Venice to Hold Meeting on June 5 to Discuss Plans for Centenary Celebration

Venice officials plan to touch on a variety of historical milestones in ‘100 Years of Your City on the Gulf’

• Venice, Florida is planning an 18-month-long centennial celebration.
• The celebration begins with the Venice Holiday Parade on November 29, 2025.
• A major event is planned for July 4, 2026, culminating in an indoor picnic.
• The festivities conclude in May 2027 at Centennial Park with cake.
• A community update meeting will be held on June 5, 2024, to discuss plans and involvement opportunities.

VENICE – Venice will host a community update meeting to discuss plans for the city’s centennial celebration, at 3 p.m. Thursday, June 5.

The 18-month-long celebration, dubbed “100 Years of Your City on the Gulf,” officially starts with the Venice Holiday Parade, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 29.

The big anniversary celebration is planned for July 4, 2026 – with a special morning parade planned to end at the Venice Community Center, culminating in an indoor, air-conditioned picnic in conjunction with Venice MainStreet.

The centennial celebration will close in May 2027 at Centennial Park – cake will be served.

More updates on the events will be shared at the centennial community update meeting.

Participants can also learn about how to get involved with the festivities and incorporate a holiday parade float entry with the 2025 Holiday Parade theme. The meeting will be hosted in Council Chambers at City Hall, 401 W. Venice Ave.

Key Information

• Event Title: 100 Years of Your City on the Gulf
• Start Date: November 29, 2025 (Venice Holiday Parade)
• Major Event: July 4, 2026 (Indoor Picnic)
• End Date: May 2027 (Centennial Park Celebration)
• Community Meeting: June 5, 2024, at 3 p.m.