We have the top three picks for this Saturday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option.
PARTY:
BATEKOO @ Clube dos Democráticos (Lapa) – This is the last Batekoo of the year in Rio de Janeiro which will coincide with the release of the documentary ‘Inspire The Night: BATEKOO,’ produced by Red Bull TV.
Created in 2014 in Salvador, BATEKOO became a manifesto for the black movement and LGBTQIA, mainly among young people who live in the peripheries and who see these events as a safe place to express their identities. The party conquered cities such as Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Belo Horizonte, specializing in genres that were born from black and other peripheral cultures, such as hip-hop, trap, kuduro, dancehall and funk.
There will be DJ sets courtesy of Glau Tavares, Polyvox, BBDANI, Dj Girl and Fresh Prince da Bahia.
Tickets are between R$10-R$25 and the night will kick off at 11PM.
BATEKOO – Rua do Riachuelo, 91 – Lapa
For more information, head to the event page.
LIVE:
Samba da Ouvidor @ Rua do Mercado (Centro) – This Saturday, on the corner of Rua do Ouvidor with Rua do Mercado, the live spectacle of Samba da Ouvidor will be celebrating the 11 years of samba!
Come down to this free event and revel in some of the best samba in the city, at one of the greatest gatherings sure to bring the party spirit to the center of Rio de Janeiro.
The music should begin at around 5PM.
Samba da Ouvidor – Rua do Mercado 23 – Centro
For more information, go to the event page.
PARTY:
Meu Carna é Funk @ Casa da Matriz (Botafogo) – Casa da Matriz invites one of the wildest Carnival blocos to take over the dancefloor for the night, Meu Carna é Funk!
Plus there is an open bar with heineken, gin and tonic, caipirinhas, plus Czech chopp beer! Also, on the second floor they will have karaoke, as well as a foam machine for the main party, plenty of glitter, ice cream, ping pong and much more. DJ sets come courtesy of Bruna Strait, Kathy Maravilha, and Victor Meyniel.
Tickets are between R$45-R$80 and the party starts at 11PM.
Meu Carna é Funk – Rua Henrique de Novaes 107 – Botafogo
For more information, try the event page.
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
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
Delirium Tap House (Ipanema)
Run by Delirium, prestigious Belgium label that has already been awarded as the best beer in the world, the bar offers twenty different beer taps.
Delirium Tap House – 5PM
Rua Nascimento Silva, 51 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3795-4594
Entrance: See venue for details.
Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Located just around the corner from Posto 9, Blue Agave in Ipanema is well known for great Mexican food, drinks, and for broadcasting live sports. Additionally, most of the wait staff and crowd speak English.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 1PM
Vinicus de Moraes 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
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
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