Friday Milonga, February 13, 2026
8:30PM to 12:30AM – “Welcome Milonga” with DJ Eduardo Goytia from New York and LIVE! music.
(Check our DJ bio here!)
Dress code: Social dance attire. Dance shoes, suede or leather soles natural color (no sticky black soles, that leave scuff marks, and may cause injuries, even if it is a dance shoe you bought in Buenos Aires).

Come early on Friday and enjoy the Tribute to my Tango Showcases.

Saturday Milonga, February 14, 2026
9:00PM to 1:30AM – DCTW “Formal” Milonga with Trifilio Tango.
Dress code: Men, suit and tie (tuxedo is optional) Women, cocktail dress. Valentine’s Day is the theme, so wearing  red is encouraged. Dance shoes, suede or leather soles natural color (no sticky black soles, that leave scuff marks, and may cause injuries, even if it is a dance shoe you bought in Buenos Aires)

9:00 PM – Tandas (Best of Golden Era & More…) with guest DJ Eduardo Goytia (Bio here!)
10:30PM – LIVE! Music presented by “TRIFILIO TRIO” . More information about Trifilio Trio? Click Here!

Phot credit:Eddie Arrosi

11:30PM – DCTW Professional Show with Tango Masters
(to see DCTW Tango Pros Click Here!)
Midnight – Tandas with guest DJ Eduardo Goytia
01:30AM – Last dance

Location: All events will take place at Forever Dancing Ballroom with easy access and free ample parking. 5818 Seminary Rd., suite B, Falls Church, VA, 22041

Here Are Some Basic Milonga Etiquette:

Prior to the dance.
Tango begins with respect — for yourself, your partner, and the dance.
A fresh embrace, a clean scent, and a touch of care make every connection sweeter. Perfume can accent a moment, but kindness and freshness make it memorable.
Dress with Elegance
Tango is poetry in motion — dress for the story you wish to tell.
Let your clothes move with grace, and your shoes carry you lightly, ready to turn and glide in harmony.
Inviting the Dance
An invitation can be silent — a cabeceo with a glance, a smile, a spark.
Accept or decline with grace. In tango, every meeting on the floor is a gift freely given, never an obligation.
On the Dance Floor
Step onto the floor with care, joining the flow of dancers as if entering a whispered conversation.
Those already dancing have the right of way; move with awareness, patience, and presence.
Tango is elegance, courtesy, and heart — where every embrace begins with respect.
During The Dance
The dance is a dialogue of respect. Accepting a dance is a promise to share the song.
Dancing several songs with the same partner is common; in Argentina, saying thank you means you wish to end the dance. If live music is playing, always honor the musicians with applause.
Connection and Courtesy
Tango is built on trust. Close embrace is a choice, not a rule — always respect your partner’s comfort.
Let silence and movement speak; never teach or correct on the floor.
Flow and Awareness
The dance travels counterclockwise — move with care and respect others’ space.
In crowded floors, dance smaller, gentler, wiser.
Honor your partner’s style and level — tango is shared grace.
After The Dance.
The leader always escorts the follower off the dance floor after the dance, dancers extend their gratitude and walk away gracefully. Dancing is not a favor you do for someone. The proper response to “thank you” after a dance is “thank you,” not “you’re welcome.”