6TH PÉCS INTERNATIONAL TANGO FESTIVAL
18–20 September 2026 | Pécs, Hungary
For three days, Argentine tango will take centre stage in Pécs.
Dancers and visitors are invited to enjoy workshops, an amateur tango competition, concerts, dance performances, a tango fashion show, a tango dance theatre production, a grand Tango Ball and an open-air Tango Picnic.
All festival programmes are free of charge, with the exception of the workshops and the Tango Ball.
FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2026
17:00–18:50
ARGENTINE TANGO WORKSHOP – CONNECTION AND EMBRACE
Venue: Boldogság Háza, Pécs
Teachers: Franz Alvaro Bravo and Serbán Andrea
The workshop focuses on one of the most important foundations of Argentine tango: connection.
Through the embrace, the relationship between leading and following, and the awareness of the shared axis, participants can explore how movement becomes a genuine dialogue between two people.
Recommended level: from beginners with basic tango experience to advanced dancers
Duration: 2 × 50 minutes
Participation fee: HUF 8,000 per person – payable in cash on site.
19:00–22:00
MILONGA BIENVENIDA
Venue: Boldogság Háza, Pécs
DJ: Bartha Kata
A friendly and relaxed tango evening where competitors, performers, guests and tango lovers can meet, dance together and get into the spirit of the festival weekend.
Admission is free.
SATURDAY, 19 SEPTEMBER 2026
10:00–11:50
ARGENTINE TANGO WORKSHOP – MUSICALITY AND ELEGANT FLOORCRAFT
Venue: Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, E78 Building – Panorama Room
Teachers: Franz Alvaro Bravo and Serbán Andrea
The workshop focuses on the musical world of tango, the perception of rhythm and the elegant, conscious use of the dance floor.
Recommended level: from beginners with basic tango experience to advanced dancers
Duration: 2 × 50 minutes
Participation fee: HUF 8,000 per person – payable in cash on site.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON PROGRAMME
Venue: Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, E78 Building – Theatre Hall
14:00–14:15
OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE 6TH PÉCS INTERNATIONAL TANGO FESTIVAL
Host: Dr Beatrix Bánkyné Perjés
14:15–14:20
OPENING DANCE OF THE FESTIVAL
Performed by the Argentine Tango Dance Theatre.
From 14:20
2ND PÉCS AMATEUR ARGENTINE TANGO COMPETITION – SEMI-FINAL
Depending on the number of entries, the semi-final will be held in one or two rondas.
15:00–15:30
CONCERT BY TAMÁS KÉMÉNDI
Tamás Kéméndi is one of Pécs's best-known and most popular accordionists. During this special concert, he will invite the audience into the colourful musical world of Argentine tango.
From 15:30
2ND PÉCS AMATEUR ARGENTINE TANGO COMPETITION – FINAL
16:00–16:30
MILONGA ELEGANCIA – TANGO FASHION SHOW
Featuring:
Glow Tango Fashion – women's tango clothing by Éva Komka
Handcrafted men's tango clothing by Gyula Szabó
The featured clothing will be available to view, try on and purchase on Saturday between 15:00 and 18:00, as well as during the evening Tango Ball.
CUSTOM-MADE MONO TANGO SHOES – MEASURING AND ORDERS
Visitors will have the opportunity to order personalised MONO tango shoes from Dávid Murvai, made according to individual foot measurements.
16:35–16:45
AWARD CEREMONY
In addition to the decision of the professional jury, members of the audience will also be able to vote for their favourite couple.
16:45–17:05
COLORES DE TANGO – THE COLOURS OF TANGO
László Budai and Maya Hegyi – tango nuevo
Endre Szeghalmi and his surprise guest – vals
Dávid Murvai and Sziszi Murvai – milonga
Franz Alvaro Bravo and Andrea Serbán – tango
17:10–18:10
LIVE-MUSIC MILONGA WITH TANGO HARMONY BUDAPEST
Members of the ensemble:
Katalin Bartha – violin
György Lázár – piano and vocals
Péter Bartha – bandoneon
Gábor Piukovics – double bass
18:15–18:45
FREE INTRODUCTORY TANGO CLASS WITH TANGOLIORA PÉCS
Venue: cloakroom area of the E78 Building
A short and playful introduction to the world of Argentine tango.
No previous dance experience is required.
19:00–20:00
LÉTEZÉS – EXISTENCE
Venue: Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, E78 Building – Theatre Hall
A free performance by the Argentine Tango Dance Theatre
Létezés – Existence is a tango dance theatre production that follows the journey of human life, from the powerful momentum of youth to the quiet understanding of old age.
Through the embrace of tango and the deep connection between body and soul, it explores experiences shared by us all: searching, meeting, separation and understanding.
Director and choreographer: László Budai
21:30–03:00
TANGO BALL – ELEGANCE, LIGHT AND TOGETHERNESS
Venue: Zsolnay Cultural Quarter – E78 – Concert Hall
DJ: Dávid Murvai
On Saturday evening, the 6th Pécs International Tango Festival invites you to a special Tango Ball.
The evening will open with a shared tanda danced by the participants of the 2nd Pécs Argentine Tango Competition, followed later by a presentation of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed couples.
AT MIDNIGHT – CANDLELIGHT VALS, THE DANCE OF TOGETHERNESS
One of the most intimate moments of the evening, when many small lights come together to create one shared glow.
Online advance ticket: HUF 7,000 per person
Ticket purchased at the venue: HUF 10,000 per person
Full Tango Ball details are available on the "Tango Ball & Tickets" page.
SUNDAY, 20 SEPTEMBER 2026
TANGO PICNIC AT THE TETTYE RUINS
Venue: Tettye Ruins, Pécs
Rain venue: Boldogság Háza
10:30
WELCOME GATHERING WITH THE PÉCS TANGO COMMUNITY
DJ: Sziszi Murvai
11:00–18:00
TANGO PICNIC
The romantic surroundings and open-air stage of the Tettye Ruins provide a unique setting for the closing programme of the festival.
Dancing, music, encounters and the warm hospitality of the Pécs tango community await everyone who would like to conclude the three-day celebration with a relaxed and friendly picnic.
Admission to the Tango Picnic is free.
The organisers reserve the right to make changes to the programme.