FIFTH EDITION
A long weekend to discover and experience the Venetian and Friulian Villas
Palazzo Montanari – Breakfast at the Villa: A Morning of History and Flavours
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Verona
Start your day with an exclusive breakfast in the Sala della Ballerina, around a large table reserved for just 10 guests, overlooking Valpolicella. From 9:00 to 10:30, enjoy a rich sweet and savoury buffet, including Susanna’s homemade cakes, surrounded by the history and charm of Palazzo Montanari.
Villa Fracanzan Piovene – Entrance with Guided Tour
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Vicenza
Villa Fracanzan Piovene is a beautiful 18th-century Venetian villa set in one of Veneto's largest landscape parks. Join us to discover its history, captivating stories, and rich collections. After the tour, enjoy a relaxing stroll along the garden paths and through the grand park surrounding the estate. We look forward to welcoming you!
Villa Fracanzan Piovene – The Keeper’s Secret: A Mini Escape Adventure at Villa Fracanzan Piovene
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Vicenza
An ancient secret is hidden at Villa Fracanzan Piovene! Families will follow the clues left by a mysterious keeper through the villa and garden, solving riddles and deciphering codes. 8 steps and clues to connect to find a treasure. A relaxed adventure for kids (ages 5–12) and adults—all you need is curiosity and teamwork!
Villa Padovani – “Zanzoche non si riposi mai” · A guided visit to the 17th-century courtyard
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Verona
The steward wrote it in 1792, weary of building works that never ended. From that line begins a 45-minute walk with historian Fabio Salandini: the well named in the deed of 1672, the basins of the water petitioned from Venice in 1734, the paved court where in 1796 Masséna's officers danced 'as a sign of peace'. Every stop has its document, and you will see it.
Villa Foscarini Rossi – Art & Fashion in Villa
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Venezia
On the occasion of the Giornata delle Ville Venete, MariaElena Zennaro will lead a tour of the Villa and Shoe Museum, exploring the link between history, art and fashion. A journey through the Villa’s historic interiors and over a thousand Rossimoda models, celebrating Made in Italy.
Villa Manin Cantarella – Villa Etiquette
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Vicenza
The villa becomes the ideal stage to illustrate how the nobility of the era used spaces, furnishings, and the dining table to define their status. By drawing parallels between the social customs of that time and those of today, the speaker builds an emotional and cultural bridge between past and present, prompting reflection on the enduring relevance of those good man
Villa Nichesola-Conforti – Aperitif with theatrical entertainment
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Verona
A glass of wine from the Bergamini Winery and the irresistible quirks of holidays from days gone by. Enjoy a sparkling aperitif enlivened by the banter and whims of the nobility on holiday, brought to life by the Let’s Academy theatre company. An hour of fine flavours, verve and live theatre in the Villa’s timeless atmosphere. Perfect for those who love to smile
VILLA CORNARO DI ROMANO D’EZZELINO – LA VOCE DEI TIEPOLO – Classical concerts at Ca’ Cornaro
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Vicenza
Concert for the opening of the exhibition "Il Volto del Tiepolo" at Villa Cornaro di Romano d'Ezzelino performed by "Ensemble Officina Musicae".
VILLA CORNARO DI ROMANO D’EZZELINO – LA VOCE DEI TIEPOLO – Classical concerts at Ca’ Cornaro
2026 | Saturday 17 October | Vicenza
Concert for the opening of the exhibition "Il Volto del Tiepolo" at Villa Cornaro di Romano d'Ezzelino performed by "Ensemble Officina Musicae".
VILLA CORNARO DI ROMANO D’EZZELINO – MERENDA AL FOSSA’
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Vicenza
Guided tour of the Villa and its surroundings, with a snack inspired to the ancient inventories of the Villa. The tour includes a temporary exhibition, as well.
VILLA CORNARO DI ROMANO D’EZZELINO – TOUR AND VENETIAN BREAKFAST
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Vicenza
Guided tour at the Villa and its surroundings, ending with breakfast for a taste of the 18th century. Chocolate, "American" coffee, tea, "Cornaretti" (typical pastry of Villa Cornaro), biscuits and "diplomatica". Some reenactors wearing historical costumes of local aristocrats will also be involved in the tour. The tour includes a temporary exhibition, as well.
VILLA VENIER CONTARINI – One Villa for everyone
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Venezia
A multisensory experience engaging the **five senses** to discover the life and culture of the past: sight and touch through period fabrics and clothing, hearing and smell with evocative music and scents, and taste with a sweet treat and herbal tea.
Villa Chiminelli – MEMORIES OF TIMES GONE BY
2026 | 17 and 18 October | Treviso
An exclusive tour with Villa Soranzo Chiminelli's owners awaits you, and they'll be your guides on a journey through the lovely Italian garden with the "Barchesse", the rural annexes and three museum collections (the Museum of Rural Life, the Tanning Museum and the Ethnographic Museum).
Villa Correr Agazzi – Weary of the city life the noblewoman move to the country villa with pleasant company
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Venezia
The experience titling draws its titling from an engraving of Pietro Longhi, venetian painter (1701-1785) to accompany the visitors through an accurate visit to the Villa's historical places to become aware of the "vita di villa" that peculiar lifestyle led by the upper and middle classes during the Venice's Republic
Villa Molin – GRAND TOUR 18th-century historical reenactment at Villa Molin
2026 | Sunday 18 October | Padova
A meticulous historical recreation will transport us to the *Serenissima’s* most opulent century, courtesy of the "IL MONDO NOVO HISTORY FRAGMENTS" reenactors; through "living history" moments, they will bring the villa and its past to life, sharing insights into the customs, fashions, and beauty rituals of 18th-century ladies.