It allows people to show their creativity, celebrate community and connect with tradition. It's a moment when everyone can be someone else, even just for a day!
In Venice, the streets are made of water, so people ride in boats called gondolas instead of cars. This makes Venice a very unique and elegant location, and it was the first place where masks were used for these festivities. During Carnevale, the city has big parties with beautiful costumes, masks and music. Long ago, people wore masks to hide who they were, so everyone could have fun together. There are even parades on the water and dancing in old, fancy buildings! Carnevale happens at the end of winter, when everyone is excited to celebrate with lively music. It’s a time for colorful fun and yummy treats before Lent, when some people give things up or eat less to show kindness and faith.
