Boston Tango Calendar

Tango Classes in Boston

Check each Dance Studio (see listings above) for Argentine Tango Classes and Schedule in Boston. Additionally, check out individual instructors in your area. TIP: at each milonga there is usually a complementary pre-milonga tango classes for beginners, intermediate and advance level students.

FREE Tango Classes

Tango Bar Milonga @ Dance Union offers a FREE Beginner Tango class 8-9pm every 3rd Friday of the Month. Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org

La Milonga @ Dance Union offers a FREE Tango class (Introductory) 8-9pm every 3rd Saturday of the Month. La Milonga is the longest running Milonga in the city. Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org

Late Night Cambalache Milonga @ Dance Union offers a FREE Tango course (Crash Course for Beginners and Friends): 8-9pm every 4th Saturday of the Month. Pre-milonga class and performance by Silvana Brizuela and Sidney Grant. Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org/

Porteño y Bailarín Milonga @ Dance Union offers a FREE Beginners Class: 8-9pm every 5th Friday of the Month. No partner necessary! Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org/

On-Going Milongas, Practicas & Tango Classes in Boston, Cambridge Area

Monday

Noche De Practica – Guided Tango Practica
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, Somerville, MA 02143
Every Monday from 7:30-10:30pm you will be joining a group of Tangueros that practice with each other and help each other progress. This practica is guided by Maestro Guillermo Merlo.

Tuesday

Practica Chiquita By Ultimate Tango
Medford Lodge of Elks - 19 Washington St, Medford, MA 02155
Once you have the basics of Argentine Tango down, it’s time to work on developing your skills. Our tango practice sessions do just that. Practica Chiquita is guided, which means there are instructors present who will advise you on what to practice and how to practice.
https://www.ultimatetango.com/

Wednesday

Wednesday Tango Break - Dancing
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, Somerville, MA 02143
The Tango Society of Boston sponsors Mid-week Tango Dance breaks every Wednesday. Boston’s largest informal Milonga (Tango social dance). 9:00-12:00 (Midnight) Social Dance Break Milonga. Tango dancing till 12 Midnight. Call Vicky if you have any questions at 617-721-4872
http://www.bostontango.org/

Thursday

Thursday Night Tango On Cape At Misha's
Misha's - Jannor way, West Yarmouth, MA
Casual tango on the Cape every Thursday night, open, private, free. Few minutes from exit 7 (72) or 8 if you driving from Lower cape.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/396693372092760

Friday

Porteño y Bailarín Milonga (5th Friday of the Month)
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, 2FL, Somerville, MA 02143
5th Friday of each month, 8pm-1am
8-9pm: Crash Course for Beginners and Friends. All welcome! 9-1am: Porteño y Bailarín Milonga.
Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org

Tango Bar (3rd Friday of the Month)
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, 2FL, Somerville, MA 02143
3rd Friday of each month, 8pm-1am
8-9pm - FREE Beginner Tango Class | 9pm-1am Dancing w/ guest DJs Live Performances
Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org

El Arrabal Milonga (2nd Friday)
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, 2FL, Somerville, MA 02143
Ladies and Gentlemen, please join us on for our long running El Arrabal Milonga! 7:45-8:45pm Pre-Milonga Class –All Levels with Guest Artist Gaston Enrique Olguin 9:00pm-1:00am — dancing with Guest DJs Class is 7:45-8:45pm $20/regular $15/student/member Milonga 9pm-1am $15/regular $10/student/member Both: $30/regular $20/student/member
http://www.bostontango.org/

Vida Mia Milonga (4th Friday)
Dance Union, 16 Bow St, 2nd Floor, Union Square, Somerville, MA
4th Friday of the Month, 8:00pm-9pm (Class) | 9:00-12:00pm (Milonga)
Admission: $35 class + milonga; $20 milonga only, $20 class only. Full-Time Students with ID and guests who travel long distance (more than 30 miles): $30/$15
http://www.tangoaffair.com/

Saturday

La Milonga (3rd Saturday of the Month)
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, 2FL, Somerville, MA 02143
3rd Saturday of each month, 8pm-1am | 8-9pm: FREE Intro Class | 9pm-1am: La Milonga
Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org

Cafe Tango Milonga (5th Saturday of the Month)
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, 2FL, Somerville, MA 02143
5th Saturday of each month, 8pm-1am
8-9pm: Crash Course for Beginners and Friends. All welcome! | 9-1am: Cafe Tango Milonga.
Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org

Late Night Cambalache Milonga (4th Saturday of the Month)
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, 2FL, Somerville, MA 02143
4th Saturday of each month, 8pm-2am | 8:00pm Class—all levels | 9:15pm Dancing w/guest DJ and performances
Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org

Blue Milonga (2nd Saturday)
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, Somerville, MA 02143
Every 2nd Saturday of the Month, 8:00pm-1:00am
Call (617) 393-3772 | http://www.bluetango.org/bluemilonga.html

Sunday

Sunday Practilonga Caminito
Dance Union - 16 Bow Street, 2FL, Somerville, MA 02143
Sundays 6-9pm
6-7pm: Intro Class | 7-9pm: Practilonga Social Dance
Info: 617-699-OCHO (-6246) | http://www.bostontango.org

Boston Weekly Sunday Practica
Q-Ballroom - 26 New Street, Suite 3, Cambridge, MA 02138
Every Sunday Afternoon, 3-6pm
http://www.sundaypractica.com/

If you find incorrect information, please contact us.

The Tango Society of Boston is a non-profit organization dedicated to the support and growth of the Argentine Tango. The Tango is a social and participant’s dance and is for everyone to learn and enjoy, regardless of dance background! http://www.bostontango.org/

MIT Tango Club - Tango to the MIT Community, Boston Student community and in the Grea ter Boston Area in general. We offer classes, practice sessions (called "practicas"), introductory ... get cool benefits like free entrances to MIT Tango club milongas, workshops. tango.mit.edu/

Boston Tango and New England - tangonet, your independent source of tango information for Boston, New England, and other locales. http://tango.havetodance.com

Boston Tango Calendar: Milongas Tonight

Want to dance tonight, not next weekend? This calendar updates regularly so you can see exactly which milongas and practicas are happening across the Boston area right now.

Boston Tango Society

If you've come across the name Boston Tango Society while searching, it's one of the central organizations for the local tango community, connecting dancers to milongas, classes, and events across the area. This section points you to how the Boston Tango Society's offerings fit alongside the broader calendar on this page.

Boston Tango Milongas & Practicas

A milonga is a social tango dance event, while a practica is a more casual practice session where dancers work on technique outside formal milonga etiquette. This section covers Boston's recurring milongas and practicas, including named nights like Tango by Moonlight and groups like Tangerinos Boston.

Boston Tango Studios

Boston's tango scene includes dedicated studios and clubs like New England Tango Academy, Dance Union, and even the MIT Tango Club for the university crowd. Explore the area's established tango studios and organizations here.

Argentine Tango Classes and Lessons in Boston

New to tango, or looking to refine your embrace and technique? Boston offers beginner-friendly group classes, private lessons, and even free introductory sessions. Find a class that matches your level and step confidently onto the milonga floor.

Tango Beyond Boston: Somerville, Cambridge & Arlington

Boston's tango community extends throughout the surrounding area. From Somerville to Cambridge to Arlington, this section helps you find milongas and classes closer to home, wherever in Greater Boston you are.

Boston Tango Marathon & Festival

Beyond the regular milonga calendar, Boston hosts larger-scale events like the Boston Tango Marathon and Boston Tango Festival, drawing dancers from across New England for multi-day celebrations, workshops, and social dancing.

Boston Argentine Tango Events

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