On Saturday, the eve of the festival, fireworks are let off. Preparations begin early in the morning when people begin to decorate their boats, or the small wooden terraces on rooftops from where they can admire the fireworks. At sunset, Saint Mark's basin begins to fill with up with boats of all kinds, festooned with balloons and garlands, and thousands of Venetians await the fireworks while dining on the boats.
On Saturday, the eve of the festival, fireworks are set off. People begin decorating their boats or rooftop terraces in preparation for the festivities. As sunset approaches, Saint Mark's basin fills with a variety of boats adorned with balloons and garlands. Thousands of Venetians gather on the boats to enjoy the fireworks while dining.