Events

Kyivska Perepichka

Kyivska Perepichka Presented by Ukraine Harmony Foundation Tuesday, April 29 Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Please note: This play is performed in the Ukrainian language Tickets HERE Про виставу: «Київська перепічка» – щемка

Daniel Samper: Circombia

Daniel Samper is a Columbian born comedian and columnist. He is a satirical commentator whose main objective is to poke fun at politicians (mostly of conservative convictions) under the styles of satire and black humor. Don’t miss his show CIRCUMBIA, live at the Rio Theatre on Saturday, May 3. Please note

CJ The X: You’re Not God, I Am!

CJ The X: You’re Not God, I Am! The Case Study of the Century Our taboo desire for social status, the anthropomorphization of God, and the most pivotal rap beef of our generation. CJ The X  is an independent interdisciplinary artist and an autodidactic philosopher. They have

Kevin Nealon LIVE!

KEVIN NEALON Presented by Gotpop? Concerts The Rio Theatre is pleased to welcome Kevin Nealon to the stage for a night of standup comedy on Sunday, August 24. Sunday, August 24 Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive

Shorts of Sorts

In collaboration with the Rio Theatre, Antisocial AV CLUB presents an evening of curated short films, from your little screens to our big one. With skate videos to animation and music videos, we’ve got a little something for everyone. Join us in our first event of the year to celebrate

2026 HUMP! Film Festival – Spring Lineup

HUMP! is an independent film festival and touring live event that celebrates sex-positive storytelling, DIY creativity, and communal experience. With roots in underground culture and a reputation for fearless curation, HUMP! continues to redefine how intimacy, humor, and art intersect on screen. HUMP! is not traditional

Shirley Gnome: Album Release Party

Join East Vancouver’s queen comedy chanteuse Shirley Gnome as she celebrates her sixth full length album “Live, Bare and Natural”, courtesy of Comedy Here Often? Records. Known for her unique blend of country, rock, pop and folk with witty, subversive lyrics, her comedy songwriting prowess has had

Titmouse Animation: 5 Second Day… Night! 2026

5 Second Day… Night!!! Is BACK! Come celebrate the 20th anniversary of 5 Second Day at the Vancouver premiere of Titmouse’s one-of-a-kind annual animation showcase. This special anniversary edition will feature a unique, uncensored compilation of brand new short-form cartoons created by Titmouse animators and creative staff as

Ricardo O’Farrill: Corto Circuito

RICARDO O’FARRILL: Corto Circuito Presented by PRODUCTION MAYAM Acclaimed Mexican comedian Ricardo “Richie” O’Farrill returns to the stage with a show that promises to be as hilarious as it is emotional: Corto Circuito. After a career marked by successes on international platforms such as Netflix and his

Mountains on Stage: Summer 2025

Mountains on Stage is back at the Rio Theatre for its Summer 2025 edition on Wednesday, April 23. This renowned international festival aims to bring the mountains to the city and to share all the beauty of mountain sports! A selection of the best films related to mountain activities are

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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