Overview

• Approximately 200 high-profile guests attended ceremonies from San Giorgio Maggiore to the Arsenale.
• Veneto’s regional president Luca Zaia estimated the total cost at €40–48 million and confirmed a €3 million donation to Venetian institutions.
• At least 95 private jets requested clearance at Marco Polo airport while megayachts and water taxis ferried attendees.
• Protesters under the “No space for Bezos” banner demonstrated over overtourism, tax equity and the event’s carbon footprint.
• Lauren Sanchez’s Dolce & Gabbana wedding gown was reportedly the result of 900 hours of artisan craftsmanship.