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© Ball der Wiener Wirtschaft
Vienna Business Ball 2025
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We look forward to an unforgettable ball night on January 24, 2025, at the Hofburg Vienna.
FAQ
What is the dress code?
DO’s
Long evening gown, grand ball gown
Tuxedo, tuxedo shirt, tailcoat, dark shoes, bow tie
Gala uniform
DON'Ts
No short or high-low skirts and dresses, no cocktail dresses
No pantsuits or similar attire
No ties
We kindly ask for your understanding that individuals not adhering to the dress code may be denied entry to the ball or asked to leave the event. In both cases, no financial reimbursement will be provided. If in doubt, please contact our ball office in advance.
Does the seating ticket already include entry?
No, the seating ticket does not grant entry. You need an entry ticket to access the event.
I unexpectedly cannot attend the ball. Can I return my ticket?
We ask for your understanding that tickets cannot be returned or exchanged.
From what age can I attend the Vienna Business Ball?
Tickets can be purchased from the age of 18. Minors may attend the ball if accompanied by a legal guardian. The after-party at Volksgarten is included in the ticket price but may be attended exclusively from the age of 21.
Is smoking allowed at the ball?
Smoking is strictly prohibited in all areas of the Hofburg. A designated smoking area is reserved outside the main entrance at Heldenplatz. This restriction also applies to e-cigarettes and similar devices.
Are there highlights from previous years?
For a good impression of the Vienna Business Ball, we recommend our recap video of the 2024 Vienna Business Ball.
Program and cast
A varied program guarantees an exhilarating ball night at the Viennese Economy Ball on Friday, January 24, 2025, in the grand halls of the Vienna Hofburg. Dance and festivity, networking and entrepreneurship – this is what awaits our guests.
8:00 PM - Doors open to the Hofburg
9:00 PM - Opening act
10:00 PM – 4:00 AM - Musical potpourri
12:00 AM - Midnight performance with a special guest
12:45 AM - Audience quadrille
4:00 AM - End of the ball
After-party from 3:00 AM - at the Volksgarten with free admission upon presentation of the ball ticket*
Entry for 21+ only*
Hofburg Palace
Hofburg Palace is a palace located in Vienna, Austria, that has housed some of the most powerful people in European and Austrian history, including the Habsburg dynasty, rulers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It currently serves as the official residence of the President of Austria. It was the Habsburgs' principal winter residence, as the Schönbrunn Palace was their preferred summer residence.
The Hofburg area has been the documented seat of government since 1279 for various empires and republics.[1] The Hofburg has been expanded over the centuries to include various residences (with the Amalienburg), the Imperial Chapel (Hofkapelle or Burgkapelle), the Naturhistorisches Museum and Kunsthistorisches Museum, the Austrian National Library (Hofbibliothek), the Imperial Treasury (Schatzkammer), the Burgtheater, the Spanish Riding School(Hofreitschule), the Imperial Horse Stables (Stallburg and Hofstallungen), and the Hofburg Congress Center.
The Hofburg faces the Heldenplatz ordered under the reign of Emperor Francis Joseph, as part of what was to become a Kaiserforum that was never completed.
Festsaal
The impressive imperial ambience is created for events of spectacular style. The room meets the highest standards, features a large permanent stage and integrated interpreter booths. The latest sound and lighting technology ensure unimpaired visual and acoustic clarity.
Theatre style: 1.260 Pax
Classroom style: 560 Pax
Banquet style: 660 Pax
Length 42,8 m/ft
Width 23,1 m/ft
Height 14,9 m/ft
Area 989,0 m²/sqft
How to get here
By Public Transportation
Take the U3 or the U2 subway to station Volkstheater and walk down Bellariastrasse towards the inner city. Once you cross the Ringstrasse (Burgring), you are at the Heldenplatz. Or take the local trams #1, #2, #46, #49, #D or the bus #2A to station Dr. Karl Renner Ring which is right next to Heldenplatz.
By Car
As is the case with all concerts that take place in the first district (Innere Stadt), we do not recommend going there by car. The first district is a labyrinth of narrow one-way streets and blind ends and parking is at best difficult, more often impossible. The area is also a pay zone (Kurzparkzone) from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 22:00 with a maximum parking time of two hours (2.40 € for 2 hours).
There is only one parking garage within walking distance:
Garage Robert Stolz-Platz at Robert Stolz-Platz (€ 3.40 per hour)
By Taxi
Taxis are a reliable and common means to get to your concert. Taxis are usually found at train stations and at taxi stands all over the city. To order one call • 31 300, • 60 160, • 40 100 or • 81 400. Taxis usually do not accept credit cards. Most taxis are non-smoking taxis, order a smoker taxi if you want to smoke during the ride.
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