This year, the Austrian capital is celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Johann Strauss Jr., who ended up ...

Today, teenagers learn to waltz by watching YouTube videos while ladies shed their elbow-length gloves to better swipe on smartphones. More than 450 balls occur annually in Vienna, starting Nov.

From its 18th century roots, Vienna’s celebrated ball season has evolved and now involves teenagers learning to waltz by watching YouTube videos and ladies shedding their elbow-length gloves to ...

To celebrate the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, the Vienna Tourist Board, in collaboration with Jung von Matt DONAU, has launched a campaign titled `Waltz into Space`. The campaign will send ...

Young people participate in the opening ceremony of the Lawyers' Ball in Vienna, Austria, Saturday, March 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Denes Erdos) ...

Let the Waltz Begin!' Vienna's Ball Season Has 18th Century Roots, but Teens Now Go Online to Dance VIENNA (AP) — The aristocrats of the Habsburg royal court who danced in the first of Vienna ...

The sparkling balls are deeply rooted in Viennese culture, blending history with modern glamour, and the waltz remains an essential part. While the average ticket costs 395 euros ($427 ...