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Venice Braces for Bezos Superyacht Wedding as Locals Protest Overtourism

Officials plan minimal transport disruptions under a new fee system to keep life flowing through the three-day event

Activists of “No Space For Bezos” displayed a banner on the Rialto Bridge to protest the wedding to be held in Venice from 26 to 28 June 2025 on June 13, 2025, in Venice, Italy.
People gather to protest against the wedding of Amazon Founder and CEO Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez in Venice, on June 13, 2025.
Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos attend the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 02, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California.

Overview

  • Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez will wed aboard the Amazon founder’s superyacht anchored in the Venice lagoon from June 24 to 26, with organizers expecting about 250 guests.
  • Local demonstrators have staged “No space for Bezos” protests, linking their concerns about overtourism to similar rallies in Spain and Portugal.
  • Venice officials have reserved approximately 30 of the city’s 280 water taxis, limited hotel use to three or four venues and maintained a €5 daily entrance fee to manage crowds.
  • Mayor Luigi Brugnaro praised the choice of Venice, calling it an honor that highlights the city’s role as a global stage for high-profile events.
  • Rumors in Vogue suggest a star-studded guest list that may include Katy Perry, Eva Longoria and members of the Kardashian-Jenner family.