Events

Artcell Live in Vancouver

Get ready, Vancouver! Dhaka Club Vancouver brings you Artcell Live in Vancouver at the iconic Rio Theatre on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Known as one of Bangladesh’s most influential progressive rock/metal bands, Artcell has captivated fans for decades with powerful vocals, unforgettable guitar work, deep lyrics, and an electrifying stage presence. From

JFL Vancouver: Rayna Greenberg

Just For Laughs Vancouver presents: RAYNA GREENBERG: Honestly, It’s You. Rayna Greenberg is an entertainer and podcaster best known as the co-host of the chart-topping comedy and relationship podcast Girls Gotta Eat. With over 150 million downloads and more than 250 sold-out live shows around the globe,

Jenny Tian

Join us at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, November 22 for a performances from the very funny and talented Australian comic, Jenny Tian. Sunday, November 22 Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm VIP Tickets (First 5 rows, Centre section) $47.25 + s/c Main Floor (Assigned

Cirque Du Slay – A Queer Circus Spectacle

Slay. Serve. Circus! 2025’s Sold-Out Circus Show Returns to the Rio Theatre This July! Think you know circus? Think again. On Thursday, July 30th, Du Jour Marketing and April O’Peel Productions brings Cirque Du Slay back to the Rio Theatre for a one-night-only spectacle of drag, circus,

James Franco’s “Desert Films”

Join us May 29-30 at the Rio Theatre for “Desert Films,” a bold, live stage work starring Academy Award–nominated actor and filmmaker James Franco and Blaine Kern in a cinematic storytelling series exploring the nature and cost of fame. Written, directed, and starring Franco—who also created the artwork for the

Travis Holp: Life After Life Live

Travis Holp Live is an unforgettable evening of connection, healing, and hope. Join internationally known medium and author Travis Holp as he delivers powerful, evidential messages from loved ones in spirit to members of the audience. Blending heart and insight, Travis reminds audiences that love never dies, and that our connections to those

LLoyd Cole

Lloyd Cole will take to the road in 2026 with a run of solo shows in North America, including a stop in Vancouver at the Rio Theatre on Thursday, October 15. Cole’s elegant solo live performances in recent years have been predominantly acoustic, but for these concerts he has decided

CAFTCAD Presents: The Art of Costume Design

CAFTCAD Presents: The Art of Costume Design In partnership with the Rio Theatre  Join us for a special afternoon celebrating the artistry, storytelling, and craft behind costume design for film and television. This in-depth panel and Q&A bringing together three internationally acclaimed, award-winning designers whose work has shaped some

Wes Barker

Wes Barker is the funniest magician touring today! Wild tricks, hilarious stories, and incredible feats. A magic show like you’ve never experienced. You may recognize Wes from his TV show (Big Trick Energy) or other appearances on Kill Tony, America’s Got Talent, Ellen, Syfy, MTV, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us (which

TROVADORAS: A Celebration of Women Songwriters of Latin America

VLACC is proud to once again present Canto Vivo in Concert with TROVADORAS: A Celebration of Women Songwriters of Latin America, an afternoon honouring the powerful and poetic women whose songs have helped shape the musical soul of Latin America. Before renowned divas and crooners delighted international audiences with their renditions of Gracias a la

About The Rio

Voted the #1 Independent Theatre in Vancouver, the Rio Theatre is a multimedia venue featuring arthouse, mainstream and cult-classic cinemas as well as live entertainment. Built in 1938, the Rio has been fully restored with a state of the art digital projector, surround sound, a huge stage and 420 luxurious seats.

1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC

Phone: 604.879.3456

Info Line: 604.878.3456

Email: info@riotheatre.ca

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