We have the top three picks for this Sunday, and below there is a list of lounges and bars that are always a good option.
CARNIVAL:
Tambores de Olokun (Aterro do Flamengo) – One of the most popular Carnival blocs among Carioca youngsters, Tambores do Olokun performs for the last time in Carnival 2018 today, at Aterro do Flamengo.
Starting at 4PM, the bloco brings a repertoire dedicated to Afro Brazilian rhythms, specially Maracatu, from Pernambuco (Brazil’s Northeast).
Aterro do Flamengo (in front of Bar Belmonte) – Flamengo
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PARTY:
Ressaca dos Blocos (Centro) – Tonight, HUB RJ hosts the “Ressaca dos Blocos”, a post-carnival party in Centro.
Starting from 3PM, the party will bring nine different DJs to make everyone dance with the best of pop, funk, techno, deep and house.
HUB RJ – Avenida Professor Pereira Reis, 50 – Centro
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LIVE:
Elisa Addor (Ipanema) – This afternoon, singer Elisa Addor will be starring at Casa de Cultura Laura Alvim, at 5PM.
Addor will present her authentic MPB compositions to the audience, and DJ João Rodrigo Miranda will open the show.
Casa de Cultura Laura Alvim – Avenida Vieira Souto, 176 – Ipanema
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LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
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
Yndú Lounge (Leblon)
With chilled out vibes during the week and a selection of top DJs playing shows at the weekends, the newly-opened Yndú Lounge in Ipanema is a great option to kick back. 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 check out Blue Agave in Copacabana also 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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