The Ballo del Doge, or Doge’s Ball, is the most famous and spectacular masked ball of the Venetian Carnival. An homage to the opulent and splendid masked parties of the past, it is also an exclusive social gala and an extraordinary showcase of art and music. For many years now, the Ball of the Doge has been held at the Scuola Grande della Misericordia. The secret behind this mesmerizing triumph of the senses lies in producer Antonia Sautter’s talent to engage every participant in a collective, meticulously orchestrated experience. Sautter works year-round to ensure a flawlessly produced event, designed down to the finest detail – offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience you’ve been dreaming of for years.