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Latest News: Tango Events in New Mexico

A chronological list of upcoming tango events (milongas, practicas, workshops) in New Mexico.
Tango Club of Albuquerque events are listed as "TCA."

Contact other event organizers to confirm dates and information. Scheduling, content, and details may change without notice. Check with organizers regarding their COVID-19 safety requirements.
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2024

Tuesday, November 19

On break | Albuquerque

Wednesday, November 20

6:50–9:30PM | Albuquerque

Free Tango at JUNO, 1501 1st St. NW 87102. Host: Albuquerque OpenTango. Tango warm-up starts at 6:50PM, class at 7:00PM, and dance (with traditional and alternative music, no tandas) at 8:00PM. Free, but please support the venue with food and beverage purchases. All are welcome. No partner necessary. Weekly event on Wednesdays. Website | Facebook | Instagram | Email

7:00-10:00PM | Santa Fe
Tango at Cafecito, 922 Shoofly St. Santa Fe, 87501. Lesson, 7:00-8:00PM; Milonga, 8:00-10:00PM. Light refreshments and snacks. Lesson + milonga $20; Milonga only $10. Weekly on Wednesdays. Host: 8th Style Tango. Website

Saturday, November 23

2:30–4:30PM | Albuquerque

TCA Practica at Albuquerque Square Dance Center (ASDC), 4909 Hawkins St. 87109. DJ: Max Cubillos. $5 everyone. Map link

Sunday, November 24
4:00–7:00PM | Albuquerque

ATA's (All Tango Albuquerque's) Mixed Music Alternative Milonga at Lloyd Shaw Dance Center, 5506 Coal Ave SE 87108 (near San Mateo & Central). DJ: Jeff Wallace. ATA's milongas are "mixed music" — a mix of traditional/Golden Era (no more than 1/3), alternative, and Nuevo — DJ’s choice. "Shorter tandas for more turnover... ATA's milongas are relaxed and informal, welcoming all styles of dancing and all kinds of music." Light snacks and drink provided. Please BYOW (Bring Your Own Water.) Still only $5. Email Cynthia

Monday, November 25

7:00PM (email or check Facebook to confirm) | Los Alamos

Los Alamos Argentine Tango Group Practica at Betty Erhart Senior Center, 1101 Bathtub Row 87544 in Los Alamos. Free event. Weekly event on Mondays. Email | Atom City Facebook Group

Tuesday, November 26

On break | Albuquerque

Wednesday, November 27

6:50–9:30PM | Albuquerque

Saturday, November 30

2:30–4:30PM | Albuquerque

TCA Practica at Albuquerque Square Dance Center (ASDC), 4909 Hawkins St. 87109. DJ: George Simmons. $5 everyone. Map link

Sunday, December 1
4:00–7:00PM | Albuquerque
Domingo Suelto Sunday Afternoon Milonga at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW 87102. A relaxed milonga with community-spirited ronda vibe. All good souls & soles welcome. $15 (pay only $10 if participating in the whole free community intro class from 3:00-3:45PM). 1st & 3rd Sundays monthly. Host & house DJ: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610) 462-6392 | Email | Website | Facebook | Map link

6:30–9:30PM | Santa Fe (Please note: This is 1st Sunday rather than usual 2nd Sunday.)

Holiday Milonga Aldea at Aldea Community Center, 3 Nuevo Milenio 87507. DJ: Fer. Hosts: Stephanie, Carol, & Fer. $10 cover includes snacks and nonalcoholic beverages. Alcohol is not permitted at the venue. Ample free parking. 2025 milongas will be on second Sundays of the month. Email | Map link

Monday, December 2

7:00PM (email or check Facebook to confirm) | Los Alamos

Los Alamos Argentine Tango Group Practica at Betty Erhart Senior Center, 1101 Bathtub Row 87544 in Los Alamos. Free event. Weekly event on Mondays. Email | Atom City Facebook Group

Tuesday, December 3

7:30-9:00PM | Albuquerque

Práctica Didí at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW 87102, is an open and safe community practice session. All are welcome. Beginner friendly. "A la gorra" by donation helps support this effort. Weekly on Tuesdays. Hosted by: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford. Website | Email | Facebook | Instagram | Map link

Wednesday, December 4

6:50–9:30PM | Albuquerque

Saturday, December 7

2:30–4:30PM | Albuquerque

TCA Practica at Albuquerque Square Dance Center (ASDC), 4909 Hawkins St. 87109. DJ: TBA. $5 everyone. Map link

7:00-10:00PM | Santa Fe

Santa Fe Tango Holiday Milonga at Dance Station, 947 W. Alameda St., Ste. B 87501. DJ: Carolyn Stoklosa. Free for current SFT Members; $15 for non-members; $5 for local tango teachers. RSVP required for all (please email). Email | Website

Sunday, December 8
2:00-6:00PM | Albuquerque
TCA Holiday Milonga at the Albuquerque Square Dance Center (ASDC), 4909 Hawkins St. in Albuquerque 87109. DJ: Michelle McRuiz. FREE for TCA members; Guests/non-members $25. Hors d'oeuvres and delectable desserts. Email RSVP by November 15.

Saturday, December 14
2:30–4:30PM | Albuquerque
TCA Practica at Albuquerque Square Dance Center (ASDC), 4909 Hawkins St. 87109. DJ: TBA. $5 everyone. Map link

6:00-?PM | Santa Fe

Santa Fe Tango Iconic Red Practica at 1366 Cerrillos Rd, Free lesson with David Cohen, 6:00-7:00PM, Free Practica, 7:00-?PM. Website (will check times with organizers — website has conflicting ending times)

Sunday, December 15
4:00–7:00PM | Albuquerque
Domingo Suelto Sunday Afternoon Milonga at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW 87102. A relaxed milonga with community-spirited ronda vibe. All good souls & soles welcome. $15 (pay only $10 if participating in the whole free community intro class from 3:00-3:45PM). 1st & 3rd Sundays monthly. Next date: 1/5/2025. Host & house DJ: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610) 462-6392 | Email | Website | Facebook | Map link

Saturday, December 21
2:30–4:30PM | Albuquerque
TCA Practica at Albuquerque Square Dance Center (ASDC), 4909 Hawkins St. 87109. DJ: TBA. $5 everyone. Map link

Saturday, December 21
7:30-10:30PM | Santa Fe
Two Moon Tango Holiday Milonga at 16 Camino Largo 87507 (on the south side of Santa Fe, 5 miles past the airport). DJ: Paul Akmajian. Limited parking; please carpool. $15 cover. 3rd Saturdays. Website | Directions

Saturday, December 28
2:30–4:30PM | Albuquerque
TCA Practica at Albuquerque Square Dance Center (ASDC), 4909 Hawkins St. 87109. DJ: TBA. $5 everyone. Map link

2025

Wednesday-Sunday, January 29-February 2, 2025
Viva México Tango Festival in Ajijic, Jalisco, México. A role balanced gathering limited to 400 dancers. 42 classes. Hosted by Nancy Roberts. Details on website | Email

Saturday-Sunday, February 8-9, 2025

2:00-4.45PM both days | Santa Fe

Virginia Vasconi and David Alejandro Palo at Dance Station, 947 W. Alameda St., Ste. B 87501. Early Bird discount available through 1/7/2025. Hosted by Michael Walker. Facebook event | Email Masako to register

Saturday-Sunday, April 5-6, 2025

11:00AM–5:00PM both days | Albuquerque

Save the dates: Joaquín Amenabar musicality workshop intensive weekend at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW 87102. "Joaquín Amenabar is a world-class musician, professor of musicality and author of several books. We are honored to host his return to Albuquerque." More info: Webpage. Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610)462-6392 | Email | Facebook | Map link

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 & Thursday April 10, 2025
7:30-9:30PM | Albuquerque
Guided (by Joaquín Amenabar) practicas at Las Puertas 1500 1st St. NW 87102. in conjunction with (but not exclusive to) Joaquín Amenabar's April 5-6 workshops. Musicality practice and how to incorporate the classes into exploring this dance on a daily basis. More info: Webpage. Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610)462-6392 | Email | Facebook | Map link

Tango Events in New Mexico is compiled and maintained by Karen Reck.
Please send any additions/corrections to her at webmaster@abqtango.org.