Ball Gown Swap @UBB

The Faculty of Life Sciences is pleased to invite you to the Ball Gown Swap at the UBB, in cooperation with the Vienna Ball of Sciences!

  • January 12, 2026
  • 16:00-19:00
  • Foyer of the UBB (University of Vienna Biology Building), Djerassiplatz 1, 1030 Vienna

 

Join us for a sparkling afternoon where you can lend, sell, or borrow a dress or suit/tuxedo for the ball night – all while enjoying a festive drink. Together, we are setting an example for sustainability, resource conservation, and community! The event is supported by the University of Vienna's Sustainability Office.

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Please sign up here until January 9, 2026, if you bring a garment.

The event is open to everyone, registration is required!

How it works:

  • Lending a dress/suit: Register using the form below and bring your cleaned dress or suit on Monday, January 12, from 10:00 to 15:00 to the foyer of the UBB. There, your garment will be registered and hung on a clothes rail with the others. You can try on and rent garments from 16:00 to 19:00.
  • Accessories welcome: If you have matching accessories with your garment, you can bring them as well.
  • Contact & lending contract: Both parties will leave their contact information on a provided form. A lending contract will be created on the spot. The respective parties will be informed via e-mail and receive a scan of their contract. Please note:
    • You are responsible for arranging the return of your lent items.
    • If you borrow an outfit, you are responsible for returning it cleaned to the owner.
    • If your garment is not rented at the end of event, you will recieve an e-mail with the pickup information. 
  • On-site services: Changing rooms, mirrors, music and sparkling drinks will be available to make your experience enjoyable!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Disclaimer

The Faculty of Life Sciences and the Vienna Ball of Sciences assume no liability for loss, theft, or any damage to garments.