Kotylion
6–8 November 2026Żyrardów, Poland

III Autumn Kotylion Ball

A historical ball in the spirit of Belle Époque

We warmly invite you to a unique ball inspired by the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, with live music performed by a "hot Jazz" orchestra.

The event takes place in the historic Resursa in Żyrardów, whose richly decorated ballroom — closer to a palace interior than a typical assembly hall — creates an exceptionally elegant setting. On-site accommodation is available, and we encourage you to join us for the entire weekend to fully experience the atmosphere of the era.

Resursa ballroom in Żyrardów — overviewResursa ballroom in Żyrardów — interior detailResursa ballroom in Żyrardów — side perspective

A weekend full of unique experiences

Dancing with live music

The energetic sound of the Dixie orchestra from Piotrkowska

Dixie orchestra performing

Excursion programme

Discover Żyrardów, the historic factory, and its most interesting corners

Person in period costume in front of a historic factory

Stylish dance workshops

Refined dinner during the ball

Atmospheric concert during the ball

Professional photo and video coverage

Schedule

6 November

Friday

  • from
    15:00
    Check-in(Resursa guests)
  • 17:00Integration dinner(pay-as-you-go)
  • 19:00–
    21:00
    Dance practice

7 November

Saturday

  • 9:00Breakfast at the Resursa(in dressing gowns, pay-as-you-go)
  • 11:00Excursion programme
  • 13:00Dressing rooms open
  • 15:00–
    23:00
    The ballsee below

8 November

Sunday

  • 10:00Breakfast at the Resursa(pay-as-you-go)
  • by
    12:00
    Check-out(Resursa guests)

(Resursa guests) — for those staying at the venue.

(pay-as-you-go) — not included in the event ticket; everyone is welcome to order and pay separately.

III Autumn Kotylion Ball

The Saturday ball is the heart of the whole weekend — not just an evening of fun, but a structured programme of dances, breaks, and moments to rest. You don't need to know all the dances in advance: some of them will be led, and the atmosphere of the event makes it easy to ease into the rhythm of the evening.

15:00
Doors open
16:00
First dance set
17:00
Group photo
17:10
Second dance set
18:00
Dinner
19:00
Concert
19:40
Film screening
20:00
Third dance set
21:00
Raffle
21:15
Fourth dance set
23:00
Farewell

Saturday

Discover Żyrardów and its most interesting corners, including the historic factory

50 zł / ~12 € per person

A guided walk through one of Europe's best-preserved 19th-century industrial towns. We'll see the red-brick workers' settlement, the neo-Gothic parish church of Our Lady of Consolation, the old market square, and the elegant directors' villas — including the distinctive Haupt villa.

The highlight is the Museum of Linen, named after Philippe de Girard, set in the historic halls of the former factory, where original textile machinery can still be seen today.

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Dress code and general style

Our aim is to recreate together the atmosphere of an early 20th-century ball, and appropriate attire is an important part of this unique experience.

We ask guests to choose ball attire inspired by the Art Nouveau era.

For ladies, silhouettes from 1910–1915 are especially recommended for greater comfort while dancing, though earlier styles from around 1890–1910 are equally welcome.

Please kindly send a photo of your planned outfit no later than three weeks before the ball.

Ticket to the ball

EARLY BIRD

Until 31 August

PLN 460

/ 110 €

Drinks, dinner, and concert included

NORMAL

PLN 550

/ 130 €

Drinks, dinner, and concert included

Accommodation

The ball takes place in the beautiful ballroom of the Resursa in Żyrardów, one of the best-preserved historic factory towns in Europe, built around linen mills at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Accommodation is optional and is not included in the ball ticket.

  • Payment on check-in.
  • Rooms are confirmed on a first-come basis; we'll confirm your booking by email.
  • Note: breakfast is not included in the room price — it can be purchased at the venue for 40 zł / ~10 € per person.
Hotel room at the ball accommodation venue

1-person room

190 zł / ~45per night

Unavailable

2-person room

250 zł / ~60per night

Unavailable

3-person room
(with sofa bed)

300 zł / ~71per night

Unavailable

3-person room

340 zł / ~81per night

Unavailable

4-person room

370 zł / ~88per night

Unavailable

Registration form

  • Payment details will be sent by email.
  • Payment is due within one month of registration.
  • Hotel availability will also be confirmed by email.

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