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:
Release Party for The Calling @ Espacio A (Lapa) – This evening marks the commemoration of the single ‘The Calling,’ the result of a one-off collaboration between Swedish DJ Menja Mist and Brazilian percussionist Marcelo Vig.
The evening’s highpoint will be a hybrid live/DJ set by Menja Mist and Marcelo Vig on percussion. The early Sunset Session will be ushered in by Gruta resident Vitin (Vitor Lins) and the conclusion of the evening will be marked by a DJ set from Australian DJ and creator of Rio Sunset Sessions, Billy Daniel Aldea-Martinez.
This free event begins at 5PM.
Release Party for The Calling – Espaco A Ave Atlantica – Leme
For more information, try the event page.
LIVE:
Mariene de Castro @ Teatro Rival Petrobras (Centro) – The singer Mariene de Castro will be performing her new show ‘Roda a Baiana,’ (Bahian Wheel) at the Teatro Rival Petrobras.
This will be the last time audiences in Rio can catch this show of brilliant Brazilian roots music, where Castro will also sing a selection of her career highlights.
Tickets are available from R$45 and the night begins at 8:30PM.
Mariene de Castro – Rua Álvaro Alvim, 33 / 37 subsolo – Cinelândia
For more information, visit the event page.
PARTY:
Festa Prime @ Marina da Glória (Glória) – This is a huge party that has been rocking Rio for over a decade, arriving at Rio’s beautiful Marina da Glória this Saturday with a premium open bar and plenty of aural entertainment.
Directly from the Colombian Baile there will be DJ Zullu, besides Mc TH, retro pagode with the group Sua Amiga Gosta, DJ Tucho, DJ Tartaruga and others.
Tickets are available from R$210 and the party starts at 10:30PM.
Festa Prime – Av. Inf-D. Henrique – Glória
For more information, head to the event page.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
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
Void/House of Food (Botafogo)
Blending culinary, drinks and fashion, the bar/store invites a different chef to prepare a new menu every week. Besides great imported beer labels, it usually serves delicious veggie food and homemade burgers.
Void Botafogo – 11AM
Rua Voluntários da Pátria, 31 – Botafogo – Tel: (21) 3593=3326
Entrance: FREE
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
Rua Hilário de Gouvêia, 71 – Copacabana – (21) 2236-2381
Entrance: FREE
Canastra Bar (Ipanema)
The Canastra Wine Bar in Ipanema offers a great selection of wines and cheeses and is quickly becoming known for its nice atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: See venue for details.
Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Blue Agave Ipanema is always a great place for Mexican food, drinks and for watching live sport streams and broadcasts. Just around the corner from Posto 9, the bar is also known for its mostly English-speaking staff and crowd which frequents the establishment. Be sure to check out Blue Agave in Copacabana also for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 1PM
Rua Vinicus de Moraes, 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-9271/7544-5151
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
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