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Wiener Walzer and Ball Season

Nowhere are balls so romantically formal as in Vienna. This tradition is intoxicating to locals and visitors for far more than a single night.

19.05.2012

Life Ball 2012

The Life Ball is an exuberant charity event with extraordinary performances that celebrates life year after year and makes a loud and sounding statement in the fight against HIV and AIDS – resounding far across the boundaries of Vienna and Austria.

Vienna's Glorious Ball Season

Ever dreamed about dancing the waltz at one of Vienna's many famous balls? With hundreds to choose from, here are the highlights of the Viennese Ball Season 2011/2012.

Austria's Top Events

Austria and culture are an inseparable unit, and the cultural programme is accordingly packed to the brim. Here is a selection of this year's top events that should undoubtedly not be missed when visiting Austria.

20.02.2012

Rudolfina Masked Ball in the Imperial Palace

The Rudolfina Redoute is the oldest and most steeped in tradition ball meeting and thus can look back on a long history. Principally, mask obligation exists for all ladies, whether they come alone or accompanied.

17.02.2012

Bonbon Ball in the Konzerthaus Vienna

The Bonbon Ball is the only ball event taking place in the Konzerthaus, home of the Vienna Symphony Orchestra. Up to 4,000 guests can dance in the four concert halls. A jury elects a Miss and Mister Bonbon from the guests, and their weight in confectioneries is then donated to charity.

16.02.2012

Opera Ball Vienna

The Opera Ball, held at Vienna's magnificent State Opera House, is deemed the epitome of ball culture and a top-calibre social event, attracting celebrities from around the globe. This mega event is fully given over to waltzing bliss at a venue where usually opera stars make their big-time stage appearances.

21.02.2012

"Elmayer Kränzchen” - Elmayer School of Dancing Ball in the Imperial Palace Vienna

The only Viennese ball that starts as early as 6 pm and is terminated at midnight. Enjoy dinner and dance throughout the evening to the sound of several orchestras in various rooms of the Hofburg.