Donauinselfest
One of the event highlights in June is definitely the open-air-festival “Donauinselfest”. Enjoy among other things great music acts!
When?: 26.-28.06.2015
Where?: Donauinsel
Public Transport: U1 underground stop Donauinsel, U6 underground stops Handelskai, Neue Donau
Website: Donauinselfest

Fête Impériale
You missed the ball season, but visit Vienna in June and want to enjoy a ball? Then be part of the summer ball “Fête Impériale”!
When?: 26.06.2015
Where?: Spanish Riding School
Public Transport: U3 underground stop Herrengasse
Website: Fête Impériale

Open-Air-Opera
How about an open-air-opera? Certain performances taking place in the Vienna State Opera are broadcasted live and can be enjoyed for free on a big screen outside the opera house.
When?: April-June, September
Where?: in front of the Vienna State Opera, Karajan-Platz
Public Transport: U1/U2/U4 underground stop Karlsplatz
Website: Open-Air-Opera

Vienna Pride & Rainbow Parade
Another famous event is the Vienna Pride & Rainbow Parade. Check it out!
When?: 16.-21.06.2015
Where?: in different parts of Vienna
Website: Vienna Pride & Rainbow Parade

Rock in Vienna
If you are a fan of rock music, you should not miss the festival “Rock in Vienna”!
When?: 04.-06.06.2015
Where?: Donauinsel
Public Transport: U1 underground stop Donauinsel
Website: Rock in Vienna

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Eurovision Song Contest
The highlight of the month of May is definitely the Eurovision Song Contest, which will take place this year in Vienna. While the shows are performed in the Wiener Stadthalle, the Eurovision Village at the Rathausplatz offers live broadcasts, a fashion show, pavilions of the countries and much, much more.
When?: 18.-23.05.2015
Where?:
Shows: Wiener Stadthalle, U6 underground stop Burggasse-Stadthalle
Eurovision Village: Rathausplatz, U2 underground stop Rathaus
Website: Eurovision Song Contest

Life Ball
One of the, if not the most popular charity event in Vienna, is the Life Ball with the aim to fight against HIV and AIDS. There are a few tickets left, which you can win in raffles; however, even if you don’t get a ticket, you might want to watch it from nearby. An alternative is to be part of the Life Ball Party and After Hour at Volksgarten.
When?: 16.05.2015
Where?: Wiener Rathaus, Friedrich-Schmidt-Platz 1, 1010 Vienna
Public Transport: U2 underground stop Rathaus
Website: Life Ball

MQ Summer Opening
The Museumsquartier starts the summer season. Viennese love to meet there to sit in the sun and have a nice cup of coffee after work. A special of the opening is the free entry to all museums after 5 p.m.
When?: 07.05.2015
Where?: Museumsquartier
Public Transport: U2 underground stop Museumsquartier, U2/U3 underground stop Volkstheater
Website: MQ Summer Opening

Donaukanaltreiben
You are searching for a great culture & music event not far from VOX? Then you shouldn’t miss the Donaukanaltreiben. Enjoy music, culinary delights, sports and shows!
When?: 29.-31.05.2015
Where?: Donaukanal form Spittelau till Franzensbrücke
Public Transport: U4 underground stops Schwedenplatz, Schottenring, Roßauer Lände, U1 underground stops Nestroyplatz, Schwedenplatz
Website: Donaukanaltreiben

Poolbar Festival
If you are a fan of electro and techno music, the poolbar festival might be the perfect event for you. Enjoy great acts at Pratersauna.
When?: 07.-09.05.2015
Where?: Pratersauna
Public Transport: U2 underground stop Messe-Prater
Website: Poolbar Festival

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City Skyliner
You want to see the city from above? Then you should visit the City Skyliner to enjoy a marvellous view over Vienna.
When?: 22.01.-08.03.2015, daily from 9 a.m. till 10 p.m.
Where?: Rathausplatz, 1010 Vienna
Public Transport: U2 underground stop Rathaus
Website: City Skyliner

An evening at the opera
Enjoy an opera or ballet at the famous Wiener Staatsoper. You will be impressed by the amazing performances!
Where?: Opernring 2, 1010 Vienna
Public Transport: U1/U2/U4 underground stop Karlsplatz
Website (Schedule): Wiener Staatsoper

Have some great food
After a whole day of sightseeing, you are for sure hungry. You don’t know where to eat? What about a really delicious steak?
El Gaucho
Where?: Praterstraße 1, 1020 Vienna (Design Tower)
Public Transport: U1/U4 underground stop Schwedenplatz
Website: El Gaucho

Vienna Opera Ball
The highlight of the ball season takes place on the 12th of February.
Where?: Wiener Staatsoper, Opernring 2, 1010 Vienna
Public Transport: U1/U2/U4 underground stop Karlsplatz
Website: Vienna Opera Ball
For more information about the famous ball season click here.

Skiing at Semmering
You want to combine a city trip with skiing? That’s not an issue in Vienna. Just one hour by car, you can enjoy skiing at the backyard mountain of the Viennese: the Semmering.
Where? Carolusstraße 3, 2680 Semmering
Public Transport: There are trains connecting Vienna with the Semmering. Note that there are so-called Kombitickets Wintersport, which include the ticket for the train and the ski pass. For more information and tickets: Kombitickets Wintersport
Website: Semmering

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January in Vienna? Yes, you should definitely visit Vienna in January! First of all, there are fewer tourists in the city and, thus, there are fewer crowds and, consequently, you will hardly have to plan in any waiting times at museums and other sights. Second, there areso many things to do in Vienna in January. Here are five recommendations from the VOX Design Team:

Enjoy ice skating or watch the famous ice skating show “Holiday on Ice”!
There are many possibilities to ice skate in Vienna. Probably the most popular one is the “Wiener Eistraum” in front of the city hall. It is not just a normal ice skating field, but additionally there are “ice streets” through the park.
When?: 22.01.2015 – 08.03.2015
Where?: in front of the city hall
Website: Wiener Eistraum
Check out our blog entry about ice skating in Vienna: Popular Winter Activity in Vienna: Ice Skating

In case you prefer watching other people ice skating, you shouldn’t miss the show “Holiday on Ice”. An impressive show for old and young alike.
When?: 14.01.2015 -  25.01.2015
Where?: Wiener Stadthalle
Website & Tickets: Holiday on Ice

Relax at the thermal bath!
If it’s too cold for you outside, the best idea is to spend a day at the thermal bath. The one in Vienna has been renovated only recently and now is an oasis for people looking for rest and relaxation. However, the thermal bath also offers a great children area.
When?: 364 days per year
Where?: Therme Wien
Website: Therme Wien

Spend a great night at one of the famous Viennese balls!
In our last blog entry we already informed you about the famous ball season in Vienna. If you are visiting Vienna during this time, you simply cannot miss one of the great events!
When?: January & February 2015
Where?: different locations
Website: The Famous Ball Season in Vienna

Have a nice afternoon at the museum!
Vienna has so many different museums to offer. One of our recommendations is to visit the Belvedere in January as they currently have a special exhibition of the impressionist Monet.
When?: 24.10.2014 – 08.02.2015
Where?: Belvedere
Website: Belvedere

Watch a musical!
There are always great musicals to watch in Vienna. Currently, you can enjoy Mamma Mia! and Mary Poppins in the city.
When?: until June 2015
Where?: Raimund Theater/Ronacher
Website: Musicals in Vienna

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You always wanted to be a princess or prince for one day? Then you simply have to attend one of the balls in Vienna.

The season has already started in November, but most of the balls take place in January and February. The city is known for the waltz; however, dancing enthusiasts can also show their skills of other dancing styles such as boogie, cha-cha-cha and jive. Additionally, there are often discos you can go to if you want a break from classical dancing.

One of the highlights of every ball is the opening ceremony, where so-called debutantes perform a choreography: the ladies dressed in white, the gentlemen in a tuxedo. Normally, there is also a midnight-quadrille, which is always a lot of fun. Don’t worry about how it works – a professional will explain what to do.

As there are so many different balls taking place, we have compiled a list for you with our favourites:

Zuckerbäckerball
You want to combine cakes and dancing? Then the Zuckerbäckerball is the right ball for you. You can enjoy an exhibition of cakes, where you will not see normal cakes, but masterpieces of art. Moreover, you can win amazing cakes in a tombola.
When?: 15.01.2014
Where?: Hofburg (Imperial Palace)
Website: Zuckerbäckerball

Vienna Philharmonic Ball
This is a must for everybody, who loves the music of the Vienna Philharmonic. The atmosphere of the Musikverein, where the event takes place every year, adds to the distinctiveness of the ball.
When?: 22.01.2015
Where?: Musikverein
Website: Vienna Philharmonic Ball

Vienna Coffeehouse Owner’s Ball
Vienna is famous for its traditional coffeehouse. Thus, it is no wonder that there is also a ball dedicated to the popular hot beverage.
When?: 06.02.2015
Where?: Hofburg (Imperial Palace)
Website: Vienna Coffeehouse Owner’s Ball

Bonbonball
Another ball for persons with a sweet tooth. It’s all about candies. One of the highlights of this ball is the crowning of the “Miss Bonbon”, who receives her body weight of the famous “Manner Schnitten”, which she normally donates for a good cause.
When?: 13.02.2015
Where?: Wiener Konzerthaus
Website: Bonbonball

Dress code
Be aware that there is a dress code for every ball. There is some variation, but in general ladies should wear a floor length evening gown and gentlemen tails or a tuxedo.

You still need a dress or tuxedo?
No worries, there are various stores in Vienna, where you can get the perfect wardrobe. Our recommendations are:

Balina Joppich, Store Mariahilf
Mariahilfer Straße 101-103
A-1060 Vienna
Website: Balina Joppich
What?: dresses for ladies

Peek & Cloppenburg
Mariahilfer Straße 26-30
A-1060 Vienna
Website: Peek & Cloppenburg
What?: dresses for ladies, tuxedos for gentlemen

If you don’t want to buy a dress or tuxedo/tails, you can also rent one:

Kleiderverleih Rottenberg
Porzellangasse 8
A-1090 Vienna
Website: Kleiderverleih Rottenberg
What?: dresses for ladies, tails/tuxedos for gentlemen

Do you fancy a great night out? Then reserve a room at VOX Design Hotel and enjoy the special ambience of one of our favourite Viennese balls!

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