Rio Nightlife Guide for Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Tonight in Rio: Blue Note pairs “Chega de Saudade — Tributo a Tom & Vinicius” (20:00) with Edgar Nyo’s “Blues Guitar Legends” (22:30), Audio Rebel hosts Joana Queiroz (20:30), and Carioca da Gema roda “Samba Carioca” (from 18:30); also notable are Gafieira Rio Antigo at Rio Scenarium (entry 19:30–20:00) and Julia Fialho Quarteto (21:00) at Beco das Garrafas.

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Also notable

• Gafieira Rio Antigo — Rio Scenarium (entry 19:30–20:00)

  — Rua do Lavradio, 20, Lapa. Sympla listing (21/01)

• Julia Fialho Quarteto — Beco das Garrafas (21:00)

  — Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana. Event page

Suggested route

Beach → Botafogo → Beach: Start 20:00 at Blue Note (Chega de Saudade), hop 10–12 min to Audio Rebel for Joana Queiroz (20:30 main set), then circle back to Copacabana for Edgar Nyo at 22:30.

Lapa loop: Begin 18:30 at Carioca da Gema, stroll Rua do Lavradio for Rio Scenarium’s gafieira window (19:30–20:00), and finish with a late seaside drink.

Getting around & quick tips

• Use registered taxis/ride-hailing between Copacabana, Botafogo and Lapa; Metro works well pre-midnight (Cinelândia/Carioca ↔ Siqueira Campos/Cantagalo).
• Arrive 20–30 minutes early for seated clubs; bring photo ID. Most venues accept cards.
• Keep phones secure around the Arcos/Lavradio late; set a clear meet point if splitting groups.

Listings gathered for Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Recheck ticket status and set times close to showtime.