A three-day international tango event is coming to Esquimalt’s da Vinci Centre this Friday, April 10th to Sunday, April 12th.
The Island Embrace Tango Marathon is a non-competitive event welcoming over 200 dancers from around the world, ranging in age from 25 to 90-years-old.
The event celebrates Argentine tango, known for its musicality, emotional expression and connections it fostsers—both off and on the dance floor.
“Beyond the dancing, this event is about the connection between people, cultures and communities,” say organizers Ingrid Love, Rasanga Weerasinghe and Kathryn Stone.
“We’re excited to welcome the world to Victoria while also opening the doors for local residents to experience tango firsthand.”
Island Embrace also offers a “Taste of the Tango” program, perfect for dancers of all skill levels.
On Sunday, April 12th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Jorge Olguin will lead a one-hour introductory lesson covering tango basics and etiquette—no partner required.
Following the lesson, attendees can enjoy an afternoon milonga with snacks from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The full marathon includes Chacarera workshops, five milongas (Argentine tango social events) featuring snacks, tango poetry projects, brunches and more—promising an unforgettable weekend of dance, culture and connection.
Registration is open at $195 per person with a brunch add-on available for $20. Learn more about the event and registration here.
Island Embrace Tango Marathon
- Where: da Vinci Centre, 195 Bay Street
- When: Friday, April 10th to Sunday, April 12th – various times
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