Samba de Lei plays Carioca da Gema in Lapa tonight, doors 19:30 and show 20:30, entry R$30. Rock in Rio returns tomorrow for its final weekend.
Rio de Janeiro · Nightlife
Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight — September 10, 2026
If You Only Go to One Place
Samba de Lei at Carioca da Gema
A roda of experienced players in the heart of Lapa, built on samba de raiz. Doors open at 19:30, the main show starts at 20:30, and entry is R$30 (about US$6).
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