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Tango at Ventnor Fringe

Sunday afternoon social tango at Mushi At The Rex in Ventnor, with traditional Argentine music and room to dance or watch with a drink.

Presented by Mark Hopwood

Ventnor Fringe brings an unhurried slice of Buenos Aires to Mushi At The Rex on Church Street. Mark Hopwood hosts a Sunday session where the furniture moves back and the floor opens for social tango to traditional Argentine music. You can join in if you dance, or settle in with a drink and watch the pairs work the room.

That mix suits Ventnor rather well. The restaurant looks over the town and the sea, so the afternoon has a holiday feel without turning into a formal performance. If you have been to tango socials elsewhere, expect the same courteous rotation of partners rather than a staged show. If you are new to it, the listing makes clear that spectators are welcome, which lowers the awkwardness of walking in alone.

Pricing is not listed on the Facebook event, so check with the organiser if that matters before you travel. It sits naturally with arts and craft happenings on the Isle of Wight, especially during Ventnor Fringe when the town fills with small, specific events. Pair it with a stroll along the esplanade afterwards if the weather holds, or duck into one of the Old Village lanes if the sea mist rolls in.

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