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:
Bloco AME @ MAM Rio (Centro) – The AME Bloco arrives to democratize the electronic music scene in Rio de Janeiro, with a huge pre-Carnival party at Rio’s stunning MAM.
They’ve had two years of success, winning many passionate followers, with their simple message of ‘Ame’ (Love) for all, without ego, without prejudice, just love for electronic music and a good time.
Tickets are between R$10-R$30 and the party gets started at 4PM.
Bloco AME – Av Infante Dom Henrique, 85 Parque do Flamengo – Centro
For more information, try the event page.
PARTY:
Cortejo Baile @ Fundição Progresso (Lapa) – This Sunday is the day of the official parade of the Afrojazz Bloco and also the presentation of Bloco me Enterra na Quarta.
It will kick off with a parade by Bloco Afrojazz in Rua Lavradio at 4:20PM, followed by a presentation of Bloco Me Enterra na Quarta, then a DJ set and then the presentation of Bloco do Afrojazz followed by another DJ set.
Tickets are between R$10-R$15 and the party gets started at 4PM.
Cortejo Baile – Rua dos Arcos, 24 – Lapa
For more information, head to the event page.
PARTY:
SamSilva Session @ Rio Sunset Sessions (Copacabana) – Direct from Chile, DJ SamSilva is the special guest for this rebooted Rio Sunset Session at Quiosque Juana’s.
His set will be a blend of underground tech house and techno accompanied by DJ sets from Pedro Mazis, Menja Mist, Vitin, WLHM plus a few special guests.
This party is free and should start at 3PM.
SamSilva Session – Av. Atlântica, 828 – Copacabana
For more information, go to the event page.
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
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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