Zurich's social calling card
Inspired by the grand balls of Vienna and the legendary Rose Ball of Monaco, The Zurich Ball brings elegance, tradition, and grandeur to a contemporary Zurich setting.
During the evening, the Zurich Next Generation Entrepreneur Award will be presented. The award honours an outstanding entrepreneur of the next generation who is shaping Zurich’s economic ecosystem through innovation, vision, and entrepreneurial responsibility. The Zurich Ball sees itself as the city’s social calling card — stylish, confident, and of international calibre.
The Zurich Next Generation Entrepreneur Award will be presented during the evening. The award honors an outstanding entrepreneur of the next generation who is shaping Zurich's economic ecosystem with their innovative strength, attitude, and entrepreneurial responsibility. The Zurich Ball sees itself as the city's social calling card – stylish, confident, and of international caliber.
An evening where relationships are formed, ideas take shape, and friendships grow.
Program
The Zurich Ball will take place on November 21, 2026, at The Dolder Grand in Zurich — an icon of Swiss hospitality and one of the country’s most prestigious venues.
The evening will be staged in an opulent Rococo-inspired setting, featuring lavish floral installations, fine fabrics, and classic ornamentation. The aim is to create a carefully curated visual dramaturgy that blends the tradition of the grand European ball with contemporary elegance.
Schedule for the evening
Guests at the Zurich Ball enjoy a comprehensive and exclusive experience at The Dolder Grand:
Reception
with champagne & aperitif stations
Festive gala dinner
in several courses
Dessert stations
artistically staged
Live entertainment, dancing & after-party
Presentation of the Zurich Next Generation Entrepreneur Award
Access to all areas of the ball evening
A carefully curated program and outstanding culinary accompaniment ensure that the evening will be an unforgettable experience—stylish, festive, and sophisticated.
Dress code
Strict Black Tie for men
Long ball gown for women