Wednesday, August 14, 2013 Nightlife Guide
Wednesday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – Forró music has been popular in Lapa for the past seven years, as Quarta Democratica holds the title of “the best forró in the city.” Providing the best in northeastern music, this special night offers an always diversified program that values Brazilian culture.
The night has its devoted followers, who pack Clube dos Democráticos every Wednesday evening. The venue’s goal is to continue bringing the public the best shows and providing a great environment to dance and socialize with like-minded people.
Situated in the heart of Lapa, the venue offers a large dancefloor, the main stage for the band and of course a fully stocked bar.
CLUBS:
Karaokê Indie (Botafogo)
Express yourself at Karaoke Night at Casa da Matriz. A weekly ritual for those who attend so know that its no joke. Be sure to bring your game face! Sing your favorite hits like the professional singer you are.
Casa da Matriz – 8PM
Rua Henrique de Novaes, 107, Botafogo – Tel: (21) 2226-9691 / (21) 2266-1014
Entrance: R$20 with guest list, R$25 without
Latin Party (Copacabana)
The popular Latin Party is on again in Copacabana at Guimos Pub. Come join a slew of people from all corners of the world as they drink, dance and socialize to the sultry rhythms of Latin beats.
Guimos Pub – 9PM
Av. Nossa Senhora de Copacabana, 1077, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 7727-0609
Entrance: R$22 with guest list, R$38 without
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Quarta Democrática (Lapa)
Northeastern Brazil invades Rio with your weekly dose of forró, accordion-fueled country tunes. With artists such as Marcia Guzzo and Band, Edson Duarte, & DJ Sergio Feijó.
Clube dos Democráticos – 11PM
Rua do Riachuelo, 91/93, Lapa – Tel: (21) 8848-8889
Entrance: Women R$10 until 11PM / Men R$13 until 11PM / R$16 until midnight
Show de Lucas Vasconcellos- Falo de Coração (Humaitá)
Multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter Lucas Vasconcellos performs his audiovisual show tonight, with songs of his new album “Falo de Coração”.
Teatro Sergio Porto – 8:30 PM
Rua Humaitá, 163, Humaitá – Tel: (21) 2535-3846
Entrance: R$15 with guest list, R$20 without
PUBS & BARS:
Mekong (Leblon)
The Asian fusion restaurant hosts an early evening party featuring tasty food, flashy drinks, and tunes from the likes of DJ Mary Byker.
Mekong – 7PM
Rua General Urquiza, 188A, Leblon – Tel: (21) 2243-1040 / (21) 2529-212
Entrance: Free
Mab’s Restaurant and Bar (Copacabana)
The new American-owned beachfront restaurant and bar on Copacabana Beach is a great place for food and drinks.
Restaurante Mab’s – 9AM
Avenida Atlantica, 1140, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2275-7299
Entrance: Free
Lapa Irish Pub (Lapa)
If you are up for some Irish beer and a nice environment to drink it in, this is the place to go. On Wednesdays you can loosen up by singing some rock ‘n’ roll tunes as it’s Karaoke night.
Lapa Irish Pub – 5PM
Rua Evaristo da Veiga, 147, Lapa – Tel (21) 2221-7236
Entrance: R$20
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