(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Tonight in Rio: Celebrating the Dia Nacional do Samba with a special program at Carioca da Gema-“A Voz da Mulher Negra” roda (19:30) and show by Três a Varejo (20:30)-roots samba at Rio Scenarium (19:00), intimate bossa nova sets at Beco das Garrafas (20:00), and a jazz session at Blue Note Rio (20:00). Links for details are below.

Top Picks Tonight Dia do Samba: A Voz da Mulher Negra & Três a Varejo - Carioca da Gema (19:30)

• Why picked: Special Dia Nacional do Samba edition with a free roda de conversa on Black women's voices in samba, followed by a classic roda-authentic cultural immersion for expats honoring Rio's rhythmic heritage.
• Start: Roda 19:30 (free); Show 20:30
• Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 79, Lapa (Centro)
• Website: href="" target="_blank" com/show

Roots Samba Evening - Rio Scenarium (19:00)

• Why picked: Antique-filled multi-level venue pulses with roots samba -vibrant yet cultured atmosphere blending history and beats, ideal for expats on a samba-celebrating night.
• Start: 19:00 onward
• Address: Rua do Lavradio, 20, Centro
• Website: href="" target="_blank" co

Bossa Nova Evening - Beco das Garrafas (20:00)

• Why picked: Intimate performances in the birthplace of bossa nova-cozy, melodic sets near Copacabana beach, a refined complement to the city's samba festivities.
• Start: 20:00
• Address: Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana (Little Club)
• Event page: href="" target="_blank" com/principal/event

Jazz Session - Blue Note Rio (20:00)

• Why picked: Sophisticated jazz in a world-renowned club overlooking Copacabana-elegant, high-quality sounds for expats seeking a cosmopolitan vibe amid samba celebrations.
• Start: 20:00
• Address: Avenida Atlântica, 1910, Copacabana
• Website: href="" target="_blank" co

Also notable

• Pedra do Sal Roda de Samba (19:00 onward) - Largo Pedro do Sal, Centro. Free street samba; heightened energy on Dia do Samba.
• Bar scenes in Baixo Copa or Lapa streets - Casual drinks and spontaneous toasts to samba in expat-friendly areas.

Suggested route

Centro/Lapa: Begin at Rio Scenarium (19:00) for roots samba, then 10-minute walk to Carioca da Gema (19:30) for the Dia do Samba special-historic district samba trail.

Copacabana: Start with Blue Note jazz (20:00), then short stroll to Beco das Garrafas (20:00) for bossa nova-relaxed oceanside evening.

Getting around & quick tips

• Use registered taxis/ride-hailing between Lapa, Centro and Copacabana; Metro reliable pre-midnight (Carioca ↔ Siqueira Campos). Expect festive crowds on Dia do Samba.
• Arrive 20–30 minutes early for seated venues; bring photo ID. Most accept cards; free roda at Carioca da Gema is first-come, first-served.

Listings gathered for Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (Dia Nacional do Samba). Recheck venue sites for any last-minute programming close to showtime.

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