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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

TANGO CHAMPIONSHIP & FESTIVAL

March 26-29, 2026
Irvine, CA

Online registration is open!

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Tango Your Way!

MARATHON
EXPERIENCE

Over 40 hours of social dancing
4 Evening milongas
3 Afternoon milongas
7 International celebrity DJs
4 Spectator passes

FESTIVAL
EXPERIENCE

20 Master workshops
4 Technique workshops
8 World-renowned maestros
7 Milongas
4 Spectator passes

INTERNATIONAL
CHAMPIONSHIP

6 World-renowned judges
10 categories
1 workshop for competitors
Amazing prizes
Trip to BUENOS AIRES!

SCTC WELCOMES YOU

You’re invited to the 9th Edition of the Southern California Tango Championship & Festival.

Join us for the premier international tango event in the United States! Experience the excitement of competition, the joy of learning, and the magic of new embraces.

Organized by Yuli B and her dedicated team, SCTC 2026 promises an unforgettable celebration featuring world-renowned maestros, captivating performances, international DJs, vibrant milongas, and a thrilling championship. This dynamic event offers something special for everyone as we continue to grow, evolve, and create a truly unforgettable tango experience.

4 EXTRAORDINARY

Couples

Dancing together since 2012, they’ve built a partnership defined by balance, charisma, and an honest, heartfelt approach to tango. Their artistry has carried them to the biggest festivals in Europe, Asia, and North America, where they captivate audiences with both their performances and their teaching.

A dynamic duo who have been captivating audiences since they began dancing together in 2012. Crowned the World Tango Stage Champions in 2014, they’ve earned their place among tango’s elite with their breathtaking performances, innovative choreography, and unwavering dedication to the dance.

Hailing from Argentina, this dynamic duo unites elegance, passion, and powerful artistry on every stage they touch. Carolina brings the refinement of a classical dance background and an award-winning international career, while Octavio adds the depth of a World Tango Championship finalist, renowned performer, and master teacher. Together, they embody the spirit of tango — inspiring, expressive, and unforgettable.

Originally from Catamarca, Argentina, this duo began dancing together as teenagers and soon took the tango world by storm. In 2010, they won the Metropolitan Tango Championship (Tango category) and went on to tour internationally with Miguel Ángel Zotto’s TangoX2. Today, they are celebrated worldwide for their elegant performances and for an integral teaching method that weaves together technique, musicality, and the embrace at the heart of tango.

Milongas

DAY & NIGHT

With tangueros  from all around the globe taking over the dance floor, you can expect the dreamiest of tandas! Day or night, embraces are waiting!!!

Milonga schedule

Milongas

DAY & NIGHT

With tangueros  from all around the globe taking over the dance floor, you can expect the dreamiest of tandas! Day or night, embraces are waiting!!!

Milonga schedule

International

DJ DREAM TEAM

SCTC boasts a star studded line up of world famous Djs that will captivate you with carefully curated songs, tandas and cortinas.

Milonga Schedule

SCTC boasts a star studded line up of world famous Djs that will captivate you with carefully curated songs, tandas and cortinas.

Milonga schedule

International

DJ DREAM TEAM

WORKSHOPS

LEARN FROM THE MASTERS!

Take your dance to the next level. Space is limited, don’t wait!

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Team

Dagny Miller

Dagny Arizona Miller is a New York–based tango dancer, teacher, and organizer dedicated to creating…
Team

Rui Cardoso – SCTC 2026 Official Photographer

Rui is an award-winning Portuguese photographer with over 20 years of experience in dance and…
Team

Brian Nguyen – SCTC 2026 Competition Coordinator

Together with Yuliana, they founded the annual Southern California Tango Championship Festival and Competition. For…