There’s New Year’s Eve beyond Copacabana: check out other party options for the countdown in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro
Pagode and funk are among the rhythms set to liven up 2025 celebrations
For those looking to escape the traditional New Year's Eve at Copacabana Beach, there's still time to choose an event to ring in 2025 with excitement. Here are some alternative options.
Museum of Modern Art
Recently reopened after renovations, the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) will host a New Year's festival. The event, named Réveillon Maravilha, begins at 9 p.m. and features two stages in addition to a large dance floor. Performers include stars like Xande de Pilares and Jorge Aragão, alongside L7nnon, Caio Luccas, Biel do Furduncinho, Pagodelas, DJ RV, and DJ Chu, showcasing a variety of genres such as samba, funk, and electronic music.
There are two ticket types, both inclusive of food and drinks. The difference is that one offers an exclusive area, waiter service, private restrooms, and exclusive dining. Prices start at R$450 per person. Tickets available at reveillonmaravilharj.com.br/.
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Jockey Club
The Jockey Club will host the 18th edition of the Rio Réveillon party, running from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. It offers views of the Christ the Redeemer statue and the Copacabana Beach fireworks display. Featured acts include Monobloco, Primeiro Amor, GrooveBox, and DJ performances.
There are three ticket options: one without food but with an open bar, another with both food and drinks included, featuring table service, a buffet, and fixed bars. The premium option provides reserved tables, exclusive entry and restrooms, waiter service, and unlimited food and drinks. Tickets start at R$390, available at ingresse.com.br.
Morro da Urca
Morro da Urca hosts the Réveillon do Morro, featuring samba music and a buffet full of Brazilian flavors. The location offers a prime view of the Copacabana fireworks. Headlining the event is Maria Rita. Tickets start at R$1,590 at reveillondomorro.com.
Clube AABB
The Rooftop Lagoa AABB will be the venue for the White Rooftop party, with views of Christ the Redeemer and the Copacabana fireworks. All food and beverages are included. Prices start at R$890 via ingresse.com.br.
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Clube de Remo do Flamengo
Located by the Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, the Clube de Remo do Flamengo will host Réveillon SouRio with the pagode group Sorriso Maroto as the main attraction. The premium all-inclusive event features open bar and food. Tickets start at R$690.
Arena Jockey
The Arena Jockey, set up at Praça Santos Dumont 31, will host the Revéillon Tropical, featuring performances by Ludmilla, Ferrugem, +5521, and DJ Set from the Arca de Noé. The event includes an open bar and all-inclusive gastronomy. Tickets start at R$830 at bilheteriadigital.com.
Marina da Glória
The Vista Réveillon at the Marina will feature Anitta and the pagode group Menos é Mais, with food and drinks included. Tickets start at R$895 via ingresse.com.br.
Sociedade Hípica Brasileira
Near the base of Corcovado Mountain and close to the lagoon, the Sociedade Hípica Brasileira will host the fifth edition of the Sal party, featuring acts like DDP Diretoria, Mixed Squad, Buchecha, Maia, and guest DJs. The event is all-inclusive with open bar and food. Starting at R$840 at bilheteriadigital.com.
Mandarim
The Mandarim restaurant will hold the Réveillon Mandarim, an Asian-themed party with musical attractions including Furacão 2000, Bloco Chora Me Liga, and Feyjão. The venue offers views of Christ the Redeemer and the Jockey Club gardens. Tickets start at R$590 per person, available at ingresse.com.br.
On a Boat
Those wishing to celebrate aboard a boat can choose the Réveillon 2025 Escuna, featuring food and drinks. The boat departs at 9 p.m. from Marina da Glória and will have a dance floor and DJs, anchoring at Copacabana for the midnight celebration. Tickets start at R$990 via sympla.com.br.
Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas
The Aldeia space at the lagoon will host a party with acts like Caju Pra Baixo, Jorginho Faria, Rapha Mendes, and DJ Mitto. Open bar and food, with tickets starting at R$750 through Sympla.
Espaço Rampa
In Botafogo, with views of Sugarloaf Mountain, Espaço Rampa will hold the Réveillon do (A)Mar party. A wristband will be provided for those wishing to visit Copacabana for the fireworks display. From the venue, spectators can see the fireworks at Niterói and Flamengo Beach. The event will also feature a carnival block and DJs. Tickets start at R$600 through Sympla.
Clube Botafogo
The Botafogo headquarters will host the Réveillon Estrella, an all-inclusive event featuring acts like Toda Forma de Amor, Furacão 2000, Bruno Bonatto, Botafogo Samba Clube, and DJs. Tickets start at R$550, also available on Sympla.
The translation of this text into english was carried out by Project Irineu, O GLOBO's initiative to develop artificial intelligence tools. Here is the link to the original report.