Women of Culture LA

Venice in Focus: The Biennale and Beyond September 16–21, 2026

Tue, Sep 15 · 1:00 AM PDT

Venice, Italy, Venice, Italy, VE, IT

4 attendees from 3 groups

Venice in Focus: The Biennale and Beyond is a rare opportunity to experience Venice at one of the most exciting moments in the global art calendar.

Advance Purchase Required here

During the Biennale, the city becomes an extraordinary meeting point for contemporary art, with major national pavilions, museum exhibitions, foundation shows, and special projects unfolding across Venice. To be there is to experience not only the Biennale itself, but the wider cultural energy it brings to the entire city.

Designed for those who want more than access alone, this highly curated, expert-led journey offers a thoughtful way to engage with it all. Guests will explore the Biennale’s major exhibitions alongside important museum shows, historic palazzi, and remarkable foundations, while sharing the experience with a group of like-minded, art-full women.

Curated dining experiences create space for conversation, connection, and discovery, resulting in an insider’s view of Venice that is rich in perspective, beautifully organized, and impossible to replicate on one’s own.

Advance Purchase Required here

Tentative Schedule (subject to change):
Times are approximate and schedule is subject to change at the leader’s discretion.

Day 1 — Wed 16 Sep
Arrival & time to settle in
Afternoon: Optional neighborhood walk + spritz
Evening: Sunset Gondola ride

Day 2 — Thu 17 Sep
Morning: Homo Faber, San Giorgio Maggiore
Afternoon: Arsenale (Biennale day 1)
Evening: Cicchetti walking tour

Day 3 — Fri 18 Sep
Morning: Giardini pavilions (Biennale day 2)
Afternoon: Gallerie dell'Accademia — permanent collection + Marina Abramović Transforming Energy
Evening: Option to see Pagliacci at Teatro La Fenice (not included)

Day 4 — Sat 19 Sep
Morning: Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Afternoon: Pinault Collection — Palazzo Grassi + Punta della Dogana
Evening: Helter Skelter at Fondazione Prada, Ca' Corner della Regina

Day 5 — Sun 20 Sep
Morning: Murano — guided factory tour + glassblowing demo
Afternoon: Fondazione Dries Van Noten, Palazzo Pisani Moretta

Day 6 — Mon 21 Sep
Farewell breakfast & Departure

Who this trip is for:
Anyone who identifies as a woman and has an interest in art, culture, and community, and wants to experience the Venice Biennale with a small group of like-minded, art-full women.

It is designed for those who are genuinely interested in engaging with contemporary art, exploring Venice through a curated, expert-led program, and building meaningful connections with fellow travelers. We are looking for guests who want to contribute to a shared experience that is enriching, social, and inspiring for everyone involved—think of it as traveling with chosen family and friends.

Who this trip is NOT for:

• Anyone who prefers to travel independently or spend most of their time outside of the group experience rather than engaging in a shared itinerary.
• Anyone who is unable or unwilling to be flexible, collaborative, and considerate within a small group setting, especially during a dynamic cultural week.
• Anyone who is looking for a standard, large-scale tour where every detail is fully managed, rather than a thoughtfully curated, participatory experience.

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FAQ's

1. Can I book my own hotel/stay separately from the group?
Since the trip is designed as community-based travel, our goal is to keep all attendees together in one hotel so that we can experience Venice together as a group. Though of course there is free time built into the itinerary for you to experience the city on your own if desired.

2. What is NOT included?
All meals, transportation (to/from Venice as well as in Venice), as well as any additional activities are separate and must be paid individually.

3. What if I don’t know anyone — do I need to come with a friend?
No! Most women attend our Art-full Abroad trips on their own, and the idea is that we will all get to know one another over the course of the weekend. However, please do let me know if you are coming with a friend with whom you would like to share a room.

4. Do I have to stay with the group/attend all pre-planned activities on the itinerary?
All attendees are expected to attend the scheduled group activities unless the group leader is given advance notice, or in the event of sickness or an emergency. No refunds can be provided for any of the included activities not attended. Please remember this a group trip designed for the community to experience Venice together. Please do NOT book the trip if you prefer to do your own thing or are not aligned with the proposed itinerary.

Note about tickets/ RSVP's:

• RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here.
• All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from [alex@womenofculture.org](mailto:alex@womenofculture.org)] 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.

Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind (Guided Tour + Brunch)

Sat, Sep 19 · 12:00 PM PDT

The Broad, 221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA, Los Angeles, CA, US

​Spend a vibrant Saturday afternoon with Women of Culture exploring Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind at The Broad — an immersive journey through the ideas, imagination, and boundary-pushing work of one of the most influential artists of our time.

Advance Purchase Required here

​We’ll kick things off with an optional brunch at Massilia, where you can meet and mingle with fellow art lovers, before heading to The Broad for an intimate private guided tour of the exhibition.

​Spanning more than seven decades of Yoko Ono’s practice, Music of the Mind invites us to experience art differently — not simply by looking, but through participation, imagination, humor, and reflection. Together, we’ll uncover the stories and ideas behind the work and experience this landmark exhibition in a more meaningful way.

​And there’s more: our museum experience will also include entrance to Yayoi Kusama’s iconic Infinity Mirrored Room — a dazzling finale to our art-filled afternoon!
​Come for the art, stay for the conversation and connection, and leave with a fresh perspective on an artist who has spent decades asking us to imagine the world differently.

​Space on our private tour is limited — reserve your spot and join us for an unforgettable afternoon at The Broad!

​Why Join Us?

• ​🎨 Go beyond simply seeing the exhibition with a private guide who will bring greater context and insight to Yoko Ono’s groundbreaking work.
• ​✨ Experience two must-see moments at The Broad with the Yoko Ono exhibition plus entrance to Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirrored Room.
• ​🥂 Make new connections through art with a welcoming community of culturally curious women — and the option to start the afternoon together over brunch.

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​Full schedule:
​12pm | Optional Brunch at Massilia
100 S. Grand Ave. (The restaurant is just across the street from the Broad so there's no need to re-park)

​2-3pm | Private guided tour of Yoko Ono exhibition
221 S. Grand Avenue

​3pm | Option to continue exploring the permanent collection or gather for drinks & dessert

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Advance Purchase Required here
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Tickets for non-members:

• Tour only tickets: $60 first release; $65 full price
• Full experience (includes 1 entree at brunch + tax/tip): $85 first release; $90 full price

​Tickets for Art-full members:*

• Tour only tickets: $55 first release; $60 full price
• Full experience (includes 1 entree at brunch + tax/tip): $80 first release; $85 full price

​**Art-full Premier members get an additional 10% off. Learn more about membership & join here.*

​Inclusions:

• ​All tickets include admission to the museum & exhibition tour.
• ​Full experience tickets also include an entree at Massilia before the tour. Any additional food or drink will need to be ordered & paid separately.

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​The Art-Full Membership
​If you are not yet an Art-full member, we would love to have you join us for as little as $45/month for the basic membership, or $65/month for the upgraded premier membership. You can learn more about all membership levels and join here or reach out to alex@womenofculture.org with any questions.

​The membership provides:

• ​Access to member exclusive events
• ​Complimentary tickets to all online events, and select in-person events
• ​Priority access to & discounts on ALL events
• ​Premier members also get priority access to 'culture-tunities' including free VIP passes to exclusive after-hours events at cultural institutions all over the city

​All designed to help you live your best, most art-full and socially connected life!

Note about tickets/ RSVP's:

• RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here.
• All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from [alex@womenofculture.org](mailto:alex@womenofculture.org)] 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.