Events Schedule
​See Latest News page for an up-to-date list of tango events in New Mexico.
See Classes page for information on tango instructors.
Click here for a PDF of the Tango Club of Albuquerque 2025 event schedule.
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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
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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)
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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 and chair(s). Parking available around or near the Plaza. 2025 dates: May 18; June 22; July 13 & 27; August 10 & 24; September 14 & 28.
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Special Events
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TCA Picnic/Milonga, Fall 2025 at Gail & Richard Womack's in Albuquerque. Free to TCA members; Non-members $20 (renew or join TCA for $25; SFT members $15). More details TBA.
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TCA Holiday Milonga, December 14, 2025, Albuquerque Square Dance Center. Details to come.
Other Tango Events in Albuquerque
Weekly
Puerta al Tango Free Intro Classes, Mondays, 6:00-6:45PM 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. Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610)462-6392 | Email | Website | Facebook
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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
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Puerta al Tango Sunday Practica + Class, Sundays, 2:30-6:00PM at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. All levels class, 2:30-3:55PM; Practica, 4:00-6:00PM. Due to a scheduling conflict the 4/13 Practica is 4:00-4:30PM and free. Sundays (except for 5/4, 6/8). Class, $17.50; Practica, $5-10. Teacher/ DJ/Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610) 462-6392 | Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Map link​​
Annually
Albuquerque Tango Festival, in late October/early November annually. 2025 dates: October 30-November 2. 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 Milonga Solana, monthly on first Saturdays at Dance Station, 947 W Alameda St., Suite B, Santa Fe, 87501. (Times and locations may vary.) Website
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Santa Fe Tango Iconik Red Practica, monthly on Second Saturdays at 1366 Cerillos Rd. Santa Fe, 87505. Free lesson & practica with rotating instructors. Class, 6:00-7:00PM; Practica, 7:00-8:30PM. Email | 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
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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