Jesolo Sand Nativity
Set inside a heated marquee, the exhibition displays 19 sand sculptures created by international artists centered on the theme 'The Song of Free Women.' Visitors follow an artistic path celebrating courageous women throughout history, including Malala Yousafzai, Rita Levi-Montalcini, and Samantha Cristoforetti. The journey culminates in three nativity scenes depicting Mary's story up to the birth scene with the shepherds, the Holy Family, and the Magi.
What to Expect
Features 19 sand sculptures themed around courageous and free women.
Event Details
Duration
20 minutes for guided visits.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Comune di Jesolo
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors interested in sand sculpture and nativity art
Vibe
Artistic and contemplative
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission.
- Hours: Monday–Friday: 9.30-12.30 and 14.30-19.30; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: continuous hours from 9.30 to 19.30.
- Parking: Parcheggio del Presepe (Parcheggio pubblico Brescia), via XIII Martiri, in corrispondenza di Piazza Brescia zona Kursaal; parcheggio sotto Burger King, Piazza Luigi Tenco; Parcheggio Laguna Shopping Center, Piazza Venezia; bus parking at P 44 PICCHI and P 1 “DRAGO”.
- Accessibility: There are no architectural barriers, and the exhibition features a tactile sculpture for visually impaired visitors.
- Pets: Small animals are allowed inside if kept on a leash and carried in arms.
Tips & Advice
- Book guided visits by email in advance, because they only run Monday to Friday and are not offered from 24 December to 6 January.
- Groups should plan a weekday visit, because private groups can't run guided tours on public holidays when the exhibition gets very crowded.
- Only bring a small dog you can carry, because pets must stay on a leash and be held in your arms inside the marquee.
- Park at the Parcheggio del Presepe on via XIII Martiri by Piazza Brescia, or use the lots under Burger King or at Laguna Shopping Center.
- Combine your visit with the Christmas market in Piazza Mazzini and Aurora or the Ice Nativity in the historic center, both running in Jesolo this season.
Special Events & Promotions
- Inauguration on Friday 27 November 2026, the day before the exhibition opens to the public.
- New for 2026: the theme 'The Song of Free Women – Mary's Magnificat, a revolution that continues', showing Mary as a woman who made a revolutionary choice.
- Guided visits of about 20 minutes for groups of up to 30, booked by email, Monday to Friday except 24 December to 6 January.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I see inside?
There are 19 sand sculptures on the theme 'The Song of Free Women'. Starting with Mary, they move through women such as Malala Yousafzai, Rita Levi-Montalcini and Samantha Cristoforetti. Three nativity scenes at the end tell Mary's story up to the birth, with the shepherds, the Holy Family and the Magi.
Do I need to book to get in?
No, you don't need a reservation to visit. Guided visits are different and must be booked by email.
How do guided visits work?
Guided visits last about 20 minutes and take groups of up to 30 people. You book them by email. They run Monday to Friday but not from 24 December to 6 January. Private groups can't run their own guided tours on public holidays.
Can I bring my dog?
Small pets are allowed inside, but they must be on a leash and carried in your arms.
Is the exhibition accessible?
Yes. There are no architectural barriers, and one sculpture is tactile so blind visitors can experience it. A bookshop and restrooms open to everyone are outside, near the exit.
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