Film Festival 2027 · Lido di Venezia
Venice Film Festival
The Venice International Film Festival takes place every year on the Lido, between late August and early September, around the Palazzo del Cinema. The Lido is an island of its own: during the festival everything depends on getting between Venice, the Lido and the airport. Here is what to know for the 84th edition in 2027 and what we arrange for you.
At a glance
- When is the 2027 festival?
- Between late August and early September 2027. La Biennale announces the official dates of the 84th edition: we add them here as soon as they are out.
- Where is it?
- On the Lido di Venezia, around the Palazzo del Cinema. The Lido is a separate island from the historic centre.
- How do I get to the Lido?
- By boat: vaporetto or water taxi. From St Mark's a water taxi usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
- How do I get tickets?
- Tickets for public screenings are sold by La Biennale. Accreditation and invitations are handled by La Biennale and the productions, not by us.
Festival dates
Dates, programme and ticket sales are announced by La Biennale on its official site: we update this page as soon as the 84th edition details are out.
2-12 September 2026
The 83rd edition
The last festival ran on the Lido from 2 to 12 September 2026. A useful guide to the timing of next year's.
Late August - early September 2027
The 84th edition
The festival's usual window. La Biennale announces the official dates: book hotels and transfers as soon as they are known.
During the festival
Screenings at the Palazzo del Cinema
The Lido fills with audiences, press and industry. Boats between Venice and the Lido are in high demand, especially in the evening.
Closing night
The awards
On the last evening the jury presents the festival awards, including the Golden Lion. One of the busiest nights on the island.
What we arrange for you
The boats and cars are ours, with our own captains and drivers. For tables we work with partners we know: one point of contact for everything.
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Water taxi between airport, Venice and Lido
From Marco Polo Airport straight to the Lido by boat, or to your hotel in Venice, and back and forth between the two islands every day. Eight-seat boats, 24/7.
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Private boat for the evening
The captain waits after the screening, takes you to dinner or a party in Venice, then back to your hotel, on the Lido or in town.
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Car with driver
Cars run on the Lido: a Mercedes with driver to get around the island, and for transfers on the mainland.
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Tables in Venice and on the Lido
We look for a table for lunch or dinner in restaurants we know, on the Lido or in town, on request and subject to availability.
Tips from people who work in Venice every day
- Book the hotel now. Hotels on the Lido and in Venice fill up early for the festival: hold a room as soon as the dates are out.
- Choose where to stay. On the Lido you are a short walk from the Palazzo del Cinema; in Venice you have the city at night, but you need a boat every day.
- Book the evening boat. After evening screenings the vaporetti to Venice are full: a booked boat waits for you at the agreed landing.
- Dress for the boat. Late August is warm, but on the water at night it gets windy: bring a light jacket, even with evening wear.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Venice Film Festival 2027?
The 84th festival will take place between late August and early September 2027, as every year. La Biennale announces the official dates. For reference, the 83rd edition ran from 2 to 12 September 2026.
How do I get to the Lido from Venice or the airport?
The Lido is an island, so you arrive by boat. From Venice by vaporetto or water taxi: from St Mark's a water taxi usually takes about 15-20 minutes. From Marco Polo Airport our water taxi takes you straight to the Lido.
Is it better to stay on the Lido or in Venice?
It depends on how much time you spend at the festival. On the Lido you are close to the Palazzo del Cinema; in Venice you have the city for your evenings. Either way, book early and have a boat arranged for the evening transfers.
Can you get us accreditation or red carpet access?
No. Accreditation and invitations are handled by La Biennale and the productions. Tickets for public screenings are sold by La Biennale. We take care of everything else: transfers, boats, cars and tables.
Are there cars on the Lido?
Yes, the Lido is one of the few parts of Venice where cars run. We arrange a car with driver to get around the island and for transfers on the mainland.
Let us plan your Venice Film Festival
Send us your dates, how many you are and what you need: transfers, an evening boat, a car with driver, tables. We reply with a proposal and clear prices.
- Our own water taxis and boats, 24/7
- Desk at Marco Polo Airport, 8 am to 6 pm
- Tables on request, subject to availability
