Georgian Tango Encuentro 2026, May 29 - 31

📅 Save the Date for the Georgian Tango Encuentro 4th Edition: 29 - 31 May, 2026 🕺💃 Dear Tangueros and Tangueras, You are warmly invited to join us for a tango experience like no other—the Georgian Tango Encuentro 4th Edition, taking place in the vibrant heart of Georgia, Tbilisi! This is not just another ordinary encountro, but a fusion of Maestros, master classes and performances that promise to captivate and enchant! This year’s Encuentro will bring together world-class maestros and celebrated DJs. 🎭 Maestros We are proud to present a truly outstanding lineup: 🏆 Sebastián Jiménez – World Champion of Tango Salón 2010 An internationally respected artist whose dance reflects depth, musical intelligence, and refined elegance. His presence brings a special level of artistry to our dance floor. 🥈 Naima Gerasopoulou & Lucas Gauto – World Vice-Champions of Tango de Pista 2025 For the first time in Georgia, this remarkable couple will share their connection, musicality, and contemporary expression rooted in the essence of tango. ✨ But that’s not all! We are also thrilled to present stunning show performances by Batuhan Boy & Nida Inceoglu Boy, Levan Gomelauri & Cecilia Acosta, Ramiz Alizade & Mariam Rossa, These talented couples will light up the stage with their passion and elegance, making this Encuentro even more unforgettable! 🎧 DJs The musical atmosphere of Georgian Tango Encuentro 2026 will once again be in the hands of three exceptional DJs whose tandas left a lasting impression on last year’s dance floor: Roberto Tucci: Bringing his empathetic and soulful approach to curating unforgettable musical moments. Giuseppe Clemente: Creating an unforgettable atmosphere with his tandas, filled with energy, emotion, and the true soul of tango. Iv Manos: A world-renowned tango DJ, event organizer, and passionate dancer, Iv brings his unmistakable energy and deep musical knowledge to every dance floor he touches. And for the first time in Georgia and for Georgian Tango Encuentro Mehmet Lutfi Elmas will bring warmth, authenticity and musical depth to our milonga. Our exceptional team of DJs will ensure a magical atmosphere at every milonga. 📸 Our Visual Storytellers! 🎥 Every unforgettable moment at Georgian Tango Encuentro 2026 will be beautifully captured by exceptional artists, dancers and dear friends of our tango family - Alexey Sobolev and Zhansaya Kuanyshbayeva! With Aleksey and Zhansaya behind the camera, expect breathtaking memories that will last forever! 💫 Showrooms: Step into a world of tango elegance! Madame Pivot Tango Shoes: Renowned for their Italian craftsmanship, these exquisite shoes promise to elevate your tango experience, combining unparalleled comfort and style to keep you dancing with ease and confidence. Elisabed Clothing: A Georgian-based brand offering stunning, handcrafted tango attire that blends grace and sophistication, perfect for dancers who value both beauty and functionality. Cecilia Acosta Tango Clothes: Explore this Georgian brand’s unique designs, where passion for tango meets artistry, ensuring you shine on the dance floor. ✨ Additional Highlights If you’re arriving earlier or staying longer, we would love to have you join us for these special evenings - Pre milonga on Thursday, May 28th and After Party on Monday, June 1st. Both milongas will take place at Hotel Best Western Tbilisi City Center - Vasil Barnovi #92. (Contact host for more details). Discover Tbilisi: Beyond the magic of tango, discover the charm of Georgia, a country renowned for its world-class wine and exceptional cuisine. Immerse yourself in the warmth of Georgian hospitality, explore Tbilisi's stunning blend of history and modernity, and enjoy breathtaking sights and experiences that will make your journey unforgettable. Special Musicality Workshop with Giuseppe Clemente: For those who plan to arrive earlier on Wednesday, May 27th at 20:00 we will host a very interesting musicality workshop. This unique workshop is open to aspiring DJs, event organizers, dancers, and anyone who wants to explore the essence of tango music — from orchestras and history to how music creates the mood and atmosphere at a milonga. It is a unique opportunity to explore tango beyond the steps, to listen more consciously, and to connect more deeply with the music we dance to. (Contact host for more details). 🔸 Please note that the special Musicality Workshop (Wednesday, May 27), Pre-Party (Thursday, May 28), and After-Party (Monday, June 1) are part of the overall event program but are not included in the Encuentro pass. The Encuentro itself takes place over three main days (May 29–31). Registration is required only for the Encuentro, while these additional events can be attended separately. Accommodation: 🔸 There are plenty of hotels located close to the venue. In Georgia, platforms such as Booking.com and Airbnb.com are widely used, making it easy to find suitable accommodation nearby. Also Best Western Hotel Tbilisi City Center where pre and after party will be held is within walking distance (approximately 15 minutes). - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Georgian Tango Encuentro Agenda: 📌 May 27, Wednesday: 🕛 20:00 | Special Musicality Workshop with Giuseppe Clemente 💸 Price: 40 Gel 📍 Location: Tango Academy, 11a Giorgi Leonidze str. 3rd floor 📌 May 28, Thursday: 🕛 20:00 - 00:00 | Pre-Milonga TDj: Artem Oborin 💸 Price: 30 Gel 📍 Location: Hotel Best Western Tbilisi City Center - 92 Vasil Barnov Str. 📌 May 29, Friday: 🕛 12:00 – 14:00 | Tbilisi Walking Tour 📍 Meeting point: Liberty Square – Discover the charm of the old city before we dance the night away! 🕛 20:00 | Registration 🕛 21:00 - 03:00 | Opening Milonga TDj: Roberto Tucci Performance by: Ramiz Alizade & Mariam Rossa Batuhan Boy & Nida Inceoglu Boy 📍 Venue: Zurab Tsereteli Museum of Modern Art 📌 May 30, Saturday: 🕛 12:00 - 13:00 | Workshop #1 with Lucas & Naima: Topic: "Tools for dancing in small spaces" 🕛 13:00 - 14:00 | Workshop #2 with Sebastian Jimenez Topic: "The sweeping exit - Combine a turn with a barrida and sacada for the dance floor" 🕛15:00 - 19:00 | Day Milonga TDJ: Ilham I. Osmanov 🕛 21:00 - 03:00 | Night Milonga TDj: Giuseppe Clemente Performance by: Sebastian Jimenez & Ani Meskhi Naima Gerasopoulou & Lucas Gauto 📍 Venue: Zurab Tsereteli Museum of Modern Art 📌 May 31, Sunday: 🕛 12:00 - 13:00 | Workshop #3 with Sebastian Jimenez: Topic: "The intensity shift - Signal the orchestra's change by snapping from smooth walk into a sharp sequence of sacada, giro and barrida." 🕛 13:00 - 14:00 | Workshop #4 with Lucas & Naima Topic: "Sacadas technique in different systems" 🕛 15:00 - 19:00 | Day Milonga TDJ: Mehmet Lutfi Elmas 🕛 21:00 - 03:00 | Night Milonga TDj: Iv Manos Performance by: Levan Gomelauri & Cecilia Acosta Aliya Kuanysheva & Ogulcan Atasever 📍 Venue: Zurab Tsereteli Museum of Modern Art 📌 June 1st, Monday: 🕛 20:00 - 00:00 | After Party TDJ: Samuel Mann 💸 Price: 30 Gel 📍 Location: Hotel Best Western Tbilisi City Center - 92 Vasil Barnov Str. 📌Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1CGT8QxPQYrEQfKJlDRCeXbrYBhf1DgVAyCMtK9IoLWg/edit 📍 Venue of Encuentro 29 - 31 May, 2026 - Zurab Tsereteli Museum of Modern Art Address: Shota Rustaveli Ave. 27, Tbilisi, Georgia Get ready for a seamless flow of Tango magic from start to end! 🥂 See you in Tbilisi!