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Orgo-Life the new way to the future Advertising by AdpathwayTonight in Rio: Vanessa Ebons at Carioca da Gema (Lapa), Choro Batucada at Glorioso Cultural (Catete), Jana Linhares & Daio at Audio Rebel (Botafogo), and Terça Feira Maneira at Beco do Rato (Lapa); plus an intimate choro session at Bip Bip and walk-in samba at Rio Scenarium.
Top Picks Tonight
Carioca da Gema — Vanessa Ebons (Lapa)
Why picked: classic Lapa samba house, lively dancefloor, and friendly door price on weeknights.
Start: Doors 19:30; show ~20:30. Entry: listed Tue–Thu R$30.
Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 79 — Lapa (Centro).
Website: barcariocadagema.com.br • Tickets: “Compre aqui” via listing
Choro Batucada at Glorioso Cultural (Catete)
Why picked: top-tier choro players in an intimate setting; easy metro access.
Start: Doors 18:00; roda 20:00.
Address: Rua do Catete, 95 — Catete.
Website: Glorioso Cultural (IG) • Tickets: Sympla
Jana Linhares & Daio — “Deusas que dançam” at Audio Rebel (Botafogo)
Why picked: indie-meets-MPB vocals in a cult venue known for adventurous bookings.
Start: 20:00.
Address: R. Visconde de Silva, 55 — Botafogo.
Website: audiorebel.com.br • Tickets: event page/door (see venue/agenda)
Terça Feira Maneira — Beco do Rato (Lapa)
Why picked: high-energy weekly samba/pagode party in one of Lapa’s most traditional houses.
Start: 20:00 (goes late).
Address: R. Joaquim Silva, 11 — Lapa.
Website: becodorato.com.br • Tickets: Sympla
Also notable
Bip Bip (Copacabana) — Choro night from ~20:00
Tiny, legendary bar for choro and samba; arrive early and expect sidewalk vibes. Address: R. Almirante Gonçalves, 50 — Copacabana.
Rio Scenarium (Lapa) — Walk-in live samba on weekdays
Multi-floor antique-themed samba house; two shows on weekdays and late closing. Address: R. do Lavradio, 20 — Lapa.
Suggested route
Start in Lapa for doors at 19:30 (Carioca da Gema) → stroll 6 min to Beco do Rato for the 20:00 kick-off → hop Metro Line 1 from Cinelândia to Catete for Glorioso’s 20:00 choro (or reverse this stop if you prefer more seated listening) → finish in Botafogo (Audio Rebel 20:00; short ride from Catete) → optional late-night wind-down in Copacabana at Bip Bip.
Getting around & quick tips
- Metro targets: Cinelândia/Lapa area, Catete (Glorioso), Botafogo (Audio Rebel), Siqueira Campos (Bip Bip). Use taxis/apps for door-to-door after midnight.
- Carry an ID for venue entry. Most venues accept cards; small bars may prefer cash.
- Lapa is busy on Tuesdays but still keep phones zipped and avoid dark side streets when walking between bars.
Rio Nightlife Guide for Tuesday, September 23, 2025