The Vienna Balls are traditional social events that take place especially during the winter and carnival season. These balls are known for their elegant atmosphere, classical music, and formal attire. They typically begin with a ceremonial opening by the young ladies’ and gentlemen’s committee, followed by waltzes and other dance styles. The Vienna Opera Ball at the Opera House and the Coffee Brewers’ Ball are among the most famous. Vienna Balls combine tradition with elegance and are an important cultural event that attracts guests from all over the world.
Flower Ball:
When: 17.1.2025
Where: Vienna City Hall
Dress code for ladies: Ball gown, long evening dress
Dress code for gentlemen: Tuxedo or dark suit, bow tie, gala uniform
Confectioners’ Ball
When: 16.1.2025
Where: Vienna Hofburg
Dress code for ladies: Floor-length ball gown, ball robe, gala uniform
Dress code for gentlemen: Tuxedo, gala uniform, dark suit with bow tie
Ball of the Vienna Philharmonic
When: 23.1.2025
Where: Vienna Musikverein
Dress code for ladies: Floor-length evening gown
Dress code for gentlemen: Tailcoat, Austrian Gala uniform
Vienna Doctors’ Ball
When: 25.1.2025
Where: Vienna Hofburg
Dress code for ladies: Floor-length evening gown
Dress code for gentlemen: Black tailcoat with decoration, black tuxedo or a gala uniform
Coffee Brewers’ Ball
When: 21.2.2025
Where: Vienna Hofburg
Dress code for ladies: Grand ball gown or floor-length evening dress
Dress code for gentlemen: Tailcoat with decoration, tailcoat, tuxedo or gala uniform
The Opera Ball
When: 27.2.2025
Where: Vienna State Opera
Dress code for ladies: Grand, floor-length evening gown
Dress code for gentlemen: Black tailcoat with white bow tie and black patent leather shoes
Lawyers’ Ball
When: 1.3.2025
Where: Vienna Hofburg
Dress code for ladies: Floor-length ball gown
Dress code for gentlemen: Tailcoat or tuxedo
Text: Time Travel Vienna
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