Rio Nightlife Guide for Friday, January 23, 2026
Tonight in Rio: Boogarins celebrates “Manual” at Circo Voador (20:00), Blue Note runs a double-header—Go Black’s R&Beatles (20:00) and PopCast’s Phil Collins/Genesis tribute (22:30)—Audio Rebel debuts trap act Duartte (20:00), and Carioca da Gema introduces Samba de Lei (18:30).
Two tourist-friendly add-ons: Marina Iris at Rio Scenarium (from 19:00) and a Tom Jobim celebration at Beco das Garrafas (21:00).
Top Picks Tonight
Boogarins — 10 Anos de “Manual” at Circo Voador (20:00)
- Why picked: One of Brazil’s best live bands in Lapa’s iconic open-air pavilion—high-energy, expat-friendly.
- Start: 20:00
- Address: Circo Voador, R. dos Arcos, s/n, Lapa (Centro)
- Website: circovoador.com.br
- Tickets: Eventim
GO BLACK — R&Beatles at Blue Note Rio (20:00)
- Why picked: A polished Beatles set in a comfortable, seated beachfront club—easy night starter.
- Start: 20:00
- Address: Blue Note Rio, Av. Atlântica, 1910, Copacabana
- Website: Blue Note shows
- Tickets: Eventim
POPCAST — Tributo Phil Collins e Genesis at Blue Note Rio (22:30)
- Why picked: Late sing-along hits set—perfect nightcap a few steps from the beach.
- Start: 22:30
- Address: Blue Note Rio, Av. Atlântica, 1910, Copacabana
- Website: Blue Note shows
- Tickets: Eventim
Duartte — Audio Rebel (20:00)
- Why picked: Debut night in Botafogo’s cult room—best “discover someone new” pick.
- Start: 20:00
- Address: Audio Rebel, R. Visconde de Silva, 55, Botafogo
- Website: Audio Rebel event page
- Tickets: Bandsintown
Samba de Lei (estreia) — Carioca da Gema (18:30)
- Why picked: A classic Lapa samba house introducing a new Friday roda—great early anchor before late shows.
- Start: 18:30
- Address: Carioca da Gema, Av. Mem de Sá, 79, Lapa (Centro)
- Website: Upcoming shows
- Tickets: Ingresso link on the show card
Also notable
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Marina Iris — Rio Scenarium (from 19:00)
— Rua do Lavradio, 20, Centro (Lapa).
Tickets / details -
Cláudio Birra & Gustavo Martins celebram Tom Jobim (21:00) — Beco das Garrafas
— Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana.
Event page
Suggested route
Lapa-first: Start 18:30 at Carioca da Gema (Samba de Lei), walk to Circo Voador for Boogarins at 20:00, then finish in Copacabana at 22:30 for the Phil Collins/Genesis tribute at Blue Note.
Beachline: Do Go Black at Blue Note (20:00), walk to Beco das Garrafas for the 21:00 Tom Jobim celebration, then return for PopCast at 22:30.
Getting around & quick tips
- Between Lapa ↔ Copacabana/Botafogo, use registered taxis/ride-hailing; Metro works well pre-midnight (Cinelândia/Carioca ↔ Siqueira Campos/Cantagalo).
- Arrive 20–30 minutes early for seated rooms (Blue Note/Beco). Bring photo ID; cards are widely accepted.
- In Lapa late, keep valuables secured and set a clear meetup point (Arcos or venue entrance).
Listings gathered for Friday, January 23, 2026. Recheck ticket status and set times close to showtime.
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