Join us at Ballroom Dance Chicago on Saturday, October 5th, from 8-11 pm, for our Wine Harvest Ball – the quintessential event to celebrate the culmination of the wine harvest and the exciting commencement of the Ball Dance season. While Chicago may not boast sprawling vineyards like Vienna, we deeply admire and draw inspiration from this iconic city. Vienna is renowned for its romantic and festive ball season, often called the “Fifth Season,” which is beautifully intertwined with its celebrated wine culture. In Vienna, picturesque vineyards gently frame the city, crafting a unique ambiance where the cherished traditions of wine and dance harmoniously converge. This special celebration provides us with a wonderful opportunity to infuse a touch of that Viennese enchantment right here in Chicago, marking the elegant start of our very own ball dance season with sophistication, delightful drinks, community spirit, and sheer joy.
Event Highlights:
Elegant Foxtrot Ball Dance Class: Begin your evening at 8 pm with an engaging Foxtrot class, meticulously designed to teach you the art of gliding gracefully across the dance floor. Whether you choose to actively participate in the dance or prefer to relax and simply enjoy the ambiance, the evening is yours to fully embrace and savor. The ball dance season is as much about fostering connections and socializing as it is about the dance itself. It’s a unique occasion where every guest plays a vital role in creating an atmosphere of special magic. Each attendee brings their individual charm, and together, we collectively craft an evening that transcends the ordinary. While this event is designed with dancers in mind, prior dance experience is not required to attend, nor is a pre-existing passion for dance necessary. We warmly welcome anyone who is eager to connect with others and contribute to an enchanting and memorable evening.
Open Social Ball Dancing: Following the enriching class, immerse yourself in an evening of open social ball dancing. Enjoy a vibrant and diverse mix of ballroom and swing music, thoughtfully curated to appeal to our diverse and enthusiastic dance community. This segment of the evening provides the perfect backdrop to practice your newly acquired foxtrot skills or showcase your existing ball dance repertoire in a relaxed and convivial setting.
Wine Tasting & Sharing Experience: Elevate your senses with our unique wine tasting experience. We invite you to bring a bottle of wine of your choice – be it a crisp white, robust red, intriguing orange, delicate rosé, or celebratory sparkling wine – within the $25+ price range to contribute to our collective tasting. Each individual attendee, or couple attending together, is kindly requested to bring one bottle; feel free to bring two if you are feeling particularly generous. The most important aspect is to select a wine that you personally appreciate and are excited to share with fellow enthusiasts.
To enhance our tasting journey, we will provide insightful tasting notes and supplementary materials designed to stimulate engaging wine discussions and deepen our appreciation for each shared bottle. Whether you are reconnecting with familiar faces or forging new friendships, this shared tasting experience promises to be a delightful exploration of flavors and preferences. While a formal blind wine tasting is not planned for this event, we will conduct a lighthearted vote to determine our favorite wines of the evening, with a special prize awarded to the bottle that captures the collective palate!
Cheese Pairing and Community Sharing: Complementing our wine experience, we invite you to partake in a delightful cheese sharing initiative. To ensure a balanced and enjoyable evening, and to prevent dancing on an empty stomach, we encourage each guest to bring a cheese or two to share. Please don’t be concerned about providing accompaniments; Ballroom Dance Chicago will take care of all the essentials, including crackers, elegant serving trays, knives, plates, and napkins. Mirroring the philosophy behind the wine selection, the primary criterion for your cheese contribution is simply that you enjoy it and are enthusiastic about sharing your personal favorites with others.
This wine and cheese-sharing component of the evening is thoughtfully considered to be as integral to the event as the ball dancing itself. It presents a wonderful opportunity to sample a diverse array of cheeses and wines favored by others, while simultaneously engaging in enriching conversations about personal tastes and preferences. Through these shared culinary experiences, you can uncover fresh perspectives on what others appreciate and how they perceive different flavor profiles. This interactive element adds a layer of social and cultural depth to the evening, significantly enhancing both the sense of camaraderie and the overall ball dance experience. The simple act of enjoying food and drink together profoundly enriches the connections formed throughout the evening, creating lasting memories and strengthening community bonds within our ball dance circle.
Tickets and Event Details:
Event Details:
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Date: October 5th, 2024
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Time: 8-11 PM, Doors Open at 7:45 PM
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Location: 4039B N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
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Attire: Cocktail
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Ticket Prices:
- Advance Purchase: $45/person
- At the Door: $55/person
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Age Requirement: All guests must be 21 or older
Don’t let this exceptional opportunity pass to immerse yourself in dance, savor fine wines, celebrate the season, and connect with fellow enthusiasts as we joyfully usher in the ball dance season in Chicago. Secure your place at this memorable event today!
