# Event Details

- **Event Name**: SoCal Tango Championship & Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ? Missed online registration? You can still join us! ?
Milonga passes, workshop passes, and championship spectating will be available at the door, subject to availability.

 SoCal is set to impress, and we've taken your requests to heart! ✨

The same amazing location - Hilton Irvine / Orange County Airport - Beautiful vacation destination with ample space, multiple ballrooms, and the latest amenities for our over 500 dancers in attendance. No need to drive, take advantage of the convenience and enjoy your stay! ??

Choose your SoCal 2026 experience:

⭐️ 4 nights of milongas
⭐️ 3 afternoon milongas 
⭐️ 4 nights of competition 
⭐️ 4 days of workshops with master instructors 

Get ready for our dazzling lineup of maestros!

 ?Paula Tejeda & Lucas Carrizo
 ?Carolina Giannini & Octavio Fernández
 ?Manuela Rossi & Juan Malizia
 ?Clarisa Aragón & Jonathan Saavedra
             

SCTC 2026 Judges are:

 ?Carolina Giannini & Octavio Fernández
 ?Manuela Rossi & Juan Malizia
 ?Clarisa Aragón & Jonathan Saavedra
                                                                                                                
We've handpicked DJs from across the globe to bring you a musical journey that will ignite your passion and captivate your soul! Presenting our SCTC 2025 DJ lineup:

? Jun Yi (San Francisco, CA)
? Daniele Cala (Catania, Italy)
? Jonathan Saavedra (Córdoba, Argentina)
? Avik Basu (Ann Arbor, MI)
? Olga Kyriakou (Catania, Italy)
? Magdalena María (Vienna/Buenos Aires)
? Davin Quinn ~ Vinyl (Santa Fe, NM)


Competitors, this is your moment to shine! Step into a competition like no other, where challengers from across the globe and thrilling categories await. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

 OPEN CATEGORIES (Am/Am, Pro/Am, Pro/Pro):
✨Tango de Pista, Vals, Milonga, Jack & Jill, Escenario, Group Escenario
  
PRO/AM CATEGORIES:
✨Tango de Pista – amateur must be under 55 years old
✨Tango de Pista – amateur must be 55+
 
AM/AM CATEGORIES:
✨Tango de Pista 
✨Senior Tango (55+ and partner must be within 15 years of competitor’s age)

 Don’t miss your chance to be part of the biggest tango celebration in the US!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/irvine/socal-tango-championship-and-festival-2026/200029068100606
- **Event Categories**: sports, festivals, contests, workshops, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5098

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Irvine
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport (18800 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, CA)
- **lat**: 33.67457808964
- **long**: -117.86089560019
- **full address**: Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport (18800 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, CA), United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: SoCal Tango Championship & Festival 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0e8d4e92401ce721406627bdee4e749d5d675627029dd790f25c1e5b57b2180f-rimg-w1200-h628-dc1c2d4c-gmir?v=1774331079

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is SoCal Tango Championship & Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** SoCal Tango Championship & Festival 2026 takes place on Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport (18800 MacArthur Blvd, Irvine, CA), United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing SoCal Tango Championship & Festival 2026?
  - **A:** SoCal Tango Championship & Festival 2026 is organized by Southern California Tango Championship & Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** SoCal Tango Championship & Festival 2026 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Irvine, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 5,000+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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