Canecão, Entertainment center in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Canecão is a multi-purpose hall in Botafogo designed to host concerts, shows, and various entertainment events. The main performance space offered flexible seating arrangements to accommodate different types of productions.
The hall opened in 1967 and operated for over four decades as an active entertainment venue before closing in 2010 due to legal disputes. Its long years of operation made it a stable fixture in Rio's music and events landscape.
The venue served as a gathering place where performers and audiences connected across generations, shaping how people in Rio experienced live music. Its presence in Botafogo became part of the neighborhood's cultural fabric and identity.
The venue is located in Botafogo, a central neighborhood with good access to public transportation. Visitors should check current event schedules and operational status beforehand, as the facility's availability can change.
Over its decades of operation, the venue hosted both Brazilian music legends like Pixinguinha and Tom Jobim alongside international stars such as Ray Charles and Black Sabbath. This mix of national and world-class artists gave it a special place in Rio's musical history.
Location: Rio de Janeiro
GPS coordinates: -22.95583,-43.17724
Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:27
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