Please join us for a magical evening at the annual Viennese Christmas Ball, a joyful celebration of the holiday season and the timeless elegance of ballroom dancing! Delight in delicious food, exquisite wine, and an enchanting dance floor filled with the graceful Viennese waltz, lively polkas, traditional quadrilles, and ballroom music from around the world. Celebrate the season in style with an unforgettable evening of festive charm, music, and dance!
Under the gracious patronage of the Ambassador of Austria, H.E. Petra Schneebauer, we are pleased to host once again Washington’s annual Viennese Christmas Ball in the magnificent Hall of the Americas at the Organization of American States.
Opening Ceremonies will be presented by Midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy performing the traditional Fledermaus Quadrilles.
Washington’s celebrated salon orchestra, con brio! will perform Johann Strauss’ most beloved waltzes, alongside works by Lehár, Waldteufel, and Tchaikovsky. The evening’s program will also feature polkas, foxtrots, tangos, and festive holiday tunes specially arranged for dancing.
A champagne reception in the Palm Court sets the stage for an elegant evening ...
... followed by Austrian savories and wine, and a Viennese dessert buffet and coffee in the Hall of Heroes.
Join in the always popular Radetzky Grand March, led by Tanzmeister Carol Traxler, Austrian folk dances, and the Fledermaus Quadrille No. 6.
7:00 p.m. Doors open, followed by Champagne Reception
8:00 p.m. Opening Ceremonies and Cotillion
11:00 p.m. Fledermaus Quadrille No. 6
11:25 p.m. An der Schönen Blauen Donau
White Tie and Decorations/Black Tie.
For additional information please view our FAQs for the Ball.
New to Viennese Waltz or would like to brush up your skills?
Join our Viennese Waltz classes before the Ball!
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