Tonight in Rio: Moacyr Luz’s Samba do Trabalhador warms up Renascença Clube from 16:30, Pedra do Sal’s open-air roda rolls 19:00–00:00 in Saúde, Beco das Garrafas hosts “Segundas de Outubro” with Lu Oliveira & Rogério Guimarães at 20:00, and Arlindinho das Antigas comanda a roda no Beco do Rato a partir das 18:00; also notable are a pop-party pick “Pink Flamingo — Welcome to Brasil” (21:00) and the neighborhood “Samba de Segunda” at Térreo Bar.
Top Picks Tonight
Moacyr Luz e Samba do Trabalhador — Renascença Clube (16:30–21:45)
- Why picked: Rio’s legendary Monday roda—masters sitting in, late-afternoon vibe that flows into the evening.
- Start: 16:30 (wraps ~21:45)
- Address: Renascença Clube, R. Barão de São Francisco, 54, Andaraí
- Website/Tickets: Sympla listing for Oct 13; club page confirms the Monday tradition.
Roda de Samba da Pedra do Sal — Saúde (19:00–00:00)
- Why picked: Iconic, open-air roda in Little Africa—historic setting, big community energy.
- Start: 19:00 (goes to around midnight)
- Address: Largo João da Baiana (Pedra do Sal), acesso pela Rua Argemiro Bulcão, Saúde
- Info: Official pages note it happens every Monday; arrive early for space on the steps.
“Segundas de Outubro” — Lu Oliveira & Rogério Guimarães at Beco das Garrafas (20:00)
- Why picked: Intimate Copacabana classic—the Little Club keeps Monday bossa/jazz alive.
- Start: 20:00
- Address: Beco das Garrafas (Little Club), Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana
- Couvert: R$60 ($11) inteira; “meia carioca” R$30 ($6) (check post/reservations).
- Website/Info: Venue site lists 13/out; venue/IG confirm the “Segundas de Outubro” series.
Arlindinho das Antigas — Beco do Rato (from 18:00)
- Why picked: Pagode heavyweight in one of Lapa’s most authentic sambistas’ houses.
- Start: Doors from 18:00 (roda early evening → late)
- Address: Beco do Rato, Rua Joaquim Silva, 11, Lapa
- Tickets/Info: Sympla event for Oct 13; house site notes Monday hours until ~01:00.
Also notable
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Pink Flamingo — Welcome to Brasil (21:00)
— pop-party pick for a late Monday jump; see Sympla for venue details and entry.
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Samba de Segunda — Térreo Bar (evening)
— neighborhood roda weekly on Mondays; check the venue’s post for today’s hours.
Suggested route
Samba corridor: Start 16:30 at Renascença (Andaraí), head 19:30 to Pedra do Sal (Saúde), then roll to Lapa by 21:00 for Arlindinho at Beco do Rato. If you prefer a seated set, swap Pedra do Sal for Beco das Garrafas at 20:00 and finish in Lapa.
Getting around & quick tips
- Use registered taxis/ride-hailing between Andaraí ↔ Saúde ↔ Lapa ↔ Copacabana; Metro works pre-midnight (Cinelândia/Carioca ↔ Siqueira Campos/Cantagalo).
- Pedra do Sal gets crowded—arrive early and keep valuables secure.
- Most venues accept cards; bring a photo ID. Check the ticket links for any late schedule updates.
Listings gathered for Monday, October 13, 2025. Recheck ticket status and set times close to showtime.