Tango en Velay
Argentine Tango Festival in Haute-Loire
About Tango en Velay
Argentine Tango at the Heart of Velay
The Tango en Velay festival was born from the passion of the association Tango Volcanique du Velay, founded in 2009 in Saint-Germain-Laprade by Yves Bernadac, Éric Bourret, Claire Valette, and Josiane Jamon. Since its creation, the association has brought together over 350 dancers around Argentine tango, offering weekly classes, monthly practices, and workshops with maestros from Argentina and Uruguay. The Tango en Velay festival embodies the culmination of this associative dynamic, offering an annual major event in Brives-Charensac, near Le Puy-en-Velay.
Three Days of Dance and Live Music
Each edition of Tango en Velay unfolds over a September weekend, transforming Brives-Charensac into the true capital of Argentine tango in Auvergne. The program revolves around milongas — those emblematic tango dances — spread across festive evenings and afternoon dances. Live music plays a central role, with internationally renowned tango orchestras such as the Ensemble Hyperion, a group founded in 1992 with over 1,200 concerts across four continents and eleven albums to its credit. The young musicians of the Orchestre des Ateliers des Arts from the Puy-en-Velay conservatory bring freshness and virtuosity to tango classics.
A Festival Open to All
One of Tango en Velay's strengths lies in its openness to all levels: whether you are a beginner discovering your first steps or an experienced tanguero, alone or in a couple, everyone is invited to share the unique energy of the milongas. Thematic workshops allow for the exploration of different facets of tango, such as rhythm workshops led by professional percussionists. Invited DJs — specialists in Argentine tango — ensure a carefully curated musical selection throughout the weekend.
Argentine Atmosphere and Velay Conviviality
Beyond dancing, Tango en Velay cultivates a friendly and warm atmosphere that reflects the values of solidarity and sharing championed by the association. A food truck is present on Saturday evening, a brunch is offered on Sunday morning, and stands selling tango shoes and Argentine products (music, yerba mate, crafts) accompany festival-goers throughout the weekend. The event takes place in two emblematic venues in Brives-Charensac: the Smart Cabaret for the opening milonga on Friday, and the Maison Pour Tous for all activities on Saturday and Sunday, offering a spacious and elegant setting in the heart of the town.
Tango en Velay — edition 2026
Second edition of the Tango en Velay festival in Brives-Charensac, on September 25, 26 and 27, 2026. A weekend of Argentine tango with milongas, the live orchestra Orquesta Típica Andariega, musicality workshops led by Carole Domeignoz, and a friendly brunch, at Maison Pour Tous and Smart Cabaret.
Second Edition: Tango en Velay Returns in September 2026
After the success of its first edition in 2025 (over 250 participants), the Tango en Velay festival returns for its second edition on September 25, 26 and 27, 2026 in Brives-Charensac. Organized by the Tango Volcanique du Velay association, this Argentine tango weekend combines milongas, live music, musicality workshops, and conviviality within the warm setting of Maison Pour Tous and Smart Cabaret.
The Guest Orchestra 2026: Orquesta Típica Andariega
The highlight of this edition is Saturday evening's milonga, animated live by Orquesta Típica Andariega, an internationally renowned tango orchestra. The musicality workshops on Saturday morning and Sunday morning are led by Carole Domeignoz, and Friday evening's opening milonga at Smart Cabaret is free and open to all.
Programme Tango en Velay 2026
Friday, September 25, 2026 — Smart Cabaret
- 21h00 – 1h00 — Opening Milonga (free entry)
Saturday, September 26, 2026 — Maison Pour Tous
- Morning — Musicality Workshop with Carole Domeignoz
- 14h00 – 18h00 — Afternoon Milonga
- 21h00 – 2h00 — Grand Evening Milonga with the live orchestra Orquesta Típica Andariega
Sunday, September 27, 2026 — Maison Pour Tous
- 10h00 – 12h30 — Musicality Workshop and Brunch
- 14h00 – 18h00 — Closing Milonga
Highlights Tango en Velay 2026
- Free opening milonga on Friday evening at Smart Cabaret
- Live orchestra Orquesta Típica Andariega on Saturday evening
- Musicality workshops with Carole Domeignoz
- Friendly brunch on Sunday morning
Prices Tango en Velay 2026
Practical information — Tango en Velay
Practical Information
Locations
- Maison Pour Tous: 1 route de Coubon, 43700 Brives-Charensac (Saturday and Sunday)
- Smart Cabaret: 58 avenue Charles Dupuy, 43700 Brives-Charensac (Friday evening)
Access
By car: Brives-Charensac is located 3 km from the centre of Le Puy-en-Velay. Free parking available near both locations.
By train: Le Puy-en-Velay SNCF station (TER lines from Clermont-Ferrand, Saint-Étienne or Lyon), then about 5 minutes by car to Smart Cabaret.
Prices (2026 edition)
- Weekend Pass (all milongas + workshops): 75 €
- Saturday Pass: 50 €
- Sunday Pass: 40 €
- Saturday evening ticket (with orchestra): 25 €
- Friday opening milonga: free
Ticketing
Online sales on HelloAsso. Tickets are refundable up to 10 days before the event.
Catering
Food truck present on Saturday evening. Brunch offered on Sunday morning. Several restaurants near both locations.
Stalls
Tango shoe stall and Argentine product stall (music, yerba maté, crafts) present all weekend.
Accommodation
Hotels, B&Bs and holiday rentals available in Brives-Charensac and Le Puy-en-Velay. Motorhome area a few minutes from the festival venues. Information from Le Puy-en-Velay tourist office.
Contact
Website: tangovolcaniqueduvelay.fr
Email: [email protected]
Maison Pour Tous Phone: 04 71 02 45 69
Facebook: facebook.com/tangoVelay
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Where does it take place — Tango en Velay
Maison Pour Tous de Brives-Charensac
1 route de Coubon, 43700 Brives-Charensac