Regata Storica 2027 · Venice
The Regata Storica in Venice
On the first Sunday of September the Grand Canal closes to traffic and becomes a race course: first the historical water parade, then the rowing races. Here is what to know for 2027 and what we arrange for you, from the boat to your viewing point to a table with a view.
At a glance
- When is it?
- Every year on the first Sunday of September. In 2027 it should be Sunday 5 September, to be confirmed by the organisers.
- What do you see?
- The historical parade of period boats with rowers in costume, then the races, including the championship race on gondolini.
- Where do you watch?
- From the banks of the Grand Canal, from palazzi and terraces on the water, and from boats moored along the route where permitted.
- Can you travel on the Grand Canal?
- No: during the event the Grand Canal is closed to normal traffic. Boat trips have to happen before it closes or after it reopens.
Regata Storica 2027 dates
The organisers publish the programme, times and Grand Canal closures on the official website regatastoricavenezia.it ahead of the event: we update this page as soon as they are out.
5 September (tbc)
The historical parade
The day opens with period boats and rowers in costume, recalling the welcome given to Caterina Cornaro in 1489.
After the parade
The races
Several rowing races on the Grand Canal, by category and type of boat. The most awaited is the championship race on gondolini.
At the finish
The "machina"
The floating stand at the bend of the Grand Canal near Ca' Foscari, where the races finish and the prizes are awarded.
Early September
The Venice Film Festival
The Film Festival runs on the Lido in the same period: the city is busy and hotels should be booked well ahead.
What we arrange for you
The boats are ours, with our own captains: they know the Grand Canal and plan every move around the closure times. For tables, terraces and guides we work with partners we know, with one point of contact.
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Private boat for the Regata
We take you to your viewing point before the Grand Canal closes and collect you after it reopens, with our own captain.
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Water taxi on the right schedule
From Marco Polo Airport to your hotel, with the route planned around the Grand Canal closure. Eight-seat boats, 24/7.
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Table or terrace with a view
We look for a table or terrace overlooking the Grand Canal through our partners, on request and subject to availability.
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Private guide
A guide to the history of the Regata, its boats and its rowing families, on request and subject to availability.
Tips from people who work in Venice every day
- Get there before the closure. Once the Grand Canal closes, reaching a point along the route is slow: plan the move well in advance.
- Find some shade. Early September is still hot: a hat, water and, if you can, a covered terrace.
- Book hotels early. With the Film Festival on the Lido at the same time, rooms on the Grand Canal go quickly.
- Check the official programme. Times and closures change from year to year: they are on regatastoricavenezia.it, and we pass them on to you.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Regata Storica 2027?
The Regata Storica is held on the first Sunday of September: in 2027 it should be Sunday 5 September. The date must be confirmed by the organisers on the official website regatastoricavenezia.it.
Where is the best place to watch the Regata Storica?
From the banks of the Grand Canal, from palazzi and terraces along the route, or from a boat moored where permitted. Near the "machina", the floating stand by Ca' Foscari, you see the finish and the prize-giving.
Is the Grand Canal closed during the Regata?
Yes, it is closed to normal traffic during the event. That is why we plan water taxis and private boats around the closure and reopening times published for the year.
Can you book a table or terrace overlooking the Grand Canal?
We can look for one through our partners, on request and subject to availability. Places facing the route go quickly: write to us as soon as you have your dates.
What is the historical parade?
The procession that opens the Regata: period boats with rowers in costume, recalling the welcome of Caterina Cornaro to Venice in 1489.
Let us plan your Regata Storica in Venice
Tell us how many you are and what you need: a boat, water taxis, a table with a view, a guide. We reply with a proposal and clear prices.
- Our own boats and captains, 24/7
- Desk at Marco Polo Airport, 8 am to 6 pm
- Tables and guides on request, subject to availability
