Even with an extra day this year February is still the shortest month of the year so we’d better get cracking, as there is plenty to cram in including carnival, Chinese New Year and Valentine’s day! Ready? Pronti? Lets dive straight in!

23rd January to 9^th February – Venice Carnival

Venice Carnival kicked off very early this year so we’re already over half way through but there are still a few days of festivities including the final of the best mask competition to go so plenty to see!

Venice Carnival costumes range from a simple mask to theatrical creations like this!

The main dates to look out for are –

Sunday 7th February – 12pm Flight of the Eagle; Best Mask competition final
Tuesday 9th February – 5pm Flight of the Lion & crowning of Carnival Queen

Note : the date for Carnival changes each year depending on when…