Venice Carnival Mask Making Workshop: Create Your Own Mask
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Venice, Italy
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Bring home the ultimate souvenir of your Venetian sojourn—your own papier-mâché carnival mask, handmade to your own design. A local master artisan works with you and your small group to unleash your creativity, as well as sharing stories of craftsmanship and carnival. Work with a whirlwind of materials—not just paint, but feathers, glitter, and trimmings—to create something that’s truly and uniquely yours.
- Immerse in the world of carnival masks with a Venetian master artisan
- Hear the story of how masks became associated with Venice
- Small group size (maximum 10) ensures personal attention from your tutor
- Bring home a show-stopping souvenir that highlights your creativity
What's Included
- Choose from iconic models in handmade papier-mâché masks
- Decorate your mask with acrylic paints, glitter, feathers, lace and trimmings
- Guided activity by a local master artisan
- All materials needed for mask decoration
- Introduction to the history of Venetian masks and Carnival
- Certificate of participation in the mask making course
- Your own mask to take home
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Peter Pan MasksCampo S.Maria Mater Domini, 30135 Santa 2118 VE, Italy
MEETING POINT: 15 minutes before at Mater Domini mask shop in Campo S.Maria Mater Domini, 30135 Santa 2118 VE https://maps.app.goo.gl/Q3mp6h8eof5yaHd8A
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 17 reviews
Amra_R, Mar 2026
We had such a wonderful experience with Michela during our Venetian papier-mâché mask-making class! She was incredibly patient with our children, making the entire process fun, engaging, and stress-free for our family.
Michela was not only friendly and welcoming, but also very attentive—she guided us step by step and helped each of us create exactly the masks we envisioned. Her encouragement and expertise really made a difference.
She even went above and beyond by taking photos for us during the experience, which we really appreciated, and she recommended a fantastic restaurant afterward that we loved.
This was such a memorable and unique experience, and Michela made it truly special. Highly recommend!
Rachel_L, Mar 2026
I loved this! All the masks turned out great. Even the 4 year old loves theirs! I would recommend as a fun unique experience in venice.
Bridie_P, Feb 2026
It was absolutely amazing! There are mask patterns available, so if you don’t have an idea of what to make, you can find inspiration. There are lots of things you can do, and several different styles of masks. We had a wonderful time!!
Haley_F, Feb 2026
It was a great experience. It was only me and my friend in this workshop. The lady was there to show us what to do, gave us examples of different masks, etc. She was nice and helpful. We went a few minutes over an hour and it did feel a little rushed at the end. Overall though it was a great experience and we would do it again. You get to take the mask as a souvenir.
Wendolyn_C, Jan 2026
I LOVED this wonderful experience creating a one of a kind souvenir with a true Carnival mask artist.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
Steven_I, Nov 2025
Phenomenal Venetian activity - learning about the mask making process and getting to make our own masks! Michela is so patient, artistic and helpful! The masks are amazing quality and will be a cherished moment from our amazing time in Venice!!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hello Steven,
We thank you for the wonderful review and are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the activity. Thank you for choosing one of our tours, and we hope to welcome you again in Venice in the future.
Kindest regards,
Venice Events team
khalid_g, Oct 2025
Was nice thanks, she helped us to make best mask ever to be happy thank goodness she is doing better and is still doing well
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We thank you for the wonderful review and are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the activity. Thank you for choosing one of our tours, and we hope to welcome you again in Venice in the future.
Kindest regards
Venice Events team
Mark_F, Oct 2025
This was great fun. Even my husband enjoyed it. He had never attempted any crafty things before. The lady was extremely nice and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We thank you for the wonderful review and are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the activity. Thank you for choosing one of our tours, and we hope to welcome you again in Venice in the future.
Kindest regards
Venice Events team
Libby_M, May 2025
It was so much fun! The ladies were very helpful and nice. We would definitely do it again and recommend
Response from Host, May 2025
Hello Libby,
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review. You kind feedback helps us improve our tours and experiences. We look forward to welcome you back in Venice.
Sending kind regards,
Team Venice Events
Ross_A, Apr 2025
Very friendly knowledgeable instructor who has been making masks for 40 years! Our masks came out looking fantastic. She gave us a lot of freedom but also suggestions and pointers along the way.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your review, we really appreciated it.
KimberlyPeck, Mar 2025
I had such a wonderful time at this mask workshop! It was cozy and intimate. I was the only one there, and I loved the one-on-one attention. What a fun hour in Venice. You get an hour to decorate a mask, with guidance and create the mask of your fantasies. I loved all the different masks that were on display, so much talent! Thank you for the great afternoon!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Hello Kimberly,
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review. You kind feedback helps us improve our tours and experiences. We look forward to welcome you back in Venice.
Sending kind regards,
Team Venice Events
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