According to local tradition, today (the last day of February) is celebrated as "Cao de l'ano" - New Year's Eve in Veneto.

During the time of the Most Serene Republic of Venice, the new year officially began on March 1.

During the time of the Most Serene Republic of Venice, the new year officially began on March 1. According to local tradition the last day of February is celebrated as New Year's Eve in Veneto.

It derives from the ancient Roman calendar (before Julius Caesar) where March, the month of nature's awakening, marked the beginning of the agricultural cycles.

In those days, people used to walk around the streets banging pots and lids to make noise, chase away winter, and wake up spring.

Historical reenactment with regatta