Rio Nightlife Guide for Friday, October 31, 2025
Tonight in Rio: Marisa Monte graces Arena Jockey with her MPB classics (20:00), Carioca da Gema energizes with Noite de Axé featuring Ordinários Eletricos (19:30), Baile Alto Rio transforms Bar dos Descasados into a Halloween haunt (20:00), and Kerri Colby debuts her drag spectacle at Pink Flamingo (21:00). Links for details and tickets are below.
Top Picks Tonight
Marisa Monte — Arena Jockey (20:00)
- Why picked: Iconic MPB singer in a grand venue—perfect for expats appreciating sophisticated Brazilian music with global appeal.
- Start: 20:00
- Address: Praça Santos Dumont, 31, Gávea
- Website: songkick.com/concerts/marisa-monte
- Tickets: Eventim — Marisa Monte
Noite de Axé com Ordinários Eletricos — Carioca da Gema (19:30)
- Why picked: Vibrant axé night in Lapa’s classic samba house—energetic rhythms for expats diving into Brazilian carnival vibes.
- Start: 19:30
- Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 79, Lapa (Centro)
- Website: barcariocadagema.com.br/shows
- Tickets: Sympla — Noite de Axé
Baile Alto Rio de Halloween — Bar dos Descasados (20:00)
- Why picked: Upscale Halloween bash in chic Santa Teresa hotel—elegant fun with DJs and prizes for expats enjoying themed nightlife.
- Start: 20:00
- Address: Rua Felício dos Santos, 15, Santa Teresa
- Event page: vejario.abril.com.br
- Tickets: Sympla — Baile Alto Rio
Kerri Colby — Pink Flamingo (21:00)
- Why picked: RuPaul’s Drag Race star’s Brazilian debut—international flair and entertainment for expats seeking diverse, lively shows.
- Start: 21:00
- Address: Rua Raul Pompéia, 102, Copacabana
- Event page: vejario.abril.com.br
- Tickets: Sympla — Kerri Colby
Also notable
-
Rogério Skylab — Circo Voador (20:00)
— Rua dos Arcos, s/n, Lapa. Tickets via Songkick.
-
Halloween no Empório 37 (21:00)
— Rua Maria Quitéria, 37, Ipanema. Event page: vejario.abril.com.br.
Suggested route
Copacabana → Gávea: Start at Pink Flamingo (21:00) for drag vibes, then 20 minutes to Arena Jockey for Marisa Monte (20:00)—note overlapping, plan accordingly for highlights.
Lapa → Santa Teresa: Begin at Carioca da Gema (19:30) for axé, then short ride to Bar dos Descasados (20:00) for Halloween elegance.
Getting around & quick tips
- Use registered taxis/ride-hailing between Lapa, Copacabana, and Santa Teresa; Metro is reliable pre-midnight (Carioca ↔ Cantagalo).
- Arrive 20–30 minutes early for seated rooms; bring photo ID. Most venues accept cards.
Listings gathered for Friday, October 31, 2025. Recheck ticket status and set times close to showtime.
This article was produced by The Rio Times’ automated newsroom system. How we use AI · Report an error