(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Tonight in Rio: Alana Valentte performs samba classics at Carioca da Gema (19:30), César Machado Trio with Andrea Montezuma delivers bossa jazz at Beco das Garrafas (20:00), Yumi Park takes the stage at Bottle's Bar (21:00), and Rio Scenarium hosts its vibrant samba & feijoada session (from 12:00, evening 20:00). Links for details and tickets are below.

Top Picks Tonight Alana Valentte - Carioca da Gema (19:30)

• Why picked: Carioca singer and composer, percussionist from GRES Estácio de Sá since age 10, interprets Cartola, Paulinho da Viola, and Ivone Lara-authentic samba energy for expats immersing in Rio's rhythmic heritage.
• Start: 19:30
• Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 79, Lapa (Centro)
• Website: href="" target="_blank" com/show

César Machado Trio convida Andrea Montezuma - Beco das Garrafas (20:00)

• Why picked: Guitar-led bossa nova and jazz fusion in the historic birthplace of the genre-intimate, sophisticated sets ideal for expats enjoying refined beachside culture.
• Start: 20:00 (Little Club)
• Address: Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana
• Event page: href="" target="_blank" com/event/cesar-machado-4-1

Yumi Park - Beco das Garrafas (21:00)

• Why picked: Late-night MPB and jazz vocals in Copacabana 's cozy bar setting-vibrant yet accessible for expats extending their evening with melodic Brazilian sounds.
• Start: 21:00 (Bottle's Bar)
• Address: Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana
• Event page: href="" target="_blank" com/event/yumi-park-3

Samba & Feijoada - Rio Scenarium (day from 12:00, evening 20:00)

• Why picked: Daytime feijoada with live samba (13:00–16:00) transitions to rootsy evening rhythms in an antique-filled Centro venue-full carioca experience for expats blending culture and dance.
• Start: Day 12:00 (feijoada 13:00–16:00); Evening 20:00–03:00
• Address: Rua do Lavradio, 20, Centro
• Website: href="" target="_blank" co

Also notable

• Ipanema Bossa Jazz - Teatro Cândido Mendes (19:00) - Rua do Lavradio, 20, Ipanema. Contemporary Brazilian music night; details via Sympla.
• Pedra do Sal Roda de Samba (19:00 onward) - Largo Pedro do Sal, Centro. Free spontaneous street samba; authentic communal vibe.

Suggested route

Centro/Lapa: Begin daytime at Rio Scenarium's feijoada (13:00), evening to Carioca da Gema (19:30) for Alana Valentte-seamless historic progression.

Copacabana: César Machado at Beco Little Club (20:00) to Yumi Park at Bottle's (21:00)-intimate beachfront bossa/jazz evening.

Getting around & quick tips

• Use registered taxis/ride-hailing between Centro, Lapa, and Copacabana; Metro reliable pre-midnight (Carioca ↔ Siqueira Campos).
• Arrive 20–30 minutes early for seated rooms; bring photo ID. Most venues accept cards.

Listings gathered for Thursday, December 4, 2025. Recheck ticket status and set times close to showtime.

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