Reading Tango Festival
30 Oct - 1st Nov 2026
A Halloween Weekend of Exceptional Argentine Tango
Three days of inspiring workshops, unforgettable social dancing and a warm, welcoming community. Join dancers from across the UK and beyond for a festival that celebrates connection, creativity and the magic of tango.
30 October – 1 November 2026
The Festival Experience
Three Days of Tango, Connection and Inspiration
From inspiring workshops and vibrant milongas to spectacular performances and a unique Halloween celebration, Reading Tango Festival brings together everything we love about Argentine Tango in one welcoming weekend.
Your Festival Weekend
A weekend of learning, dancing, music and unforgettable memories.
Inspiring Workshops
Develop your technique, musicality and connection through carefully designed workshops for a range of experience levels.
Milongas
Matinée and evening milongas with carefully selected DJs, spacious dance floor and a friendly atmosphere.
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Halloween Gala
Saturday night brings our signature Halloween Gala Milonga, combining elegant tango with a touch of seasonal magic.
Guest Performances
Be inspired by spectacular demonstrations from our guest artists during the evening milongas.
Pop-up stores
Tango clothes and shoes for men and women. Treat yourself this weekend!
Our Guest Artists
Learn from the Best
Internationally respected teachers, inspiring performers and carefully selected DJs come together to create an unforgettable festival weekend.
Erik Deslarmes and Nadia Aguilar
Elegant, musical and deeply connected, Erik and Nadia are among the most exciting young tango couples of their generation. Finalists at the Tango World Championship in Buenos Aires, they combine refined technique with a warm, engaging teaching style that inspires dancers of every level.
Natasha Kaliszuk and Juan Braida
Combining contemporary elegance with a deep respect for traditional tango, Natasha and Juan have become one of Buenos Aires' most exciting emerging partnerships. Their dynamic performances and thoughtful teaching make them a favourite wherever they appear.
