We have top three picks for this Saturday, and below a list of bars that are always a good option.
CARNIVAL:
Tambores de Olokun (Aterro do Flamengo) – One of the most popular Carnival blocs among Carioca youngsters, Tambores do Olokun warms up for Carnival 2018, and the next rehearsal happens today, at Aterro do Flamengo.
Starting at 4PM, the bloco brings a repertoire dedicated to Afro Brazilian rhythms, specially Maracatu, from Pernambuco (Brazil’s Northeast).
Aterro do Flamengo (in front of Bar Belmonte) – Flamengo
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MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
The “roda de samba” will entertain the audience with the best classic and contemporary samba songs.
Samba do Ouvidor – Rua do Mercado, 23 – Centro
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PARTY:
Full Moon Palaphita (Gávea) – Tonight, Palaphita Gávea hosts the Full Moon party, at 9PM.
DJs Bruna Lennon, Rodrigo Ribeiro, ETTO and CAIN will be spinning the hottest hits until late hours. Glitter and neon paint will be distributed on the floor.
Palaphita Gávea – Avenida Bartholomeu Mitre, 1314 – Gávea
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LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Pavão Azul (Copacabana)
Pavão Azul is a lively bar in Copacabana, famous for its exceptionally cold beers and prawn pastels. It gets crowded there every night, making every day of the week seem like the weekend.
Pavão Azul – 6:30 PM – 1AM
Rua Hilário de Gouvêia, 71 – Copacabana – (21) 2236-2381
Entrance: FREE
Shenanigan’s (Ipanema)
With classic pub games like darts and pool, Ipanema’s Shenanigan’s is always a great spot to visit. Happy Hour is dose dupla (two for one) on Thursdays 6PM-8PM.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – 6PM
Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 122A (Upstairs) – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2267-5860
Entrance: See venue for details.
Canastra Bar (Ipanema)
The Canastra Wine Bar in Ipanema offers a wide choice of wines and cheeses and is quickly becoming known for its trendy atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM – 1AM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: See venue for details
Academia da Cachaça (Leblon)
For all things cachaça go here; it’s their specialty. They offer great caipifrutas and caipirinhas in a relaxed, trendy setting.
Academia da Cachaça – 9PM
R. Conde Bernadotte 26, Leblon – Tel: (21) 2239-1542
Entrance: Free
Yndú Lounge (Leblon)
With chilled out vibes during the week and a selection of top DJs playing shows at the weekends, the newly-opened Yndú Lounge in Ipanema is a great option to kick back. With a selection of drinks and tapas, the bar is quickly becoming one of Leblon’s best watering holes.
Yndú Lounge – 6PM
Rua Ataulfo de Paiva, 1321 – Leblon – Tel: (21) 3083-6486
Entrance: FREE
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