Blues at Dolores Club, Duda Brack with Simone at Blue Note, indie from Jadsa in Leblon, and a 25-year samba celebration in Lapa—pick your vibe and go.
Top Picks Tonight
1) Duda Brack invites Simone — “Voz & Solidão” (Blue Note Rio, Copacabana)
Why picked: Two-session, intimate MPB set from a rising star with a Brazilian icon guesting—premium sound on the Copacabana seafront.
Start: 8:00 PM and 10:30 PM (two sessions).
Address: Av. Atlântica, 1910, Copacabana.
Website: Blue Note Rio
Tickets: Eventim
2) The Jazz Room — Tribute to the Blues (Dolores Club, Lapa/Centro)
Why picked: Warm, clubby production celebrating classics and modern blues—great pre-Lapa stop before hopping between bars.
Start: Doors 7:00 PM; show around 8:00–9:00 PM (see ticket for slot).
Address: Rua do Lavradio, 10, Centro (Lapa).
Website: Dolores Club
Tickets: Fever
3) Jadsa — “Big Buraco” (open rehearsal) (Teatro I ♥ PRIO, Leblon/Jockey)
Why picked: Indie MPB/alt set in a sleek theater inside the Jockey—good seats, crisp acoustics, easy dinner options nearby.
Start: 8:00 PM.
Address: Av. Bartolomeu Mitre, 1110B, Leblon (Jockey Club).
Website: Teatro PRIO
Tickets: Sympla
4) Carioca da Gema — 25-year Anniversary night (Lapa)
Why picked: A landmark samba house turning 25—expect a packed floor, special guests, and that classic Lapa energy.
Start: from 7:30 PM (live sets into late).
Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 79, Lapa.
Website: Carioca da Gema
Tickets: Sympla
Also Notable
- Liz Rosa (voice) at Rio Scenarium, 7:30 PM — elegant MPB/jazz set in a three-floor antiques-meets-dance-hall venue. Website: Rio Scenarium • Info/Tickets: Bandsintown
- Pedro Mussum at Rio Scenarium, 10:30 PM — late samba set; good for after-dinner dancing. Info/Tickets: Sympla
Suggested route
Lapa cluster: Start at Dolores Club (doors 7:00 PM), walk 2 minutes to Rio Scenarium for Liz Rosa (7:30 PM), then stay for Pedro Mussum (10:30 PM). Taxis/rideshare from Lapa after midnight are easy on Av. Mem de Sá/Lavradio.
South-Zone option: Do Jadsa at Teatro PRIO (8:00 PM) and finish at Blue Note’s late session (10:30 PM) on Copacabana—10–15 min ride between venues off-peak.
Getting around & quick tips
- Buy e-tickets in advance (Sympla/Eventim/Fever) and carry ID for entry.
- Smart casual works everywhere; Blue Note prefers seated show etiquette (arrive 20–30 min early).
- In Lapa, use registered taxis/app rides; keep phones pocketed when walking between bars.
Rio Nightlife Guide for Thursday, September 25, 2025