Big glamor and rock ‘n 'roll: Rudolfina Redout inspires Vienna!

Big glamor and rock ‘n 'roll: Rudolfina Redout inspires Vienna!

On Mardi Gras, March 3, 2025, the Vienna Hofburg turned into the scene of Austria's largest masked ball, the Rudolfina Redoute, where 3,500 guests swinging their dance legs in dazzling costumes. Among them were numerous prominent faces from politics, business and culture that took part in this glamorous festival. The motto of the evening, "Rock 'N’ Waltz ", combined traditional waltz feeling with lively rock sounds, which caused a spectacular atmosphere. As the Krone , the well-known rock entertainer Dennis Jale opened the celebrations with energetic performances that the audience immediately.

The Rudolfina Redoute, which has played an important role in Viennese ball culture since 1899, attracts not only locals, but also international guests and is now considered a figurehead of this tradition. Oliver Hödl, the organizer of the ball, proudly commented on the increased demand and the international recognition of the event. With this masked event, in which the "choice of women" plays a central role, mysterious women asked the men to dance. A special highlight was the midnight quadrille, in which the identities of the guests were unveiled and the choice was the "most beautiful mask" - a moment that many had been waiting for. Prominent jurors rated the most unusual masks, as with 5min , and chose the most creative participants of the evening.

The Rudolfina Redoute is not only a social event, but also a celebration of the Viennese culture that combines the best of tradition and innovation. The meeting of these extraordinary community moments in such a prestigious location shows how lively and dynamic the Viennese ball season is and underlines the importance of this event in the Austrian cultural calendar. With a variety of celebrities who visited the ball, the Rudolfina redoubt remains an absolute must and secures its place in the hearts of the Viennese and all those who were allowed to experience this exclusive night.