Redentore festival: Cruise and dinner on board
Venice Redentore Festival 2026 Boat Experience: Fireworks Cruise, Dinner & Programme
The most Venetian night of the year
There is one night in Venice when the city stops being just a destination and becomes what it has always been: a celebration on the water, shared, authentic, deeply Venetian.
This is the Redentore Festival.
A centuries-old tradition where locals gather on decorated boats, share food and drinks, and celebrate together as the sun sets over the lagoon.
And there is only one way to truly experience it.
On the water.
A journey into the heart of the Venetian Lagoon
From the moment you set sail, you step into tradition.
The lagoon comes alive with lights, music, and beautifully decorated boats filled with people celebrating with Aperol Spritz and Prosecco.
The atmosphere is vibrant, immersive, and unforgettable.
This is not just a boat tour.
It’s a cultural experience.
To live Redentore like a local means sharing time, food, anticipation, and connection.
Choosing the traditional Venetian dinner onboard means fully embracing the spirit of the festival—authentic flavours, seafood recipes, and aromas that tell the story of Venice.
Dining, toasting, enjoying.
Exactly as Venetians have done for generations.
The moment everyone waits for: the fireworks
Then everything goes quiet.
Music stops.
Boats stand still.
The lagoon holds its breath.
Suddenly, the sky explodes.
The Redentore fireworks light up St. Mark’s Basin, reflecting across the water in a breathtaking display of colour and light.
A powerful, shared moment.
One you will never forget.
Why experience Redentore by boat
This is the most authentic way to experience Venice’s most important celebration.
On the water.
Among the people.
Inside the tradition.
Evening Programme
Welcome & Boarding
4:45 PM – Meeting point at Zattere (Venice)
5:30 PM – Boarding at Expo Marghera (car access)
6:00 PM – Departure
Welcome aperitivo included (Prosecco, soft drinks, snacks)
Panoramic Lagoon Cruise
Route includes:
San Clemente – San Servolo – Lido – St. Mark’s Basin – Arsenale
Music, dancing, and social atmosphere onboard.
Fireworks Show
Music pauses during the show.
Afterwards, party resumes.
Return
1:30 AM – Zattere
2:00 AM – Marghera
Optional Venetian Dinner
Traditional seafood menu (full experience)
Pricing
Cruise + Aperitivo: €150
Dinner: €100
50% deposit required
Balance due 2 weeks before or onboard
Priority given to dinner bookings
Limited Availability
Sold out every year. Early booking strongly recommended.
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Watch the video of the last Redentore Festival
