(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Tonight's easy wins: Zeca Baleiro at Casa de Francisca (Consolação), Drag Queens Halloween Edition at Bourbon Street (Moema), Lu Lopes canta Rita Lee at Casa de Francisca [Porão] (Consolação), and Carlos Ribeiro Trio at All of Jazz (Itaim Bibi).

Also notable: Tom Zé at Sesc Bom Retiro (Bom Retiro) and DJ Mimi da Silva at Casa de Francisca [Largo] (Consolação).

Top Picks Tonight Casa de Francisca - Zeca Baleiro: O Samba Não É de Ninguém (samba)

• Why picked: Experienced songwriter showcases his samba album with traditional ensemble-perfect introduction to Brazilian rhythms for expats.
• Start: 21:30
• Address: R. Quintino Bocaiúva, 22, Consolação
• Info: Casa de Francisca - programação
• Tickets: Casa de Francisca - ingressos. IG announcement

Bourbon Street - Drag Queens: Halloween Edition (performance)

• Why picked: Vibrant drag show with a spooky twist, offering entertaining nightlife in a classic venue-ideal for expats seeking festive, inclusive fun.
• Start: 21:30
• Address: R. dos Chanés, 127, Moema
• Info: Bourbon Street - programação
• Tickets: Bourbon Street - Drag Queens

Casa de Francisca - Lu Lopes canta Rita Lee (pop/rock tribute)

• Why picked: Faithful tribute to legendary Rita Lee in an intimate setting-appealing for expats interested in Brazil's musical icons.
• Start: 21:30
• Address: R. Quintino Bocaiúva, 22, Consolação
• Info: Casa de Francisca - programação
• Tickets: Casa de Francisca - ingressos. IG announcement

All of Jazz - Carlos Ribeiro Trio (jazz)

• Why picked: Talented jazz trio delivering live improvisation in a dedicated jazz spot-sophisticated option for expats craving global sounds.
• Start: 21:30
• Address: R. João Cachoeira, 1366, Itaim Bibi
• Website: All of Jazz
• Tickets: All of Jazz - site

Also notable

• Sesc Bom Retiro - Tom Zé (experimental/MPB) - Start: 21:00; Address: Alameda Nothmann, 185, Bom Retiro; Tickets: Songkick - Tom Zé.
• Casa de Francisca - DJ Mimi da Silva (ancestral sounds) - Start: 18:30; Address: R. Quintino Bocaiúva, 22, Consolação; Info: Casa de Francisca (free entry).

Suggested route

18:20 arrive in Consolação → 18:30 DJ Mimi (Casa de Francisca) → 20:30 stay for Lu Lopes or Zeca Baleiro (21:30) → 22:40 rideshare to Itaim Bibi for Carlos Ribeiro Trio (All of Jazz) - or head north to Bom Retiro for Tom Zé (21:00) then south to Moema for Drag Queens (Bourbon Street 21:30).

Getting around & quick tips

• Consolação ↔ Itaim Bibi ↔ Moema ↔ Bom Retiro legs run ~20–40 min by app rides on Thursdays; schedule pickups after performances.
• Carry photo ID; casual to smart-casual attire fits. Verify ticket details and door times beforehand.
• Casa de Francisca and All of Jazz provide intimate atmospheres-arrive early for optimal seating.

Note: Listings verified for Thursday, Oct 30, 2025 (America/São_Paulo). Always recheck the ticket/venue page for last-minute changes.

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