Rio Nightlife Guide for Sunday, October 26, 2025

Tonight in Rio: João Gomes records a free mega-DVD at the Arcos da Lapa from the afternoon (main taping ~15:00), Blue Note hosts Andrea Motis & Jurandir Dã Silva at 18:00, Vivo Rio puts on Batuke do Pretinho with special guest Caetano Veloso at 18:00, and Audio Rebel closes its 20-Years Festival with Vulgue Tostoi’s farewell at 20:00; also notable are Alafiá Jazz Club at Beco das Garrafas (20:00) and Carioca da Gema’s “Domingo Especial: Samba de Lei” (18:30).

Top Picks Tonight

Also notable

• Alafiá Jazz Club — Beco das Garrafas / Little Club (20:00)

  — Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana. Couvert R$60 ($11). Event page

• Domingo Especial: Samba de Lei — Carioca da Gema (18:30)

  — Av. Mem de Sá, 79, Lapa. Venue ‘Próximos eventos’ • Sympla

Suggested route

Arcos → Copacabana → Botafogo: Catch the João Gomes taping from 15:00 at the Arcos da Lapa, head 25–30 min to Blue Note for Andrea Motis at 18:00, then hop 10–12 min to Audio Rebel for Vulgue Tostoi (20:00).

Flamengo / beach path: If you prefer a party vibe, anchor Batuke do Pretinho at Vivo Rio (18:00) and finish nearby in Copacabana at Beco das Garrafas (20:00) for a seated jazz nightcap.

Getting around & quick tips

• Lapa closures today for João Gomes: expect roadblocks and heavy foot traffic—use Metro (Cinelândia/Carioca) or registered taxis/ride-hailing.
• Arrive 20–30 minutes early for seated rooms; bring photo ID. Most venues accept cards.
• R$ prices show USD equivalents at 1 USD = R$5.30 (rounded).

Listings gathered for Sunday, October 26, 2025. Recheck ticket status and set times close to showtime.