Ball season in Vienna 2025 | THE LEO GRAND

The dancefloor is open

In Vienna, people dance as much as they can every year. The Austrian capital invites you to more than 450 balls and over 2,000 dance classes. Waltzing in a chic ball gown or tuxedo, or dancing to upbeat disco beats - this dream can come true every year in Vienna! Whether you attend one ball or several, the Viennese ball season is ready to enchant every ballroom enthusiast and those aspiring to be.
We will take you into the magnificent and beautiful world of Viennese balls and show you how to make your visit to the ball season in Vienna 2025 an unforgettable experience.

Find the perfect ball

The choice of balls in Vienna is truly vast. For example, there is the Opera Ball, the Rose Ball, the Johann Strauss Ball, the Philharmonic Ball, the Doctors' Ball or the Academics' Ball - each one wonderful in its own way. Choose one or more and look forward to a unique experience.
To make it easier for you to choose the right ball, we have put together an overview of the balls of the season 2025.

Beautiful ball venues

The balls take place in some of the most beautiful locations in the Austrian capital. As well as dancing the night away, you can discover some of Vienna's most beautiful locations. Visit the imposing State Opera, the Hofburg or the City Hall and experience the magical atmosphere of the balls.
Festive, traditional, stylish and super chic - there is a strict dress code at Viennese balls. Ladies wear long evening gowns and men wear tuxedos or tailcoats. Not only does this look beautiful, but it also upholds the tradition of what is arguably the most magical time of the year. Balls are traditionally opened with a polonaise of young ladies in white dresses and their escorts. Only then are the magic words uttered: 'Alles Walzer', inviting you onto the dance floor. Enjoy the magic of these words and dance until the early hours of the morning!

Our little ball guide

Once you have decided which ball to go to and secured one of the coveted tickets, you will be looking forward to an unforgettable night out in Vienna. To help you prepare, we have put together a little ball guide for you:
•    Make sure you are dressed for the occasion - each ball has its own dress code.
•    You can also rent ball gowns and tuxedos for your event in Vienna. Just make sure you do this early enough to find the right outfit.
•    Do not wear a wristwatch and do not take off your jacket or tails.
•    Remember the ladies' donation - a small gift for the lady. 
•    Practice the Viennese waltz in advance.
•    The quadrille is danced at midnight sharp - it's the highlight of most balls and you don't want to miss it.
•    You are welcome to dance with other guests (remember the ladies' dance card), but the first and last dance belongs to your date.

Our recommendations for a perfect night at the ball

To ensure that your visit to a Viennese ball is an unforgettable experience, consider the following points in advance:
•    Break in your ballroom shoes and take blister plasters just in case.
•    Try on your dress or tuxedo a few weeks before the ball in case of any last-minute changes.
•    Book appointments with your hairdresser, manicurist and pedicurist well in advance.
•    Practice your dance moves in advance.
•    Make sure you book your taxi in advance to avoid long waits.
•    Remember to bring enough cash, your ticket and, if you're a man, your cufflinks.
•    Take a camera with you to capture the best moments for eternity.

Your majestic stay at THE LEO GRAND

Thanks to the ideal location of our boutique hotel in the heart of Vienna, some of the ball venues are within walking distance. The Vienna State Opera is only 850 metres from THE LEO GRAND, and the Hofburg is only 500 metres away. Instead of walking, you can arrive in style by horse-drawn carriage or limousine - just remember to book early.
Just in time for the ball season, we offer you beautiful and extravagant rooms and suites in the heart of Vienna. Stay in our beautifully decorated rooms and enjoy the magnificent ambience of our boutique hotel in Vienna.

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History may repeat itself, but not the suites at THE LEO GRAND. With its extraordinary design and historical background, our Majesty Suite welcomes you to an unforgettable stay during your ball visit.

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