You are invited to the French Embassy to indulge in a magical Holiday Gala! Join us on your own or with friends at the French Embassy, one of the grandest diplomatic venues in DC, for an unforgettable gala evening and celebration of French wine and desserts along with Viennese music and dance.
A partner or prior dance experience are not needed to attend, as Viennese Waltz lessons will be offered just before the ball. Enjoy a night of dancing to the Salon Orchestra of Washington, one of Washington's premier orchestras, performing the world’s most beloved waltzes, and other dance music from around the world. You do not need a date to attend as we expect both singles and couples to join us.
| Viennese Waltz Lessons Presented on the Day of the Ball - Select ticket that includes the dance lessons! |
| On the same day as the Viennese Ball, we will present Viennese Waltz lessons right before the ball starts so you can learn how to dance the Viennese Waltz, as it is danced in Vienna. A partner or prior dance experience is not needed to attend so attend on your own or with friends to experience one of the most elegant and romantic dances of all time! The dance lessons will be taught by Herb & Carol Traxler. A Native of Austria, Herbert Traxler with his wife Carol Traxler have taught the Viennese waltz to hundreds of enthusiastic dancers in the DC area at the White House, Smithsonian, & many other venues. Space for the dance lessons is limited so make your reservations early! |
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Experience the elegant atmosphere of a European Ball, as well as meet international professionals and members of the diplomatic community.
+ Attend on your own or with friends. You do not need a date to attend.
+ Classical orchestra performs Viennese Waltzes and other dance music.
+ Exquisite selection of Viennese & French desserts by the French Embassy pastry chef.
+ French wine served at the open bar
+ Viennese Waltz lessons presented at the French Embassy on the same day as the Viennese Ball
+ Experience the Grand March and Quadrille as danced at a traditional Viennese Ball (We will show you how!)
+ Meet, network, and socialize ICDC members in an exquisite setting
Kindly note that the event does not include dinner and you will instead be presented with a selection of exquisite desserts with French wine presented at the open bar. Please plan to have dinner before or after the event.
Indulge in Delectable French and Viennese Desserts:
(Presented from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM)
See below for the video of a previous Viennese Ball at the Embassy of Austria. Our 2019 Holiday Gala is presented at the Embassy of France. Please note that the the event is presented as a formal ball with dancing to an orchestra and not a seated event. As such though there will be a limited amount of seating offered at the event, kindly note that seating is not guaranteed at all times since space is maximized to allow for a large area to dance.