Events Schedule

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Click here for a PDF of the Tango Club of Albuquerque 2024 event schedule.

The information on this page is subject to change. Please contact individual organizers and teachers for information on their events and COVID-19-related requirements.

Tango Club of Albuquerque Milongas and Practicas

Ongoing Events at the Albuquerque Square Dance Center (ASDC), 4909 Hawkins St., Albuquerque 87109

TCA Saturday Afternoon Practica, 2:30-4:30PM, Weekly with some exceptions. $5 everyone except for first-timers, who get in free.

Twice a Month (Late Spring Through Early Fall)

TCA Old Town Plaza Gazebo Milonga, Tango por la Tarde, 7:00-9:30PM at 200 N. Plaza St. NW, Albuquerque 87104. Second and fourth Sundays with some exceptions. Free and open to the public. Donations are greatly appreciated. Bring your own water bottle. Parking available around or near the Plaza.

Special Events

TCA Picnic/Milonga, Sunday, September 29 at Gail & Richard Womack's in Albuquerque. DJ: Paul Akmajian. Free to TCA members; Non-members $20 (renew or join TCA for $25; SFT members $15). More details TBA.
TCA Holiday Milonga, December 8, 2024, Albuquerque Square Dance Center. Details to come.

Other Tango Events in Albuquerque

Weekly

Puerta al Tango, Mondays: Free Intro Class (April 8-July 22), 6:00-6:455PM at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. Free introductory class to Puerta al Tango's style of guiding social tango. All are welcome —a casual and friendly experience. Studio opens at 5:30PM. Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610)462-6392 | Email | Website | Facebook

Puerta al Tango, Tuesdays: 7:30-9:30PM Práctica Didí, at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW 87102, is open to the community to practice the art of social Argentine tango. All are welcome. "A la gorra" by donation helps support this effort. Hosted by: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford. Hosted by: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford. Website | Email | Facebook | Facebook event | Instagram | Map link

Albuquerque OpenTango, Wednesdays: Tango Beginner Social Class + Dance, 7:00-9:30PM at Juno Brewery + Cafe + Art, 1501 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. Host: Albuquerque OpenTango. Free, but please support the venue with food and beverage purchases. All are welcome. No partner necessary. Website | Facebook | Instagram | Email

Monthly

Amilonga at various locations in Albuquerque. Host: Amilonga. Website | Email | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

Milonga Onda, monthly on 2nd Fridays, 7:00-10:00PM at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. A relaxed milonga with community-spirited ronda vibe. 3-song tandas. All good souls & soles welcome. $15. DJ & Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610)462-6392 | Email | Webpage | Facebook | Map link

Milonga Suerte Loca, monthly on 4th Saturdays, 7:00-10:30PM at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford. $15. Webpage | Email | Facebook | Map link

Annually

Albuquerque Tango Festival, in late October/early November annually. Embassy Suites by Hilton, 1000 Woodward Pl. NE, Albuquerque 87102. Organizer: Daniel Boardman. Website | Facebook Group

Occasionally

All Tango Albuquerque (ATA) Mixed-Music Alternative Milonga. Lloyd Shaw Dance Center, 5506 Coal Ave. SE, Albuquerque 87108. $5. Email Cynthia

Other Tango Events in Santa Fe and Taos

Santa Fe Tango Milongas, monthly on first Saturdays. Times and locations may vary. Website

Two Moon Tango Milonga, monthly on third Saturdays, 7:30-10:30PM, 16 Camino Largo, Santa Fe 87507. Host: Liz Haight. $15. Limited parking; please carpool. Website

Milonga Aldea, monthly on second Sundays, 7:00-9:30PM, Aldea Community Center, 3 Nuevo Milenio, Santa Fe 87507. Hosts: Stephanie, Carol, and Fer. $10 cover includes snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Email