cariocas have strong family values which can be seen through many of the activities locals engage in with their children during the day and nighttime - family outings during the evening include going to malls as well as dining at a restaurant.

it is common to see parents and friends out with their children to resto-bars enjoying a nice meal and drinks with some music in the background - particularly during soccer season, family and friends can be seen together watching the game and cheering for a win while wearing their supporting teams' jersey.