Rio Nightlife Guide for Saturday, January 24, 2026
Tonight in Rio: Chico César celebrates “Cuscuz Clã” at Circo Voador, Família Moadir brings classic samba to Carioca da Gema, and Blue Note runs a double-header—PopCast’s Phil Collins/Genesis tribute at 20:00 plus Áurea Martins & Cristovão Bastos’ new-album launch at 22:30—while Rio Scenarium closes the night with Didi Assis.
Also notable: Kay Lyra at Beco das Garrafas (20:00) and Durval Ferreira Quarteto & Convidados (21:00).
Top Picks Tonight
Chico César — “Cuscuz Clã: 30 Anos” at Circo Voador (20:00)
- Why picked: A major Brazilian songwriter marking a milestone album in Rio’s most iconic Lapa venue.
- Start: 20:00
- Address: Circo Voador, Rua dos Arcos, s/n, Lapa (Centro)
- Website: Event page
- Tickets: Eventim
Família Moadir at Carioca da Gema (19:30)
- Why picked: A classic Saturday samba night in a visitor-friendly Lapa house with an easy, sing-along repertoire.
- Start: 19:30
- Address: Carioca da Gema, Av. Mem de Sá, 79, Lapa (Centro)
- Website: Event listing
- Tickets: Buy via “Shows”
PopCast — Tributo Phil Collins e Genesis at Blue Note (20:00)
- Why picked: Big sing-along hits in a comfortable, seated beachfront club—easy start for visitors.
- Start: 20:00
- Address: Blue Note Rio, Av. Atlântica, 1910, Copacabana
- Website: Blue Note shows (24 jan)
- Tickets: Ticket link on the show card
Áurea Martins & Cristovão Bastos — Album Launch “Amizade” at Blue Note (22:30)
- Why picked: Late, high-level MPB in a prime Copacabana room—best “serious music” close of the night.
- Start: 22:30
- Address: Blue Note Rio, Av. Atlântica, 1910, Copacabana
- Website: Blue Note shows (24 jan)
- Tickets: Eventim
Didi Assis at Rio Scenarium (from 20:00)
- Why picked: Tourist-friendly samba landmark with a full-night floor—great if your group wants “classic Lapa.”
- Start: from 20:00
- Address: Rio Scenarium, Rua do Lavradio, 20, Centro (Lapa)
- Website: Event details
- Tickets: Sympla
Also notable
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Kay Lyra (20:00) — Beco das Garrafas, Little Club
— Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana.
Tonight’s schedule -
Durval Ferreira Quarteto & Convidados (21:00) — Beco das Garrafas, Bottle’s Bar
— Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana.
Tonight’s schedule -
Samba & Feijoada — Rio Scenarium (doors 12:00)
— Rua do Lavradio, 20, Centro.
Daytime listing
Suggested route
Lapa first: Start 19:30 at Carioca da Gema (Família Moadir), walk 8–10 minutes to Circo Voador for Chico César (20:00), then taxi 25–30 minutes to Copacabana for Blue Note’s 22:30 album launch. If you want dancing after, return to Lavradio for Rio Scenarium.
Copacabana loop: Do PopCast at Blue Note (20:00), walk to Beco das Garrafas for the 21:00 Durval Ferreira set, then return for the 22:30 Blue Note session.
Getting around & quick tips
- Between Lapa ↔ Copacabana, use registered taxis/ride-hailing; Metro works well before 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 Saturday, January 24, 2026. Recheck ticket status and set times close to showtime.
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