There is a huge number of interesting events held in different parts of the city during the carnival in Venice. Piazza San Marco is the center of the festival, but activities for the public are held in other parts of the city. For example, a lot of interesting events held in the territory of Arsenal.
A large number of tourists come to the carnival in Venice. Many people buy a mask and become carnival participants. Artists from different countries perform in the streets and squares of during these days (street musicians, dancers). Something new appears in the carnival every year, but some events have become traditional and are held annually.