About us
Crossroads Tango Marathon began as a community project in 2017 under the name Ljubljana Tango Crossroadsand, made its comeback in 2024 as a marathon uniting organizers of various tango events in Ljubljana. In 2026 second edition took place. Over these years, “Crossroads” has grown into what truly defines us — a meeting point of dancers, cultures, and connections. It’s the essence of what we create together and what keeps bringing us back to the dance floor. We are therefore continuing with preparation to our third marathon edition under the name Crossroads Tango Marathon.
Our marathon is a role balanced event that hosts up to 250 experienced tango dancers. We welcome dancers who enjoy embrace, have a deep appreciation for tango music, show respect for their fellow dancers and wish to cross new tango paths.
Join us in creating new crossroads together!
Your Crossroads Tango Marathon team
The Navigators
Jerneja Judež, Kristina Pahor, Barbara Dovjak Petrinić, Amanda Saksida
The Atmosphere Maker
Pia Tacar
The Boiler Crew
Andrej Banov, Žiga Celar, Frane Ciperle and Žan Tršinar.
Venue
LJUBLJANA PUPPET THEATRE
Krekov Trg 2, Ljubljana, entrance at the tunnel, 3rd floor.
MAP
The Stage under the Stars at the Puppet Theatre of Ljubljana is a unique venue located in the city centre. This hall occupies the top floor of a 19th-century building that originally served as the home of Ljubljana’s firefighters. Today, two cultural institutions share its roof — the Šentjakob Theatre and the Puppet Theatre of Ljubljana.
Equipped with professional lighting and sound, it perfectly captures the magic of tango music, while the smooth wooden floor keeps our feet gliding effortlessly all night long.
Programme
THURSDAY
8th of April 2027
20.30 – 1.00
Welcome Milonga (open milonga)
FRIDAY
9th of April 2027
16.00 – 21.00
Afternoon Milonga
21.00 – Time for a power SOUP
21.00 – 2.00
Night Milonga
SATURDAY
10th of April 2027
15.00 – 20.00
Afternoon Milonga
22.00 – 3.00
Night Milonga
SUNDAY
11th of April 2027
11.30-13.00 Time for an amazing BRUNCH
13.00 – 18.00
Afternoon Milonga
18.00 – 23.00
Farewell Milonga
*Programme can be subject to change.
During the event, we will pamper you with beverages, snacks, traditional Slovenian and Balkan delicacies, a hearty Friday power soup, and an unforgettable Sunday brunch.
A bar will also be available on the premises to accommodate your needs.
Meet our DJs and a photographer
Galleries
Tango Bazaar
Do you have beautiful tango clothes or shoes that you no longer wear? Or are you looking to refresh your tango wardrobe?
Throughout the weekend, Friday–Sunday, we’ll be hosting a second-hand tango clothes & shoes exchange.
We’ll provide the space, hangers, shelves, and a simple system that makes it easy to give your pre-loved items a new home—while still leaving you plenty of time to dance! Our helpers will be around throughout the weekend to assist you, answer questions, and help keep everything organized.
INFOPACK
How to get to Ljubljana?
By plane
Ljubljana lies halfway between Vienna and Venice, at the crossroads of different cultures, geographical regions, and historical developments. Its location – within a convenient two-hour flight from almost all major European airports makes it an easily accessible destination.
AMSTERDAM: direct flights by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
ATHENS: direct flights by Aegan Airlines
BARCELONA: direct flights by Vueling Airlines
BELGRADE: direct flights by Air Serbia
BRUSSELS: direct flights by Brussels Air
COPENHAGEN: direct flights by Norwegian Airlines
EDINBURGH: direct flights by EasyJet
FRANKFURT: direct flights by Lufthansa
HELSINKI: direct flights by Finnair
LONDON: direct flights by EasyJet and British Airwys
LUXEMBOURG: direct flights by Luxair
MADRID: direct flights by Iberia
MANCHESTER: direct flights by EasyJet
MUNICH: direct flights by Lufthansa
PARIS: direct flights by Air France and Transavia
RIGA: direct flights by Air Baltic
SKOPJE: direct flights by Wizz Air
WARSAW: direct flights by LOT
ZURICH: direct flights by Swiss International Air Lines
ISTANBUL: direct flights by Turkish Airlines
Ljubljana is also close to several other airports served by various budget airlines such as Trieste (130 km), Venice (230 km), Klagenfurt (85 km), Graz (187 km), Zagreb (140 km).
By train
Traveling with train can be an interesting experience. Not the fastest one though…
The Ljubljana Railway Station is Slovenia’s main railway station. It connects Ljubljana to Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Prague, Vienna, Graz, Budapest, Zagreb, and Belgrade.
Tip: ask your friends in Slovenia to buy the ticket at Ljubljana’s railway station and send it by post - it can be much cheaper ;)
More info: https://potniski.sz.si/en/
By bus
The Ljubljana Bus Station has regular services to all Slovenia’s neighbouring countries. European cities served by direct bus routes from Ljubljana: Trieste, Venice (Mestre, Marco Polo Airport), Florence, Milan, Klagenfurt, Vienna, Munich, Dortmund, Paris, Budapest, Zagreb, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Niš, Sofia…
More info: https://www.ap-ljubljana.si/en, https://www.flixbus.co.uk/
By Shuttle
From the airports and main cities in Italy, Austria and Croatia there is a very good shuttle service called Goopti. We recommend to book it at least a month or more in advance.
More info: https://www.goopti.com/en/
By car
Ljubljana is located at the crossroads of Slovenia’s most important road routes. Motorway access from any of the neighbouring countries is very easy. Please note road tax vignette must be purchased for the use of Slovenian motorways, including the Ljubljana bypass. The roads where the vignette is required are marked by special vignette signs. Vignettes can be purchased at petrol stations located in the border areas of Slovenia’s neighbouring countries or online (https://evinjeta.dars.si/en).
Accomodation
There is a variety of different accommodations available in Ljubljana via Booking and Airbnb, however we suggest to book soon enough. The hotels in the city centre of Ljubljana are usually cheaper when booking directly through their pages not via Booking or other platforms.
𝐁&𝐁 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 𝐋𝐣𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐣𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤****
700 m from the venue, best price performance, 10 % discount with promotion code that you receive together with the confirmation. Nice rooms, lots of natural light, good mattresses, basic continental breakfast. The prices change so the sooner you make the reservation the cheaper it will be.
Webpage: https://www.hotel-bb.com/en/hotel/ljubljana-park
𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧****
Legendary hotel next to the Prešern Square and the three bridges just 550 m from the venue.
Webpage: https://www.eurostarshotels.co.uk/grand-hotel-union...
𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 𝐋𝐣𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐣𝐚𝐧𝐚****
600 m from the venue. Great service and amazing breakfast.
Webpage: https://www.cityhotel.si/
𝐈𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐣𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐣𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞
A good option in the city centre, close to the central bus and train station, 850 m from the venue
Webpage: https://www.ibisstylesljubljana.com/rooms?gad_source=1...
Terms and Conditions
Your registration is personal and non-transferable.
Crossroads Tango Marathon is a private, role-balanced event. The principle of “first come, first served” does not apply. We reserve the right to decide which applicants are accepted, taking into consideration the overall composition of the event, including the leader/follower balance and the experience of the participants. We are not obliged to disclose the reasons for acceptance or non-acceptance.
Registration is possible only through the official registration form. Each participant must register individually using their real name and a valid email address. If you wish to attend with a partner, please indicate this in the registration form. Your partner must also register separately.
Submitting the registration form does not guarantee acceptance. Your participation is confirmed only after you receive a confirmation email and the required payment has been received.
The participation fee and payment deadline will be communicated to accepted participants. All bank charges are the responsibility of the participant.
No substitutions are allowed. Participation fees are non-refundable in case of cancellation by the participant. Travel, accommodation and other personal expenses are not included in the participation fee and remain the participant’s responsibility.
Participants must indicate any food allergies or dietary restrictions in the registration form. Allergens will be indicated where applicable. Participants are responsible for informing themselves about the food they consume, and the organizers cannot guarantee the absence of allergens or accept liability for allergic reactions or other consequences related to food consumption.
We reserve the right to change the programme, schedule or other event details when necessary.
We reserve the right to deny entry or require a participant to leave the event in case of violation of these Terms and Conditions, inappropriate, disruptive, dangerous or harassing behaviour, serious intoxication, or violation of applicable law. No refund will be provided in such cases. Participants are responsible for any damage they cause to the venue or to other persons or their property.
We cannot be held responsible for loss, theft or damage to unattended personal belongings.
Photography and video recording may take place during the event. By registering, you expressly consent to being photographed and/or recorded and to the use of such material for the documentation and promotion of the event, including on our website, social media and other promotional channels.
Personal data provided during registration will be processed for the purposes of organizing and administering the event in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the GDPR.
In case we need to cancel the event, participants will be informed about the applicable refund arrangements. We cannot assume liability for travel, accommodation or other personal costs resulting from the cancellation.
Slovenian law applies to these Terms and Conditions.
By submitting your registration, you accept these Terms and Conditions.
If you have any questions, please contact us at ljubljanatangocrossroads@gmail.com.