Events
The Rio Theatre Burlesque & Variety Show – April Edition
A copious cavalcade of top notch talent and captivating cabaret await at The Rio Theatre Burlesque & Variety Show on Saturday, April 25! Local luminary April O’Peel has curated a show full of wonder sure to dazzle and delight our fun loving audience! The theme is NO THEME! That’s right! These talented
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Witness the debut performance of 16 emerging dance and interdisciplinary artists. A labour of experimentation, independence, and virtuosity; this performance features 15 original works that explore the individual as part of groups, constant distance, and the dedication to original thought in the styles of contemporary, jazz, hiphop, ballet, and more.
Eraserheads: Combo On The Run
A film screening. A live concert. A piece of history. For one night only at the Rio Theatre, experience an advance screening of ERASERHEADS: COMBO ON THE RUN followed by a special live performance by Ely Buendia, legendary frontman of one of the most influential bands in Filipino pop culture. Be
Extra Lives: Interactive Video Game Concert
Extra Lives is the world’s first Audience RPG — a live choose-your-own-adventure concert where the audience becomes the main character. Using their phones, the crowd votes at key moments to decide how the story unfolds, sending the adventure down different narrative paths while the music is performed
Joanne McNally: Pinotphile VENUE CHANGE!
UPDATE: This show has been moved to the ORPHEUM THEATRE. Ticket-holders for this show have been contacted and issued refunds (March 17). The performance will still be taking place on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 7:00pm. Please note that your original ticket(s) for the
Davide de Pierro
The iconic “Half Italian, Half Jersey Boy” brings his viral dating stories and emotional reflections to live audiences this fall. Outback Presents is proud to announce that viral storyteller, author, and live performer Davide de Pierro will bring his unique live storytelling experience to Canada this fall with three special
The Sunset Sideshow
STEP RIGHT UP STEP RIGHT UP and join us at Rio Theatre on Tuesday, May 5, for a night of drag that will blow you away! Vajayjay Abrams hosts an iconic lineup of Canada’s Drag Race stars from across the country including Vancouver’s very own
JFL Vancouver: Ron Funches
Just For Laughs Vancouver Presents Ron Funches Friday, November 13 – 2nd Show Added! Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Tickets HERE Doors 9:00 pm | Show 9:30 pm *Start time subject to change.
Kim Dong Ha (김동하)
For the first time in Vancouver, Korean stand-up sensation Kim Dong Ha (김동하) brings his hit comedy tour to the Rio Theatre. “Stand-Up Comedy Made in Korea” delivers sharp, high-energy humor rooted in Korean culture — from family dynamics and generational clashes to dating, social pressure, and the absurdities of
The International Fly Fishing Film Festival
The International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4) returns with a curated collection of world-class films spanning conservation, family, adventure and culture, including a standout short featuring prominent American chef and cultural storyteller David Chang chasing permit in Mexico. Among the films featured are: Against the Current —