On monday December 9th 2024, for the second edition of the Ball of the Century, we invite you to travel back in time and relive the 1920s, during a grand ball in the magnificent Gallery of Great Battles.
Monday December 9th 2024 Ball of the Century
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Experience a unique evening at the Palace of Versailles for the second edition of the Ball of the Century.
In 1923, the Palace of Versailles hosted an exceptional evening, the Fête Merveilleuse (the Marvellous Celebration), to celebrate the end of its restoration, … 100 years later, we invite you to travel back in time and relive the 1920s at Versailles during a grand ball, in the magnificent Gallery of Great Battles.
This ball will put the spotlight on partner dances that everyone can dance, from the tempête (tempest or Tom Pate), American jig, fantasies, Pol Jones, Ragtime dances, Charleston and other ballroom dances that will be explained at the evening itself just before the dance starts... to the most expressive and romantic, like waltzes, the Tango, Foxtrot...
Come and dance at the Palace of Versailles from Vienna waltzes to the Roaring twenties.
Programme
After you have gone through the King's Grand Apartments, you will be treated to a dance performance in the Hall Of Mirrors.
In the Queen's Grand Apartments, you'll meet actors who will invite you to take part in activities inspired by the Roaring Twenties.
The musicians from the Orchestre de l’Opéra Royal will perform a short musical programme in one of the most beautiful rooms in the Château, promising to be a truly delightful interlude!
A celebratory event at the Château de Versailles would not be one without a firework show! You will be able to admire the wonderful show from the Hall of Mirrors surrounded by the gilding in the most beautiful room in the château..
After midnight, the Ball of the Century will start dancing to the beat of modern music in the Gallery of Great Battles for an unforgettable afterparty.
The Ball of the Century is the unique opportunity to discover the Palace of Versailles as you will have never seen it!
Practical informations
Opening Times :
Monday December 9th 2024, from 7pm to 12pm, afterparty until 1:30am
Dress code :
Men : Tuxedo, bow tie, dress shoes.
Women : Dress inspired by the Roaring Twenties or ball gown/prestige evening dress.
Masks are not accepted.
Ticketing
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CONDITIONS
- No changing facilities are provided on the spot
- Guests who do not respect the dress code could be denied entry.
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- You will potentially be filmed or photographed during this event. Château de Versailles Spectacles consider you abandon every appeal in case of use of those pictures for promotion of The Bal of the Century.
To prepare your visit at best, consult the interactive plan of the Estate, or download the official app of the palace of Versailles.
