Sunday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – Today and tonight La Paz in Centro will host the fifth and final day of its two-year anniversary celebrations.
Since its opening La Paz has hosted numerous events including the popular DOOM party, the NAVE party, Junkie Sessions and the recent return of the Zoeira party.
Beginning at 2PM today and continuing through 11PM tonight, the venue will present a Coro Come featuring DJs spinning vinyl, quadrinhos (dancing), food and live music.
Entry will be free throughout the event.
LIVE:
BR 3 + 1 (Botafogo)
Tonight BR 3 + 1 will perform live at Audio Rebel in Botafogo. The group consists of vocalist and keyboardist Jorjão Barreto, drummer Paulinho Black, and vocalist, trombonist and percussionist Darcy. All three are former member of the band Black Rio and for BR3 + 1 they are joined by vocalist and bassist Alberto Continentino.
Audio Rebel – 8PM
Visconde de Silva 55, Botafogo– Tel: (21) 3435-2692
Entrance: R$20
El Miraculoso Samba Jazz (Urca)
Weather permitting, the group El Miraculoso Samba Jazz will perform live at Urca’s Praia Vermelha today. Consisting of Henrique Vaz on trumpet; Marcos Luz on bass; Gabriel Barbosa on drums; and Jefferson Moreira on guitar, the quartet are known for great live performances. Before attending, make sure to check their Facebook page (link below) for postponement notices due to rain.
El Miraculoso Samba Jazz – 4PM
Rua Gomes Carneiro, 132, Ipanema – (21) 2522-8149 / (21) 98899-0828
Entrance: FREE
CLUBS:
Sundae Tracks (Botafogo)
The fourth and final Sundae Tracks party of the season will take place at Casa da Matriz in Botafogo tonight. DJ Melvin will spin on the first floor and special guest DJ, SAL will spin on the second floor during the night. Promotions will include two and two-for-one Cuba Libre all night long.
Casa da Matriz – 11PM
Rua Henrique de Novaes 107, Botafogo – Tel: (21) 2226-9691 / (21) 2266-1014
Entrance: R$18 – R$35
Duo (Gávea)
It’s time once again for the best of house, electro, and pop as the twelve-hour Duo party returns to Gávea’s chic 00 (Zero Zero) club. DJ Voight will start the party around 5PM by spinning on the deck and DJs Sabrinia, Tomé, Rafael Calvente, and Tatha Toscano will follow, spinning inside throughtout the night until 5AM Monday morning.
00 (Zero Zero) – 5PM
Av. Padre Leonel Franca 240, Gávea – Tel: (21) 2540-8041
Entrance: Free from 5PM to 8PM, R$20 – R$40 after 8PM.
La Paz – 2 Anos (Centro)
La Paz in Centro will present a Coro Come featuring DJs spinning vinyl, quadrinhos (dancing), food and live music today and tonight as part of the fifth and final day of its two-year anniversary celebrations. Entry will be free throughout the event.
La Paz – 2PM -11PM
Rua do Rezende 82, Centro – Tel: (21) 2509-2403
Entrance: FREE
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Roda de Samba and Football with Ballet 2 Passistas (Football) (Lapa)
Sundays are all about samba and soccer at Lapa’s Leviano bar. Every week beginning at 5PM the venue plays live games on their screens with a live performance following the matches. Tonight the group Samba Di Buteco will play classic samba including works by Arlindo Cruz, Zeca Pagodinho and João Nogueira, among others. Additionally, DJ Mukato will spin during show intervals.
Leviano – 5PM
Mem de Sá 47, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2507-5779
Entrance: R$10-R$20 (Cash Only)
Rogê (Lapa)
It’s time to dance as singer-songwriter Rogê returns for his weekly show at Lapa’s Carioca de Gema. The lively performer will present his own compositions as well as covers of works by Jorge, Djavan, and Jorge Benjor, among others.
Carioca da Gema – 9PM
Av. Mem de Sá 79, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2221-0043
Entrance: R$23
PUBS & BARS:
Arpex Party (Ipanema)
The Arpex Party returns to Barzin Bar and Restaurant in Ipanema tonight with DJ Daniel Faria spinning funk, house, hip hop and reggaeton and saxophonist Marcelo Cebukin performing live. Additionally caipivodkas will be free until 12AM.
Barzin – 11PM
Rua Vinícius de Moraes 75, Ipanema
Entrance: R$30 – R$50
Sambombom @ OMG Lounge (Leblon)
On Sunday nights, OMG Lounge in Leblon is hosting the Sambombom party, a lively a roda da samba that is a great way to end your weekend. Promotions include two caipirinhas for R$25.50. Opened in March, the OMG Lounge has been attracting both locals and tourists alike. In addition to offering an intimate atmosphere and new varieties of food and drinks, the venue is hosting events on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.
OMG Lounge – 6PM – 12AM
Avenida Ataulfo de Paiva, 1321, Leblon – Tel:(21) 3083-6486
Entrance: See venue for more information.
Speed Rock @ Saloon 79 (Botafogo)
Tonight Saloon 79 in Botafogo will present the Speed Rock event with bands Helga, Fogo Após Fogo, and Atomic Winter performing live. Additionally during the night, welcome shots of Santa Dose will be distributed and promotions will include two-for-one specials on Cuba Libre and Hi-Fi.
Saloon 79 – House will open at 7PM and shows will begin at 8PM.
Rua Pinheiro Guimarães 79, Botafogo – Tel: (21) 7544-5151
Entrance: R$10 – R$15
Shenanigan’s (Ipanema)
With classic pub games like darts and pool, Ipanema’s Shenanigan’s is always a great spot to visit. Every Sunday, promotions include two for one Sol beer, caipirinha and caipivodka. Pizza Pub is also only R$10.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – 4PM
Rua Visconde de Pirajá 122A (Upstairs), Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2267-5860
Entrance: See venue for details.
Bar Urca (Urca)
If you have never been to Bar Urca on a Sunday afternoon to drink beers and eat salgados while watching the sunset, you are missing a big part of what it means to be a Carioca. This simple establishment on the bayside has been a hit since 1939.
Bar Urca – 11AM
Rua Cândido Gaffrée 205, Urca – Tel: (21) 2295-8744
Entrance: Free
Gringo Cafe (Ipanema)
The Gringo Cafe brings all things great about America to Ipanema, including beers, food and atmosphere. Go there to enjoy waffles, pancakes, BBQ, real bagels, sliders, great cakes and more.
Gringo Cafe – 11AM
Rua Barão da Torre 240 Loja A, Ipanema- Tel: (21) 3813-3972
Entrance: Free
Mab’s Restaurant and Bar (Copacabana)
This American-owned restaurant and bar on Copacabana Beach is a great place for food, drinks and entertainment. Every night, Tony Boka is performing live from 8PM until 1AM. Boka is known for his varied repertoire that always pleases the crowd.
Restaurante Mab’s –Monday-Thursday 8AM-2AM, Friday-Saturday 24 hours
Avenida Atlantica 1140, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2275-7299
Entrance: Free
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