge, depending on the design.

An appointment must be made in advance at the atelier for selection and fitting.

The costume must be returned by 11:00 the following morning.

Carnival in Venice

During Carnival, historical costumes and intricately crafted masks are a familiar sight around the city.

You’ll frequently come across visitors in costume, particularly around St Mark’s Square, along the canals and in front of the palazzi. Early in the morning and in the late afternoon, the atmosphere is usually quieter than during the busiest times of the day.

Your hotel

Hotel Giorgione ****

The Hotel Giorgione is situated in the Cannaregio district.

The hotel is furnished in a classic Venetian style. The rooms vary in size and design and are furnished with period furniture.

The Classic Rooms (approx. 20 m²) are equipped with Wi-Fi, a television, a safe, a minibar and a hairdryer.

The Rialto Bridge and the Grand Canal are within walking distance.

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We will arrange your personal appointment at the Tiepolo Atelier and coordinate the key details with the atelier in advance.

Before your trip, you will also receive a brief overview of the fitting, the components included in the costume and the return procedure on the morning after the ball.

This way, you’ll know even before you arrive how the selection process works and which accessories you can add if you wish.

Trip details

Travel dates: 5 to 8 February 2027 (4 days / 3 nights)

Ballo Tiepolo on Saturday, 6 February 2027 at 8.00 pm, Salone del Ridotto

Opera ‘Madama Butterfly’ on Sunday 7 February 2027 at 5.00 pm, Teatro La Fenice

Accommodation at the Hotel Giorgione

An extension to the trip is available on request.

Tour price

Tour price from €2,590 per person in a double room

Plus local accommodation tax.

Tour price for a single room on request

What’s included?

• Three nights’ accommodation at the Hotel Giorgione with breakfast
• Admission to the Ballo Tiepolo
• Welcome aperitif and canapés
• Four-course menu with accompanying regional wines
• Historical costume for one day
• Arrangement of an appointment for costume selection and fitting
• Opera ticket for ‘Madama Butterfly’ at the Teatro La Fenice

Your personalised journey

We’ll plan your journey to Venice and, if you wish, book suitable flights or a train connection.

We can also organise a private water taxi transfer for you from the airport or railway station to your hotel.

Please contact us for further information and to make your booking:

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