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:
Baile da Pesada @ Pedra do Sal (Gamboa) – It’s already three years that this party’s been going and they have already created a lot of history.
Join the usual crew for a super celebration at the one and only Pedra do Sal.
Line up includes: Anderson America (Baile da Pesada), Puff Puff Bass, Kingfoxx (Doom), Ezio Sant’ana (Baile da Pesada), Julio Rodrigues (Batalha 50 Cents), N-Bomb (Gangzilla).
The party starts at 10PM and, as always, it’s free!
Baile da Pesada – Rua Argemiro Bulcão 38 – Gamboa
For more information, check the event page.
LIVE:
Beth Carvalho encontra Fundo de Quintal @ Km de Vantagens Hall (Barra da Tijuca) – The long-awaited meeting between the ‘Queen of Samba’ Beth Carvalho and her ‘godchildren’ from Fundo de Quintal is brought together by the project ’40 Anos De Pé no Chão’ (Forty Years of Feet on the Floor).
A great night awaits those who love samba and wish to see one of the genre’s true giants live and in person.
The night starts at 10PM and tickets are available from R$45.
Beth Carvalho encontra Fundo de Quintal – Avenida Ayrton Senna 3000 – Barra da Tijuca
For more information, go to the event page.
PARTY:
Rock Anos 60 @ Bar Bukowski (Botafogo) – This Saturday, Bar Bukowski are celebrating the birthday of Roger Waters, one of the founders of Pink Floyd.
The band ‘Made in Rock’ will make a sensational tribute to psychedelic rock, featuring Pink Floyd, The Doors, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, among other counterculture classics from the late sixties.
At Bar Bukowski you can guarantee that the night only ends at dawn. So why not take a trip back to the sixties and party like they used to?
Free sweets with entrance and a ‘drinks festival’ until midnight, featuring deals on Moscow Mules, Caipivodkas and Sex on the Beach.
Friends’ list entry is R$35, with regular entry at R$55.
The party starts at 9PM.
Rock Anos 60 – Rua Álvaro Ramos, 270 – Botafogo
For more information, head to 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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