São Paulo Nightlife Guide For Friday, January 9, 2026

(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Tonight's easy wins: Maglore at Sesc Ipiranga (Ipiranga), Orquestra Imperial: Erasmo Imperial at Casa de Francisca [Salão] (Consolação), DJ Felipe Q (Mexico vinyl selection) at Casa de Francisca [Largo] (Consolação, free), and potential tribute or jazz night at Blue Note (Paulista).

Also notable: Recurring jazz sessions at Bourbon Street (Moema) and spontaneous bar scenes in Vila Madalena/Pinheiros.

Top Picks Tonight Sesc Ipiranga - Maglore (indie rock/pop)

• Why picked: Acclaimed Brazilian indie band performs hits including“Às Vezes um Clichê” and“Café Com Pão” in a cultural center-engaging, melodic rock ideal for expats discovering contemporary local sounds in an accessible venue.
• Start: 20:00
• Address: Sesc Ipiranga, São Paulo
• Info: Sesc SP - programação
• Tickets: Sesc - ingressos (check for availability)

Casa de Francisca - Orquestra Imperial: Erasmo Imperial (releituras de Erasmo Carlos) (rock/MPB)

• Why picked: Standing-room salão show featuring reinterpretations of Erasmo Carlos classics with vocalists Nina Becker, Emanuelle Araujo, Matheus VK, and Thalma de Freitas-energetic, nostalgic Brazilian rock tribute in a historic atmosphere.
• Start: 22:00
• Address: R. Quintino Bocaiúva, 22, Consolação
• Info: Casa de Francisca - programação
• Tickets: Casa de Francisca - ingressos

Casa de Francisca - DJ Felipe Q (México) (vinyl selection/world)

• Why picked: Free early-evening DJ set focused on diverse vinyl cultures-eclectic, groove-oriented warm-up in an open-air largo, perfect for expats easing into the night with global sounds.
• Start: 19:00
• Address: R. Quintino Bocaiúva, 22, Consolação
• Info: Casa de Francisca - programação
• Tickets: Free entry

Bourbon Street - Toda Terça Um Jazz (jazz series)

• Why picked: Weekly jazz showcase in a premier New Orleans-style venue-consistent, high-quality improvisational music for expats enjoying sophisticated sounds.
• Start: 20:30
• Address: R. dos Chanés, 127, Moema
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• Tickets: Bourbon Street - programação

Also notable

• Blue Note - Potential Tribute or Jazz Set - Start: 20:00; Address: Av. Paulista, 2073; Info: bluenotesp/shows.
• Vila Madalena/Pinheiros - Bar Live Music - From ~20:00; Bohemian districts with possible sets.

Suggested route

18:30 arrive in Consolação → 19:00 DJ Felipe Q (Casa de Francisca Largo, free) → 20:30 stay for Orquestra Imperial (Salão 22:00) → 21:30 rideshare to Paulista for George Michael Tribute (Blue Note) → late to Moema for jazz (Bourbon Street).

Getting around & quick tips

• Consolação ↔ Paulista ↔ Moema trips average 15–30 min via app on Fridays; moderate weekend traffic.
• Bring ID; smart-casual attire suits venues. Confirm QR codes and doors via apps before heading out.
• Casa de Francisca Largo is free/open-air-early arrival for spots; Blue Note seated-reserve if possible.

Note: Listings verified for Friday, Jan 9, 2026 (America/São_Paulo). Early-year Fridays offer varied options; always recheck the ticket/venue page for last-minute changes.

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