Event Dates
From: Saturday, January 24, 2026
To: Saturday, January 24, 2026
The Wiener Regenbogenball (Viennese Rainbow Ball) is the number one ball for LGBT people & their friends in Vienna.
If you are looking to get away for a weekend and fancy a little glamour then dust off your top hat and tails and grab your dancing shoes, and head to the Regenbogen Ball in Gay Vienna for a magical night to remember.
- Visiting for Vienna Pride, Stay close to the gay bars in the Nachmarkt district. The K+K Hotel Maria Theresia is rated “Fabulous”, a 4 star hotel with modern decor and delicious buffet breakfast.
The Ball
- Next Edition: Saturday 24th January, 2026 – The 28th Edition of the Ball.
- The Vienna Rainbow Ball is one of the most popular and successful ball events in Austria.
- Linking the classic Viennese ball tradition with the celebration of sexual and gender diversity is a successful concept, even beyond the borders of Austria. The success of the event can be seen as each year tickets sell out well in advance.
- Organisers expect a full house with 1,500 guests for the next edition.
- The Vienna Rainbow Ball promotes acceptance and diversity and is open to all LGBTIQ people and their friends and supporters.
- Festivities begin at 7 pm with a guest of honour reception at 7.30, followed by different music genres, lounge, dance and a disco ball.
- Enjoy a live performance by celebrity guests at 23:00, followed by dance peerformances by Quadrille Dance Master Bernard Bach and Schwebach Dance School.
- The host hotel sells out months in advance. Stay close by at the Radisson Blu Park Royal, rated “Excellent” by guests, featuring spacious rooms and highly-rated breakfasts.
Dress Code
- Remember, dress to impress! This is a ball, after all. Many guests spend months organising their outfits.
- Awaiting theme for the next edition
- Floor-length or knee -length evening dress, ball gown elegant trouser suit, gilet etc.
- Tailcoat, tuxedo or dark suit with bow tie, tie or scarf . no gender stereotypes! Your gender, your choice!
The Venue
- Regenbogen Ball is held at the Park hotel and is one of the top social events on the gay calendar in Vienna.
- The former guest house of Emperor Francis Joseph, this 4-star superior hotel is within a 12-minute drive from the gay bars in the Naschmarkt.
- Discover the best places to dine, stay and play with our guide to Gay Vienna.
Recommended Hotels in Vienna
- Vienna’s gay district is quite compact and easy to get around. Stay close to all the bars and clubs at the following recommended hotels:
Hotel Beethoven, Hotel Das Tyrol, Hotel Kaiserhof , Hotel Erzherzog Rainer, Hotel Savoy Garni.
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The Parkhotel Schönbrunn hosts the ball
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Wienzeile (‘Vienna Row’) is a street that runs through the city along the Vienna River. It is divided into Rechte (right) Wienzeile and the Linke (left) Wienzeile. Many gay bars and venues are located along both sides of Wienzeile.
Address: Kärntner Ring 16, 1015 Vienna, Austria
Address: Herrengasse 10, 1010 Vienna, Austria.
Address: Kirchberggasse 6, 1070 Vienna, Austria
Address: Neuer Markt 13-14, 1010 Vienna, Austria
Address: Schönbrunner Str. 10, 1050 Wien
Address: Linke Wienzeile 36, Vienna 1060
Address: Linke Wienzeile 102, Vienna 1060
Address: Schottenfeldgasse 92, Vienna 1070
Address: Tiefer Graben 19, Vienna 1010
Address: Tiefer Graben 22, 1010 Wien, Austria
Address: Luftbadgasse 19, Vienna 1060
Address: Heumühlgasse 14/1, 1040 Wien
Address: Schikanedergasse 5, 1040 Wien
Address: Gumpendorfer Straße 5, Vienna 1060
Address: Laimgrubengasse 3, Vienna 1060
Address: Stiegengasse 8, Vienna 1060
Address: Magdalenenstraße 2, Vienna 1060
Address: Blümelgasse 1, Vienna 1060
Address: Hamburgerstraße 4, Vienna 1050
Address: Kettenbrückengasse 4, Vienna 1040
Address: Hamburgerstraße 8, Vienna 1050
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Highlights from one of the shows at Regenbogenball
Vienna, the capital of Austria, has a rich cultural history and a diverse, open-minded atmosphere. Vienna hosts various LGBTQ+ events and festivals throughout the year. One major event is Vienna Pride, which includes a colorful parade and various cultural activities. This celebration promotes visibility, acceptance, and equality for the LGBTQ+ community.
The Mariahilf district, along Gumpendorfer Strasse, is home to an eclectic mix of shops, cafes, and bars. Also great for shopping.
This street runs along the southern edge of the city center & includes the famous Naschmarkt, home to several gay cafes and bars.

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