Saturday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – Monobloco sets up their own Carnival-like ´arraiá´ on Saturday, June 16th at Espaço Monte Libano, Lagoa, celebrating the ever popular Festa Junina. Incredible percussive beats along with classic lyrics that all enjoy to sing along with, and the best part of the Junina celebrations, the food! Music starts at 10PM.
LIVE:
Nando Reis (Lapa)
On yet another stage during his busy schedule of concerts and shows, singer-songwriter Nando Reis lands at Circo Voador, featuring hits from his latest album, MTV ao Vivo Bailão do Ruivão Nando Reis e os Infernais.
Circo Voador – 10PM
Rua dos Arcos, 1, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2533-0354
Entrance: Check with venue
CLUBS:
Stereo Zero (Gávea)
Stereo Zero is happening at 00 with DJs Cobra and José Roberto Mahr,along with VJ Isa. A great blend of pop, new disco & club house along with an open air patio and incredible dining, not to mention the beautiful clientele, Zero Zero never disappoints.
00 – 10PM
Av. Padre Leonel Franca 240, Gávea – Tel: (21) 2540-8041
Entrance: R$30
Wake Up! (Copacabana)
The Indie Club has made its way to Fosfobox! Come see what women want at this hip, pop induced party at Rio’s premier underground venue.
Fosfobox
Rua Siqueira Campos, 143, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2548-7498
Entrance: R$25 with guestlist, R$35 without
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Monobloco (Centro)
Monobloco sets up their own Carnival-like ´arraiá´ on Saturday, June 16th at Espaço Monte Libano, Lagoa, celebrating the ever popular Festa Junina. Incredible percussive beats along with classic lyrics that all enjoy to sing along with, and the best part of the Junina celebrations, the food! Music starts at 10PM.
Espaco Monte Libano – 10PM
Av. Borges de Medeiros, 701 – Lagoa -Tel:(21) 2239-2399
Entrance: Tickets range from R$60 to R$90 and special group rates
Beija eu! (Centro)
Party lovers, boyfriends or just those who are passionate about life! A year later Beija Eu! is back with a with all the ingredients for a night of pure pleasure. Enjoy pop, rock, soul, samba, samba rock, maracatu, manguebeat and forró.
Espaço Acústica – 11PM
Praça Tiradentes, nº 02 e 04, Centro – Tel: (21) 2222-7525
Entrance: R$40
PUBS & BARS:
Blue Agave (Copacabana)
Some of the best Mexican food — and the best margarita — in Rio, plus live American and European sports on TV. They also have the original location in Ipanema.
Blue Agave – 12PM
Rua Aires Saldanha 21C, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: Free
Si Señor (Ipanema)
This new Mexican restaurant and bar has finally opened its doors in Rio. With an exciting menu of classic Mexican dishes and drinks, Si Senor may put the ´picante´ back your life. With success already in São Paulo, the new Leblon location is already started a buzz throughout Rio.
Si Señor – 5PM
Rua General San Martin 1011, Leblon – Tel:(21) 2249-2161
Entrance: Free
Lord Jim’s Pub (Ipanema)
The oldest pub in Rio in its newest guise and a great local crowd. Known for its live music and happy hour.
Lord Jim’s Pub – 7PM
Rua Paul Redfern, 44, Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2249-4881
Entrance: Not available at time of press
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