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.
LIVE:
Samba das Laranjeiras @ Casa da Polônia (Laranjeiras) – After a brief carnival recess, Samba das Laranjeiras is back, from the producers of Samba dos Guimarães, Samba and Feijoada from Casa Rosa, Sambinha do Corcovado, Samba da Lagoa, and Sunset Samba.
Featuring live music from Samba do Mercado with DJ João Rodrigo keeping people on their feet before, after, and during the intervals.
Tickets are between R$20 – R$40 and the music should start at 5PM.
Samba da Urca – Praça General Tibúrcio – Urca
For more information, go to the event page
DRINKS:
Sky Party @ Copacabana Rio Hotel (Copacabana) – From the rooftop terrace of the Copacabana Rio Hotel, guests will be able to enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the city: Copacabana beach, with a panoramic view of the whole coastline.
There will be music from DJ Cauê Campean and DJ Guga Fernandes, who are the current resident DJs of the popular nightclub New Mariuzinn Copacabana. They will be blending Latin styles like reggaeton, and cumbia, providing an upbeat soundtrack to what is almost guaranteed to be a stylish and sophisticated way to spend a Sunday evening.
Tickets are available from R$40 and the evening begins at 11PM.
Sky Party – Av. Nossa Sra. de Copacabana, 1256 – Copacabana
For more information, go to the event page.
LIVE:
El Miraculoso SambaJazz @ Praia Vermelha (Urca) – This Sunday El Miraculoso SambaJazz invites everyone to Urca’s beautiful Praia Vermelha for a free session of their unique blend of Brazilian pop and classic jazz.
El Miraculoso SambaJazz are, on guitar, Jefferson Moreira; on drums, Gabriel Barbosa; on bass, Marcos Luz; and Henrique Vaz on trumpet.
This free event begins at 5PM.
El Miraculoso SambaJazz – Praia Vermelha – Urca
For more information, head 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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