We have the top three picks for this Sunday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option.
PARTY:
Rio Sunset Sessions (Leme) – Alongside renowned DJs from the national electronic scene, Rio Sunset Sessions brings great music, affordable drinks, and an incredible vibe.
The party is hosted in collaboration with Copacabana Beach Club and will be held right at the beach!
Come party all night long and watch the beautiful sunrise!
Rio Sunset Sessions – Avenida Atlantica, 828 – Leme
Check the event for further details.
LIVE:
Jazz na Comuna – Trad Trio (Botafogo) – Before the week commences, come and relax at the Commune with some cold drinks, good food, and live jazz by the Trad Trio.
Despite its name, the lineup is in fact a quartet. The group is made up of Marcelo Santos (sax), Pedro Araujo (guitar), Bruno Repsold (acoustic bass), and Kleberson Caetano.
Entrance is free!
Comuna – Rua Sorocaba, 585 – Botafogo
Check the event for further details.
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Gloriosa a Roda de Samba do Paulão 7 Cordas (Gloria) – The Gloriosa a Roda de Samba is held every third Sunday of the month at the Feira Popular da Gloria (Gloria Fair).
This month, they will bring many exciting activities to the neighborhoods of Sepetiba, Meier, Quintino, Paqueta, and Gamboa until October.
The project commences today at 15H at the Gloria Fair and includes children’s activities as well as delicious foods and cold beers. There will be on-site table rentals so friends and families can enjoy a fun packed Sunday afternoon.
Feira Popular da Gloria – Avenida Augusto Severo, 20021-040 – Gloria
Check the event for further details.
LOUNGES, PUBS & BARS:
Bar Urca (Urca)
Sunday afternoon drinking whilst eating salgadinhos and watching the sunset at Bar Urca is a regular pastime in Rio de Janeiro. This simple establishment on the bayside has been a hit since 1939.
Bar Urca – 11AM
Rua Cândido Gaffrée 205, Urca – Tel: (21) 2295-8744
Entrance: Free
Adega Pérola (Copacabana)
Preserving a vintage decoration, Adega Pérola’s specialty is its delicious Portuguese-Brazilian finger food, served to you quickly at the bar’s counter area.
Adega Pérola – 11AM
Rua Siqueira Campos, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2255-9425
Entrance: FREE
Yndú Lounge (Leblon)
With chilled out vibes during the week and a selection of top DJs playing shows during the weekends, the newly-opened Yndú Lounge in Ipanema is a great option to kick back and relax. With a selection of drinks and tapas, the bar is quickly becoming one of Leblon’s best watering holes.
Yndú Lounge – 6PM
Rua Ataulfo de Paiva, 1321 – Leblon – Tel: (21) 3083-6486
Entrance: FREE
Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Just around the corner from Posto 9, Blue Agave Ipanema is also known for its mostly English-speaking staff and the international crowd which frequents the establishment. Be sure to also check out Blue Agave in Copacabana for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 2PM
Vinicus de Moraes 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
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