Midnight Quadrille
Participants join a guided group dance at midnight with live instruction, honoring the ball tradition.
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Vienna Ball of Sciences
Wiener Ball der Wissenschaften
Vienna, Austria
Jan 23 - 24, 2027ExpectedSource
Each winter, Vienna's grand City Hall hosts the Ball of Sciences, where the city's research community joins the great Viennese ball tradition. Debutantes open the floor with a polonaise, orchestras play waltzes, and science-themed talks mingle with dancing, in a modern twist on the classic ball season born in 2016.
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Opening Ceremony (Debutant´en Einzug)
Formal processional entrance and first dances, setting the tone for the ball.
~20:00
Where it happens
Wiener Rathaus (Festsaal)
Vienna, Austria
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Plan the timing
White tie and tailcoat (formal attire)
Read the local rhythm
Optional ballroom dance brush-up
Dress for the setting
Request tickets early. Dress in full formal wear. Assistants should be attentive but not di...
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Ticket required: €50 - €100
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Vienna Ball of Sciences
Wiener Ball der Wissenschaften
Vienna, Austria
Each winter, Vienna's grand City Hall hosts the Ball of Sciences, where the city's research community joins the great Viennese ball tradition. Debutantes open the floor with a polonaise, orchestras play waltzes, and science-themed talks mingle with dancing, in a modern twist on the classic ball season born in 2016.
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Jan 23 - 24, 2027Expected dates
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The story behind it
Begun in 2016 to celebrate Vienna’s research excellence, the Ball of Sciences is part of the winter ball season. It modernizes the classic Viennese ball by incorporating interdisciplinary experiences (e.g. science displays), while preserving formality and charity aspects. It emphasizes local pride in science and tradition.
Key moments to know
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Midnight Quadrille
Participants join a guided group dance at midnight with live instruction, honoring the ball tradition.
~20:00Expected
Opening Ceremony (Debutant´en Einzug)
Formal processional entrance and first dances, setting the tone for the ball.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
White tie and tailcoat (formal attire)
Read the local rhythm
Optional ballroom dance brush-up
Dress for the setting
Request tickets early. Dress in full formal wear. Assistants should be attentive but not disturb the formal pro...
Essentials at a glance
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Jan 23 - 24, 2027
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Vienna
Vienna
Cost
€50 - €100
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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