funk carioca and baile funk are evidence of the rich cultural potential of favelas, and the widespread popularity of the music attests to an affinity between residents of the hills and those who live in more affluent areas.

a sneak preview of authentic baile funks in rio de janeiro can be seen here - published by the acclaimed photographer vincent rosenblatt, this website shows hundreds of great pictures of a variety of bailes funk throughout brazil, including in rio de janeiro.

we have a section of the listing some of the best events and places to enjoy funk carioca in rio de janeiro, on any night of the week - importantly, we also have a safety section to be read by all who choose to attend bailes funk in the favelas of rio on this link.