Rio Nightlife Guide for Saturday, February 17, 2018
We have the top three picks for this Saturday, and below there is a list of lounges and bars that are always a good option.
CARNIVAL:
Mulheres de Chico (Leme) – This evening, bloco Mulheres de Chico will be performing at Leme, at 5PM.
The women-only bloco dedicates its repertoire to the work of MPB composer Chico Buarque.
Pedra do Leme – Leme
Check the event for further details.
CARNIVAL:
Quizomba (Lapa) – This evening, Lapa will be hosting bloco Quizomba,starting from 5PM.
The bloco will perform in front of Circo Voador, and will entertain the audience with a great set list of Afro-Brazilian music.
Circo Voador – Rua dos Arcos, s/n – Lapa
Check the event for further details.
LIVE:
Leo Jaime (Lagoa) – Tonight, musician Leo Jaime will perform at the Blue Note Rio, in Lagoa, at 8PM.
The artist will present classics MPB songs from his career, and also hits by bands like Legião Urbana, Rolling Stones, Raimundos and The Cure.
Blue Note Rio – Avenida Borges de Medeiros, 1424 – Lagoa
Check the event for further details.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Pavão Azul (Copacabana)
Pavão Azul is a lively bar in Copacabana, famous for its exceptionally cold beers and prawn pastels. It gets crowded there every night, making every day of the week seem like the weekend.
Pavão Azul – 6:30 PM – 1AM
Rua Hilário de Gouvêia, 71 – Copacabana – (21) 2236-2381
Entrance: FREE
Shenanigan’s (Ipanema)
With classic pub games like darts and pool, Ipanema’s Shenanigan’s is always a great spot to visit. Happy Hour is dose dupla (two for one) on Thursdays 6PM-8PM.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – 6PM
Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 122A (Upstairs) – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2267-5860
Entrance: See venue for details.
Canastra Bar (Ipanema)
The Canastra Wine Bar in Ipanema offers a wide choice of wines and cheeses and is quickly becoming known for its trendy atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM – 1AM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: See venue for details
Academia da Cachaça (Leblon)
For all things cachaça go here; it’s their specialty. They offer great caipifrutas and caipirinhas in a relaxed, trendy setting.
Academia da Cachaça – 9PM
R. Conde Bernadotte 26, Leblon – Tel: (21) 2239-1542
Entrance: Free
Yndú Lounge (Leblon)
With chilled out vibes during the week and a selection of top DJs playing shows at the weekends, the newly-opened Yndú Lounge in Ipanema is a great option to kick back. With a selection of drinks and tapas, the bar is quickly becoming one of Leblon’s best watering holes.
Yndú Lounge – 6PM
Rua Ataulfo de Paiva, 1321 – Leblon – Tel: (21) 3083-6486
Entrance: FREE
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