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Southern California Tango Championship & Festival

Southern California Tango Championship & Festival
MARCH 26-29, 2026
Hilton Irvine, OC

Dear Tango Family, you are cordially invited to the 7th edition of the Southern California Tango Championship and Festival, the grandest international tango event in the United States! Mark your calendars, March 7th -10th, 2024 and get ready to experience the thrill of competition, the wonderment of learning, and the magic of new embraces! The organizer of SCTC, Yuli B, along with her dedicated team, will once again work relentlessly to bring back this unforgettable event and offer up tango delights like never before. From world renown maestros, incredible milongas and performances, international Dj’s, to a heart stopping competition. This dynamic event has something special for everyone… we strive to continue to evolve and bring to you an event that is unforgettable. Our mission stands strong: to unite people and communities through the shared passion for Argentine Tango music and dance… in each other’s embrace we are one, and it is in our differences that we bring out the beauty of this dance!

09/14/2026

✨ When Olga is behind the decks, you know the dancefloor is in for a great night!

DJ Olga, an internationally renowned tango DJ with a deep love for traditional tango, plenty of energy, and a very personal way of creating the atmosphere of a milonga.

Her passion goes beyond the music. Olga plays with cortinas, using them to add surprise, rhythm, and emotion to the night. Her musical choices and instinct for the dancefloor keep dancers connected, inspired, and often asking for one more tanda. 🔥

She doesn’t just play tango. She knows how to build the mood, keep the energy flowing, and turn a milonga into an experience you want to stay in a little longer.

We can’t wait to have her at SoCal for our 10th Anniversary Celebration! ❤️

📅 April 1-4, 2027

🦩 Early Bird is coming! 🦩
Registration opens October 22nd. ✨

09/10/2026

✨ Next behind the decks at SoCal 2027: DJ Luki!

Luki has been dancing tango for more than 34 years, growing up in a family of artists and tango dancers. His connection to the music started early, learning from his grandparents and parents to recognize and distinguish the different tango orchestras.

As a DJ, he has played in Buenos Aires at renowned milongas, including El Yeite Tango Club, as well as at milongas and festivals across Europe. From Serbia and Germany to Italy, France, Greece, and Hungary, his music has travelled almost as much as he has. 🌎

A dancer, teacher, and DJ, Luki brings a lifetime of tango experience to the booth and a deep feeling for the music that makes people want to stay on the floor.

We can’t wait to hear his tandas at SoCal 2027! ❤️

📅 April 1-4, 2027
🦩 Early Bird is coming! 🦩
Registration opens October 22nd. ✨

09/01/2026

✨ Next up behind the decks: DJ Georges Naasan!

Georges’ tango journey began in Beirut in 2002, at a time when there was no tango community or even a milonga to attend. He learned from visiting teachers, shared what he discovered with others, and eventually helped create the very first milonga in Beirut.

Since then, tango has taken him across the US and around the world. He started DJing in 2015 and has become a familiar name behind the decks in New York and the Bay Area, as well as at tango events in cities from San Diego and LA to Montreal and Portland.

A wonderful dancer himself and considered one of the best tango DJs in the US, Georges brings a deep understanding of the dance floor to his tandas. With years of dancing and DJing experience, and many inspiring mentors along the way, he knows how to create a great night of dancing.

We can’t wait to have him at SoCal 2027! ❤️

📅 April 1-4, 2027
🦩 Early Bird is coming! 🦩
Registration opens October 22nd. ✨

08/26/2026

✨ The music matters. And we’re bringing back someone who knows exactly how to make the dancefloor come alive: DJ Daniele Cala!

After joining us last year, Daniele is returning to SoCal 2027 for our 10th Anniversary Celebration. 🥳

With years of experience behind the DJ booth at tango events around the world, Daniele is all about traditional tango, building dynamic tandas with romantic and emotional nuances. His goal is simple: to create a warm atmosphere where the music inspires connection, movement, and the desire to keep dancing.

📅 April 1–4, 2027

🦩Early Bird is coming! 🦩
Registration opens October 22nd. ✨

08/19/2026

✨ Some couples simply set the bar. Vanesa Villalba & Facundo Piñero are coming to SoCal 2027!

There’s something truly exceptional about the way they dance. Their tango is powerful yet refined, combining explosive energy, technical precision, strength, elegance, and an unmistakable stage presence. And what better occasion to have them back than our 10th Anniversary Celebration?

Both have built remarkable careers on stages around the world, with Facundo performing in productions such as Tango Odyssey and Forever Tango, and Vanesa becoming a Tango Baradero Champion and spending four years as a dancer and choreographer with Forever Tango. Together, they created Desencuentro for the Buenos Aires Tango Festival and have since shared their artistry worldwide as performers, teachers, choreographers, and World Tango Championship judges. Their workshops offer the same depth, intensity, and experience that make their dance so distinctive.

We can't wait. ❤️

📅 April 1-4, 2027

🦩Early Bird is coming! 🦩
Registration opens October 22nd. ✨

08/13/2026

✨ Another unforgettable couple is joining the SoCal 2027 lineup: Clarisa Aragón & Jonathan Saavedra!

World Tango Pista Champions of 2015 and one of the most inspiring couples of their generation, Clarisa & Jonathan have been dancing together since 2012, building a partnership defined by balance, charisma, and a heartfelt approach to tango.

Their artistry has taken them to major festivals across Europe, Asia, and North America, where they captivate audiences not only with their performances, but also with their teaching. Their dance is always searching for authenticity and new horizons, combining emotion, elegance, and connection with a fresh and personal vision of tango.

As teachers, they are deeply involved and attentive to every detail, bringing an innovative approach to their classes and helping dancers discover new possibilities in their own movement and expression.

We’re so happy to have them back at SoCal for our 10th Anniversary Celebration! ❤️

📅 April 1–4, 2027

🦩 Super Early Bird is coming! 🦩
Registration opens October 22nd ✨

08/04/2026

✨ Get ready for another unforgettable reunion... Manuela Rossi & Juan Malizia are returning to SoCal 2027!

World Tango Stage Champions and internationally acclaimed artists, Manuela & Juan have spent more than a decade performing on the world's most prestigious stages. Their dance is a unique blend of breathtaking precision, elegance, and passion, creating performances that leave a lasting impression.

Beyond the stage, they're exceptional teachers whose workshops challenge dancers to see tango from a new perspective. Their unique approach, attention to detail, and ability to broaden dancers' horizons make every class an inspiring experience. They’ve also been judges at the Tango World Cup and mentors to countless students.

After the unforgettable moments they created at SoCal last year, we're thrilled they'll be part of our 10th Anniversary Celebration as well.

📅 April 1–4, 2027

🦩 Super Early Bird Alert! 🦩
Registration opens October 22nd!
Grab your pass within the first 72 hours for the best prices of the year - don’t miss it! ✨

07/28/2026

✨ We’re thrilled to welcome Ariadna Naveira & Fernando Sánchez to SoCal Tango Championship & Festival 2027 for the very first time!

For nearly two decades, Ariadna & Fernando have been inspiring dancers around the world with their unique vision of tango. Their partnership is built on elegance, authenticity, and a deep understanding of the dance, always honoring tango's roots while bringing a fresh and modern perspective. From the legendary Café Tortoni and Buenos Aires' most iconic milongas to festivals in more than 40 countries, they've become one of the most respected tango couples of their generation.

Beyond their breathtaking performances, they are internationally acclaimed teachers whose innovative teaching method has helped hundreds of dancers refine their technique and discover a deeper connection in tango. Their workshops are known for combining structure, creativity, and musicality in a way that leaves a lasting impact.

We can't wait to welcome them to the SoCal family and share their artistry with all of you. ❤️

📅 April 1-4, 2027
🎉 Join us for our 10th Anniversary Celebration!

07/21/2026

✨ We couldn’t think of a better way to start announcing SoCal Tango Festival 2027 than with Carolina Giannini & Octavio Fernández!

They made such a special impression at SoCal last year that bringing them back was an easy decision. If you joined us then, you already know why. And if this will be your first time seeing them together, you’re in for something special. ❤️

Carolina brings grace, femininity, and a beautiful balance of softness and strength, shaped by years of performing on some of the world's most iconic stages. Octavio is not only an outstanding performer but also one of the most inspiring tango teachers we've met. His unique approach, endless creativity, and ability to challenge dancers in new ways have made him a sought-after mentor for many advanced dancers around the world. He's also a World Tango Championship finalist, internationally acclaimed performer, DJ, and co-creator of one of Buenos Aires' most beloved milongas.

📅 April 1-4, 2027
🎉 Join us for our 10th Anniversary Celebration!

05/15/2026

Today we want to recognize the amazing Business, VIP community Sponsors and Vendors whose support helped bring this event to life. 🩷

From the beautiful products showcased throughout the weekend to the festivals, businesses, and organizations supporting our community behind the scenes - your contribution was an important part of the SoCal experience.

✨️ Platinum Sponsors: TucsonTango Festival by Jim, .sf by Elaine & Ramada, by Arpi, by Catalina

💛 Gold Sponsors: by Evrim, by Sonja & Darko, Mediterranean Summer Tango Festival by Tajana & Zrinko

⚡️ Silver Sponsors: .us by Carlos & Mayte, by Irina & Charles, by Onur Kira, , by Maria Elena, , Milonga El Encuentro by Julie & Angel

Big thanks also to our VIP Community Sponsors who helped us tremendously with their contribution: Catherine Nguyen, Dickran Dadourian, Salvador & Kristina Saggese, Emmy Cananea, Carmen Boodaghian, and Cruz Franco.

A special thank you as well to our wonderful vendors who brought style, elegance, energy, and care to the event:

👠 Maureen Munoz & Elizabeth Nylander who helped selling Regina Tango shoes by Yuli B Tango
👗 Chique by Evrim Kıvançer
✨️ Lucila Segura
🪡 .dapper by Leonardo Barrionuevo
💃 Espléndida by Miriam Larici
☕️ by Luis
💄 Donna Sheynis
⭐️ Liana for hair styling

Thank you for sharing your passion, your work, and your support with our community. Events like SoCal are built not only through dancing, but through collaboration, generosity, and the many people who believe in creating something meaningful together. 💖

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Irvine, CA
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Friday	9am - 3am
Saturday	12pm - 3am
Sunday	12pm - 3am

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https://www.socaltangochampionship.com/

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