Top Rio de Janeiro Adults-only Shows

Elected one of the best places in the world in 2025 by TIME magazine, the Roxy Dinner Show is the new icon of Brazilian tourism. In the heart of Rio de Janeiro, it offers a sophisticated experience that elevates the city’s nightlife. Guests enjoy an international dinner of three stages accompanied by 1/2 bottle of sparkling, with Brazilian essence, where each dish celebrates the various regions of the country. The exclusive show “Aquele Abraço” takes the audience on a sensory journey through the rich traditions of Brazil, combining music, dance and culture in a unique artistic celebration. A unique immersion in the soul of Brazil, an unforgettable experience. Explore and live the experience!

While in Rio de Janeiro, go out for a night in the city with this admission ticket to see the live show Ginga Tropical at Leblon theater. This 1.5-hour show is in its fifth year running, and it gives you an interactive tour of Brazilian culture through dance, music, and live performance. Watch as artists combine frevo, Capoeira, and other methods of entertainment. At the end of the show, you can even join in as the cast invites the audience to samba with them in a Carnival-inspired finale.

The Lapa district of Rio de Janeiro is renowned for its buzzing nightlife and live music scene. With this evening pub crawl, discover the neighborhood at its most atmospheric as you visit popular local pubs and bars, sip a free shot of cachaça, and listen to live samba or forró music. Accompanied by your guide and group of party-seeking travelers, enjoy a fun night out with VIP admission and special offers on drinks.

Rio de Janeiro is the home of samba, a lively type of Afro-Brazilian music and dance that's seen at the festival of Carnaval. If you want an immersive way to learn more about samba, skip professional performances and instead, try out a dance class and visit a real samba nightclub. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, an instructor is on hand to guide you through the steps. After mastering the basic movements, head out to show off on the dance floor.

Visit the islands of Angra do Reis aboard a boat on this excursion from Rio de Janeiro. Relax as the boat sails through the deep blue waters and you watch the vibrant green of the Atlantic forest pass by on the shoreline. Get a chance to interact with some local dolphins and participate in water sports (own expense). Disembark on some of the small islands to explore the beaches, shop the open-air markets for local handicrafts and sidle up to one of the beach bars for a drink. Lunch on board the boat and round-trip transportation from Rio hotels are included.

Rio de Janeiro is one of the best places to experience Brazil’s famous samba. On this tour, experience Rio’s legendary nightlife with a local guide to show you all the best spots. Visit popular samba bars, nightclubs, and little-known local haunts; watch live samba musicians and dancers in action; and join the fun as you hit the dancefloor.

Attend the Ginga Tropical Show, a dance and music that allows you to learn about Brazil's vibrant history and culture through its traditional music and dance. During this show, see talented performers dance the lambada, samba and bossa nova dressed in outrageous Carnival costumes. Hear folklore from around the diverse country, live drumming and the Brazilian martial art: capoeira.