SAISON DES BALS (DIE BALLSAISON)
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In February, we enjoy the season of balls which are numerous and varied, from the very chic Opera Ball to the crazy Rose Ball.
Although it begins on November 11, the ball season is particularly busy in January and February. As a reminder, it programs nearly 450 dances per year. So many opportunities to waltz, dance the polka, the mazurka or even the quadrille, to twirl and feast in fine clothes in the salons of Vienna. Here are some references:
The Zuckerbäckerball (www.zuckerbaeckerball.com ) has been held in the Hofburg in mid-January for over 120 years. It is one of the most popular balls. On the menu, a multitude of pastries, chocolates and a large raffle.
Philharmonikerball, Philharmonic Ball (www.wienerphilharmoniker.at). One of the most elegant balls of the season, it takes place around January 20. The Vienna Philharmonic invites the good society to dance in the golden hall of its Musikverein. The opening of the ball is conducted by a guest conductor. Then 3,000 dancers enter the dance.
The Doctors' Ball (www.aerzteball.at) has been held in the Hofburg at the end of January for over 70 years.
The Hunters' Ball (www.verein-grueneskreuz.at), which is close to the extreme right, has also been held in the Hofburg, the day after the Doctors' Ball, in traditional dress for a century now. Man in skin breeches, woman in dirndl.
The Kaffeesieder-Ball (www.kaffeesiederball.at ). Early to mid-February in the Hofburg. 6,000 dancers, a dozen orchestras, 24 furnished rooms, numerous vestibules and corridors.