When we were deciding where to go for new year's eve, Vienna popped up on the radar, and I begin researching just what goes on here on the big night. The city is packed with options, but the one that caught my eye was a gala ball at the Rathaus - City Hall. An evening of drinking, dancing, and watching the city-sponsored fireworks from the balcony. Yeah...that's what we're doin'!
Although pricey, our VIP tickets covered early entry, a welcome drink, all the beer, red or white wine, sparkling wine, juice, coffee, and water you could drink. A four-course meal also was included, along with a traditional Viennese goulash at midnight, and a tray of chocolate snacks. Finally, a smaller group from the Hofburg orchestra played, the 2018 debutantes (girls in white dresses) were presented, folks from the State Opera and State Ballet Companies performed, and two bands playing dance music- after midnight - were totally worth the price of admission.
So here are some moments from our Cinderella evening:
Entering the Grand Hall
opening music
my eyes are closed, but...
Our table was on the second row from the dance floor.
Lots to drink
beautiful centerpieces
dancers
Then the debutantes were presented. No "blue satin sashes," but so exciting!
Next up: the opera stars. They were incredible.
View from the balcony - thousands and thousands of people below.
Happy New Year!
And then more dancing.
It was a special evening, and one we won't soon forget. Happy New Year, everybody...I'm off to finish my recovery program!
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