Olympus Carnival Parties

Elegance, winter atmosphere and the charm of the game

For the Venice Carnival 2026, the Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal presents Olympus Carnival Parties: exclusive evenings with masks, music, and gourmet flavors.
A Carnival that blends Venetian magic with a winter aura inspired by the Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics: ice, light, challenge, harmony.

Olympus Carnival Parties – Venice Carnival 2026 schedule:

Sat 31 Jan 2026 – Apericena 
Mask party, rich buffet

Fri 6 Feb 2026 – Apericena 
Elegant atmosphere, a journey through Carnival flavors

Sat 7 Feb 2026 – Gala Carnival Buffet 
A true Carnival Gala: premium buffet, winter lights

Fri 13 Feb 2026 – Apericena 
The party continues: masks, taste, and the energy of the Venice Carnival 2026

Sat 14 Feb 2026 – Pink CarneValentine
Romantic 4-course dinner, pink atmosphere

Note:

For all evenings:

DJ set by Stefano Conte of Radio Company to make the parties unforgettable

Olympus Cocktail included, inspired by the Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics

Olympus Mood

Ice, snow, light.
Masks sparkling like crystals.
The magic of Carnival with an Olympic touch: fun, celebration, emotion.
Venice remains the absolute protagonist.

Dress Code – Have fun, get creative!

At Olympus Carnival Parties, Carnival is a game of creativity, elegance, and imagination.
No strict rules: dress code is freedom, color, and originality!

Masks: from classic Venetian to modern and extravagant interpretations

Costumes: long, short, sparkling, inspired by myths, games, and winter glamour

Accessories: hats, fans, capes, feathers… everything that adds magic and fun

Special suggestion: ice colors are especially welcome, from light blue and silver to crystalline white, evoking the winter atmosphere and the magic of the Dolomites.

Our invitation is simple: dare, impress, and feel like a protagonist.
Every detail of your look contributes to the unique atmosphere of a masked evening on the Grand Canal.

The more creative you are, the more fun the party will be!

Program and cast

Buffet Apericena

Sat 31 Jan 2026 / Fri 6 Feb 2026 / Fri 13 Feb 2026

Starters & Specialties

Creamed cod on polenta crostini

Smoked salmon mousse with chives

Crispy prawns with lime sauce

Local cold cuts with house pickles

Chianina beef meatballs with pecorino fondue

Tempura vegetables

Ascolana olives

Seaweed fritters

Chickpea and avocado hummus

Eggplant parmigiana cubes

Tomato and mozzarella panzerotti

First Course (buffet)

Buffalo burrata parcels, yellow datterino tomato, toasted almonds

Desserts

Carnival fritters

Venetian galani

Buffet Gala

Starters & Venetian Specialties

Creamed cod on polenta crostini with caramelized onion gel

Gamberi in saor

Baby octopus alla busara with soft polenta

Smoked salmon mousse with chives

Crispy prawns with lime sauce

Local cold cuts with house pickles

Cheese selection with grapes and walnuts

Chianina beef meatballs with pecorino fondue

Tempura vegetables

Ascolana olives

Golden sardines

Seaweed fritters

Chickpea and avocado hummus with black olive powder and radish sprouts

Eggplant parmigiana cubes

Tomato and mozzarella panzerotti

First Course (buffet)

Prosecco risotto with cuttlefish ink and lime

Buffalo burrata parcels, yellow datterino tomato, toasted almonds

Desserts

Carnival fritters

Venetian galani