45th Stanford Viennese Ball

Stanford Viennese Ball is an annual event modeled after the elegant balls in Vienna, Austria. For nearly a half-century, the ball has brought together dancers and non-dancers alike for a night of dancing, performances, and everlasting memories. This event is your chance to get dressed up, participate in a beloved Stanford tradition, and try out some dance moves - or just enjoy the show!

The Stanford Viennese Ball was founded in 1978 by students who studied abroad in Vienna and brought home the vibrance and spirit of the Austrian ball season. These Viennese Balls traditionally begin with a lavish opening ceremony featuring honored dignitaries, costumed dancers, and handsomely-clad young couples performing an elegant, choreographed dance. Stanford's first Viennese Ball, held in Toyon Hall, was attended by 350 Stanford students. Since then, the ball has blossomed into a prestigious formal affair held at magnificent off-campus ballrooms. This year, the 45th Annual Viennese Ball will take place on February 25, 2023, in the Hilton San Francisco Union Square.

Our event has sold out the last several years. Purchase tickets today to guarantee your spot! Early bird discounts will expire on Tuesday, 2/21/23 at 11:30 PM.

For more details, please visit our website vienneseball.com!

*All sales are final and no refunds or transfers can be processed for any reason other than an event cancellation by the University. *

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Viennese Ball is first and foremost a time for celebration and merriment with friends. While the ball emphasizes social dance (think waltz, swing, salsa, and so on), you need not be an experienced dancer to have a good time. With performances, live music, contests, a photo booth, and more, there is always something to do for everyone. This is a Stanford tradition that most Stanford students attend at least once during their time at Stanford. Dancers from all around the Bay Area (and many who travel even further!) join us every year from various social dance communities for one of the foremost Viennese Balls to be held outside of Vienna!

There will be one waltz room with a live orchestra (Saratoga Symphony), one swing room focused on Lindy Hop and other jazz styles with a live jazz band (Silver Bell Jazz Band), a contemporary room DJ'd by two Bay Area favorites in West Coast Swing and Fusion (Kathleen Sun and Ringo Sanchez), as well as a Latin styles room featuring Salsa, Bachata and more! An event schedule will be made available on our website to showcase events in each room at various parts of the night.

The Ball will feature performances by the Opening Committee, Cardinal Ballet Company, Stanford Light Opera Company, Stanford Swingtime, Los Salseros de Stanford, Innovative Styles, Dancesport, Cardinal Swing, and The Academy of Danse Libre.

DISCOUNTS

We are offering group discounts of 10% per ticket for groups of 15 or more active Stanford students. These discounts are only applicable for active Stanford students. Stanford students are able to arrange these groups themselves and don't need to organize based on club or housing, etc (though that is certainly an option). Please fill out this form if you would like a group discount code (https://forms.gle/wenq7f1hyFMjdA1N7). If you are requesting a group discount, do NOT purchase a ticket. We will be unable to refund you if you later get a discount.

We are also in need of more photographers and videographers. We will be able to offer you a complimentary ticket in exchange for your services. This is open to both Stanford students and non-students alike. You must bring your own equipment. To apply for a media ticket, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/rP5ujpYSHtYwRj6y8 If you are requesting a media ticket, do NOT purchase a ticket. We will be unable to refund you if you later get a discount.

FINANCIAL AID

It is our strong belief that all Stanford students should be able to attend the Ball regardless of their financial situation. Many of us on the Steering Committee also benefit from financial aid and understand the financial barriers that an event like the Viennese Ball can pose. Therefore, we are pleased to be able to offer a limited number of financial aid tickets for Stanford students who need additional support to attend. Please fill out this form to request a financial aid ticket (we will have a rolling lottery): https://forms.gle/S4coK2z2wgWJ4one7

If you receive a financial aid ticket and are unable to attend the Ball, please let us know so that another Stanford student in need can receive your ticket instead. If you are requesting financial aid, do NOT purchase a ticket. We will be unable to refund you if you later receive a financial aid ticket.

THE BON BON BALL (2/3, 9PM for social dancing or 7PM for Bohemian National Polka Lesson)

The Bon Bon Ball is a social dance celebration that kicks off three weeks of Austria Fortnight lessons leading up to the Viennese Ball. Come for social dance from 9pm-11:45pm, a performance by the Viennese Ball Opening Committee at 10:30pm, and a complimentary lesson on the Bohemian National Polka from 7-9pm taught by Prof. Richard Powers (previous knowledge of basic waltz/polka required). Get your ticket today! Financial aid is available (see the Eventbrite link) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bon-bon-ball-2023-tickets-520891730187

FREE DANCE CLASSES (2/4 - 2/24, nightly on campus in the evening)

We offer complimentary, beginner-friendly social dance classes on Stanford campus in the weeks before Viennese Ball to get you up to speed. These classes will offer a variety of styles, including waltz, swing, and more. Check our website (https://vienneseball.stanford.edu/austria-fortnight-classes/) for on-campus locations, times, and class topics as they are updated.

SHUTTLE SERVICE (Departing at various times between 5:30-10:00pm from 439 Lagunita Drive, behind the Stanford Faculty Club at Tresidder Memorial Union. Return shuttles between 10:00pm-2:35am roughly every 5-30 minutes)

To help cover the high cost of shuttle tickets to San Francisco, we are selling highly discounted round-trip shuttle tickets for $5. To buy a shuttle ticket, select your preferred shuttle time as an add-on when checking out. Please keep in mind that the Opening Ceremony starts at 8:30pm and the Honored Guest reception starts at 7:30pm, so choose a shuttle ticket time accordingly. Please show up 10 minutes before the bus leaves. Bus tickets are not refundable and only apply to the indicated shuttle pickup time on this ticket.

To guarantee a spot on the shuttle at your desired return time after the event, please line up for the shuttle at least 10 minutes before it leaves. Once shuttles are full, we cannot accommodate more passengers.

Please see vienneseball.com and our Facebook page for detailed shuttle pick-up and drop-off timetables (to be updated) and plan out your schedule for the night accordingly.

PARKING

Event self-parking is available for $37.50 per night at the Parc 55 parking structure behind the Hilton San Francisco Union Square. Limited street parking will be available and nearby parking structures may have parking (an updated list of parking options will be on our website soon). Taking the discounted shuttles, ridesharing, carpooling are recommended. If driving, please ensure adequate time for check-in at the event so that you do not miss the Opening Ceremony. Check-in lines can be long at peak times.

COVID-19 SAFETY

We understand that attending an event of this size can be a concern due to the ongoing pandemic. We at the Viennese Ball Steering Committee are dedicated to the safety of all attendees, and therefore, we will have strict COVID-19 safety policies in place. Masking is required at all times at the Ball except when eating, drinking, or briefly for taking photos. We recommend wearing valveless face masks over the mouth and nose for the duration of the event. Masks that provide equivalent protection to a well-sealed KN-95 mask (e.g. a KF-94, N95, or p100) are recommended instead of surgical/cloth masks.

Our policies align with the policies of the Stanford University social dance community. Additionally, if the University requires that the event be cancelled, all tickets will be refunded. Questions? Check out our FAQ.

Take this opportunity to experience an evening that is magical and uniquely Stanford!

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Please Note:

All sales are final and no refunds or transfers can be processed for any reason other than an event cancellation by the University. This is a student-run event and we do not have the resources necessary to process the volume of refunds/special circumstances that often accompany on-campus events. Please be 100% sure about buying your ticket prior to purchasing it.

All attendees will need to wear masks at all times.

Please view the FAQ on our website (https://vienneseball.stanford.edu/faq/) for any other questions.

We appreciate your support! See you at the 2023 Stanford Viennese Ball.

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