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 2026 event schedule.
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The information on this page is subject to change. Please contact individual organizers and teachers for more information on their events.
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. 2026 dates: 5/24, 6/14, 6/28, 7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/13, 9/27.​
Special Events
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TCA Picnic/Milonga — Sunday, September 20, 2026 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 — Sunday, December 13, 2026 at Las Puertas, 1501 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. Details to come.
Other Tango Events in Albuquerque
Weekly
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​
Bi-Monthly
Tango Practica, 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6:00-8:30PM, at 1500 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. $10 suggested "a la gorra." Optional 6:00-6:30PM warm-ups. Optional "Tango Puzzle Move," 6:30PM & 7:30PM (5-10min demo to work out). Bi-monthly + January 29th. Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610) 462-6392 | Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Map link​​
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Monthly
Milonga Suerte Loca at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. Milonga, 7:00–10:30PM "A welcoming milonga great for all-level dancers." $15 entrada. 4th Saturdays (except in May on 5/30). | Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610) 462-6392 | Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Map link​​​​​
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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
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Labor Day Milonga by Amilonga on September 7, 6:00-9:00 at Outpost 1706 in Old Town, 301 Romero St. NW, Suite 205, Albuquerque 87104. DJ and details TBA. Always sells out; reserve when announced. $20 payable in advance. Facebook
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Pre & Post Albuquerque Tango Festival Milongas at Las Puertas, 1500 1st St. NW, Albuquerque 87102. Thursday afternoon (10/29) & Monday evening (11/2). Host: Puerta al Tango | Graham Stanford (610) 462-6392 | Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Map link
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Milonga (after Albuquerque Tango Festival) by Amilonga on November 2, 6:00-9:00 at Outpost 1706 in Old Town, 301 Romero St. NW, Suite 205, Albuquerque 87104. DJ and details TBA. Always sells out; reserve when announced. $20 payable in advance. Facebook​​​
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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SFT Práctica Nueva Lesson & Práctica, 7:00-10:00PM at Odd Fellows Hall, 1125 Cerrillos Rd. 87505, Santa Fe, 87505. Free lesson & practica with rotating instructors. $5-$10 cover; free if this is your first tango lesson. Second Saturdays monthly. Email | Website
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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