We have the top three picks for this Thursday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option.
PARTY:
FAM @ Fosfobox (Copacabana) – Get ready for a wild new party courtesy of FAM Creative Support.
This is a night for heavy beats and much more collaborative expression.
The team for tonight is as follows: DJ TAMY (Yolo Love Party), Puff Puff Bass, Jimmy Jay (Ademafia), Lossio (BRUK Brokenbeats), DJ Julio Rodrigues (AUR), Pivot (FAM Resident DJ)
Don Capuccino is featuring as the Master of Ceremony.
Plus there will be Tattoo Sweepstakes courtesy of Black Moon Studio, and state-of-the-art projections and visual arts which will take this night beyond your usual club experience.
Tickets are between R$10-$30 and the party should start at 11PM.
FAM @ Fosfobox – Rua Siqueira Campos, 143 – Copacabana
For more information, check the event page.
LIVE:
Chico Chico and João Mantuano @ JClub (Flamengo) – Chico Chico and João Mantuano have been accumulating songs and life experiences in their solo projects, in duos, trios and with bands.
Tonight the two will arrive with their guitars and a handful of songs. Through music they will tell the world their points of view, blending the genres of rock, samba, folk, blues, and many traditional Brazilian styles.
It is never certain what we will hear among their many compositions, the only certainty is that this will be an intimate and stimulating experience.
Tickets are between R$20-R$40 and the night begins at 9AM.
Chico Chico and João Mantuano – Praia do Flamengo, 340 – Flamengo
For more information, check the event page.
PARTY:
Amanhã Baile do Delacruz @ Ganjah Lapa (Lapa) – Delacruz brings his unique poetic stylings to Ganjah Lapa tonight.
Experience some of the Cidade Maravilhosa’s best rap, funk and reggae with live band and DJs, featuring Erik Skratch, Via Jah, and DJ Vilão.
There will also be a chance to get your photo with the featured artists, plus plenty of free prize giveaways!
Tickets are between R$20-R$30 and the party should get started at 10PM
Amanhã Baile do Delacruz – Rua do Rezende, 82 – Lapa
For more information, check the event page.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Lapa Irish Pub (Lapa)
If you want to hear some great live music while drinking some quality imported beers in a welcoming environment with a friendly crowd, this the place to go.
Lapa Irish Pub – 8PM
Rua Evaristo da Veiga, 147 – Lapa – Tel (21) 2221-7236
Entrance: R$10
Symposium Bistro (Laranjeiras)
Run by Uruguayan expat José Hodara, the bistro offers the best national and international labels, which can be accompanied by a selection of cheeses, sausages or a main dishes, like the majestic Uruguayan chorizo beef.
Canastra – 6:30 PM
Rua Ipiranga, 65 – Laranjeiras – (21) 2205-3122
Entrance: Free
Winehouse (Botafogo)
Winehouse is a wine bar run by a British expat that has brought an eclectic range of wines to Rio including a mix of fabulous national wines and international favorites. There is also a great selection of nibbles and cheese boards. For those that aren’t too keen on wine, there is plenty of beer and cocktail options too. Happy hour begins at 5PM and finishes at 8PM.
Winehouse – 5PM
Rua Paulo Barreto, 25 – Botafogo – Tel: (21) 3264-4101
Entrance: FREE
Pub Escondido (Copacabana)
Those into the pub atmosphere will also love Pub Escondido, a discrete venue with premium beer labels, modern design and a really cool vibe. The pub offers 24 different beer taps, which includes the house’s draught beer, Escondido Weiss, made of wheat.
Pub Escondido – 6PM
Rua Aires de Saldanha, 98 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2522-9800
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Blue Agave Ipanema is a great place for good Mexican food, drinks and live sports. It also has English-speaking staff and is a popular expat hangout. Be sure to check out Blue Agave in Copacabana also for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 9PM
Rua Vinicius de Moraes, 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-92717544-5151
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
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