Rio Nightlife Guide for Sunday, October 2, 2016

Sunday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – Today and into the night, the  Guga Pellicciotti trio will perform lively songs of samba jazz at Gilda no Cantagalo in Copacabana.

The trio are well-known in the samba and jazz scene in the city center and at Pedra da Sal. Tonight, they will perform a mix of their favorite songs against the backdrop of a wonderful view across Copacabana and Ipanema.

Gilda no Cantagalo is at the top of one of the highest peaks in Copacabana. The bar there will be serving a selection of beers and strong caipirinhas from the moment it opens.

LIVE:

Jazz no Morro (Copacabana)
Today and tonight, the Guga Pellicciotti trio will perform live at Gilda no Cantagalo, bringing lively songs of samba jazz with wonderful views across Copacabana and Ipanema.
Gilda no Cantagalo – 3PM
Rua Saint Roman – Morro do Cantagalo, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 96494-6014
Entrance: R$25 – R$25

CLUBS:

Duo (Gávea)
The Duo party returns to Gávea’s chic 00 (Zero Zero) club tonight with DJs Andress Fleming, Dri Toscano, and Ani Haze spinning the best of house, electro, aand pop during the night.
00 (Zero Zero) – 8PM
Av. Padre Leonel Franca 240, Gávea – Tel: (21) 2540-8041
Entrance: See venue for more information.

MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:

Rogê (Lapa)
It’s time to dance as singer-songwriter Rogê returns for his weekly show at Lapa’s Carioca de Gema. The lively performer will present his own compositions as well as covers of works by Jorge, Djavan, and Jorge Benjor, among others.
Carioca da Gema – 10PM
Av. Mem de Sá 79, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2221-0043
Entrance: R$23

Roda de Samba with Ballet 2 Passistas (Lapa)
Sundays are all about samba at Lapa’s Leviano bar. Every week beginning at 5PM the venue hosts a roda de samba with the group Face a Face playing classics of the genre, including works by Arlindo Cruz, Zeca Pagodinho and João Nogueira, among others. Additionally, DJ Mukato spins during show intervals.
Leviano – 5PM
Mem de Sá 47, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2507-5779
Entrance: R$10-R$20 (Cash Only)

PUBS & BARS:

Bar Urca (Urca)
Sunday afternoon drinking whilst eating salgadinhos and watching the sunset at Bar Urca is a regular pastime in Rio de Janeiro. This simple establishment on the bayside has been a hit since 1939.
Bar Urca – 11AM
Rua Cândido Gaffrée 205, Urca – Tel: (21) 2295-8744
Entrance: Free

Mais que Nada
A cuban themed bar in Copacabana, Mais que Nada serves good tapas-style meals, cold beers and an excellent selection of cocktails and shots. Tonight, they will host the after-beach party. Promotions will include double shots on caipirinhas, caipivodkas and mojitos until 12AM.
Mais que Nada – 9PM
R. Xavier da Silveira, 34 – Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2267-0599
Entrance: See venue for details.

Shenanigan’s (Ipanema)
With classic pub games like darts and pool, Ipanema’s Shenanigan’s is always a great spot to visit. Every Sunday, promotions include two for one Sol beer, caipirinha and caipivodka. Pizza Pub is also only R$10. Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – 4PM
Rua Visconde de Pirajá 122A (Upstairs), Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2267-5860
Entrance: See venue for details.

NFL Sunday Party @ Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Every Sunday Blue Agave Ipanema will host the NFL Sunday Party. Just around the corner from Posto 9, Blue Agave Ipanema is also known for its mostly English-speaking staff and the international crowd which frequents the establishment. Be sure to check out Blue Agave in Copacabana also for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 2PM
Vinicus de Moraes 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.

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