Monday June 1 is the marquee samba night of the carioca week. Pedra do Sal's named roda plays from 19h at Largo João da Baiana — the Pequena África cobblestones, free, the deepest musicians of the week.

Saturday opens at 24°C in Rio de Janeiro with just 10% rain — the clearest day of the week and the outdoor window the city has been waiting for after five days of showers.

Saturday is the strongest night of the Rio week. Two simultaneous anchor shows running head to head: Os Garotin launch "Força da Juventude" at Circo Voador at 20h.

Sunday opens at 24°C in Rio de Janeiro with 25% rain — manageable, with a clear morning window before any afternoon showers.

Rio de Janeiro nightlife guide for Sunday May 31 — Cantorias at Blue Note Rio 19h, Pedra do Sal roda free. 24°C, 25% rain.

Monday June 1 is the marquee samba night of the carioca week. Pedra do Sal's named roda plays from 19h at Largo João da Baiana — the Pequena África cobblestones, free, the deepest…