Plan your trip to Vienna so it coincides with the ball season. Vienna's ball season is inaugurated with the extravagant Kaiserball on New Year's Eve and lasts through February. Choose the ball that best suits your style and budget. There are numerous balls for every taste and price. This requires some research. You can contact a travel agency or check the Internet for more information on times, prices and venues.
Buy your tickets early, especially if you choose one of the most popular balls.
Buy or rent the appropriate attire. These events are strictly black tie, so men should wear tuxedos and women should wear a fancy ball gown. There are many shops in Vienna that cater to tourists where you can rent a fancy outfit. This is definitely more economical, plus you will be sure to have a costume that is appropriate for the ball you attend.
Take dance lessons to brush up on your waltz and other ballroom steps. You will want to be able to dance like the Viennese once you arrive. There are also dance schools in Vienna that offer crash courses to tourists during the ball season.
Go with a date. Most of the balls are very traditional, and only the men ask the women to dance. Some of the less formal balls may not be as traditional, but these are generally less extravagant.
Dance! Or as they say in Vienna, "alles waltzen!" Once you make it to the ball and have enjoyed the show put on by the debutantes, it is time for everyone to dance. This is no time to be shy, so get out there and show the Viennese what you can do.
