Events

Run N Gun 2026 Kickoff Screening & Party

Join us for an epic kickoff party for the Run N Gun 2026 season! The evening begins with a low pressure optional hour of “Cast & Crew Speed Dating,” where filmmakers and talent unite, sparking collaborations that bring unique visions to life. Following this networking session, get hyped for a

Movie Buff 2: A Cult Movie Burlesque Show

Welcome to a world where cult cinema intersects with the sultry art of burlesque. Where strange storylines unfold and your favorite characters are parodied unlike ever before!  At MOVIE BUFF 2: A Cult Movie Burlesque Show, the stage will come alive with fierce performances that will make you want

Nikola Đuričko: Showbiz?

Nikola Đuričko Presented by System Entertainment Join us at the Rio Theatre on Thursday, April 24 for a live performance from actor and comic Nikola Đuričko (“Stranger Things”). Thursday, April 24 Doors 6:00 pm | Event 7:00 pm *Start time subject to to change. Please arrive

VIMFF 2025 | Reel Rock 19

The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival (VIMFF) returns to the Rio Theatre with Reel Rock 19, April 1 & 2. Reel Rock 19: Immerse yourself in four gripping new climbing films from across the globe. Presented by The North Face and supported by Black Diamond and Yeti. Tuesday,

Ashwyn Singh: Wrong Singh To Say Tour

Ashwyn Singh comes to the Rio Theatre‘s stage with his latest show on Thursday, September 18. Thursday, September 18 Doors 6:00 pm | Show 6:45 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. VVIP (Front Row) $45 + s/c VIP (Rows B-F) $35+

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: Optimized Grass Touching

How to lock in, optimize your grindset and work harder than anyone else at living a wholesome balanced meaningful life. CJ The X a Toronto based independent artist and philosopher that began making YouTube videos in 2021. Since then they’ve amassed over 350 thousand subscribers, 15 million views, a

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

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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