Events

The Bicycle Film Fesival: Urban Bike Shorts

The Bicycle Film Festival (BFF)been celebrating bicycles through art, film and music over the last 24 years. BFF spanned the world in over 100 cities worldwide to an audience of over one million people. BFF Vancouver presents two short film programs: Adventure shorts and Urban Bike shorts.

The Bicycle Film Festival: Adventure Shorts

The Bicycle Film Festival (BFF)been celebrating bicycles through art, film and music over the last 24 years. BFF spanned the world in over 100 cities worldwide to an audience of over one million people. BFF Vancouver presents two short film programs: Adventure shorts and Urban Bike shorts.

The Motorcycle Film Festival (TMFF)

The Motorcycle Film Festival (TMFF) returns to the Rio Theatre on Friday, May 24 with a fresh lineup of throttle-twisting films. Remember last year’s blast? We’re gearing up to make this year even more unforgettable. Expect everything from the adrenaline rush of Flat Track racing to inspiring women who are

Idol Worship: An Evening with Mink Stole & Peaches Christ

An intimate, revelatory, and heartfelt cabaret show starring living legend and cult film icon Mink Stole alongside San Francisco drag impresario, filmmaker Peaches Christ. Mink and Peaches have been close friends for over two decades, and they would like you to join them for an evening of storytelling,

Jonathan Nemer LIVE!

Jonathan Nemer Presented by Brazilian Stage Jonathan Nemer, one of today’s prominent Brazilian comedians known for his online and on-stage presence, will perform in Canada for the first time. Please note: This show will be in Portuguese. Wednesday, June 5 Doors 7:00 pm

David Nihill: Shelf Help

Irish comedian David Nihill graces the Rio Theatre‘s stage on Saturday, November 30 with his new show, “Shelf Help.” Saturday, November 30 EXTREMELY LOW TICKET ALERT (Less than 25 tix remain)! Doors 6:00 pm | Event 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on

The Best of VIMFF: Best of Climbing

The Vancouver International Film Festival returns to the Rio Theatre April 21-23 with The Best of VIMFF! Curated from the past year of Festivals, this is the definitive tick list of climbing films. Epic lines and dreamy views celebrate community, history, and tenacity. Tuesday, April

The Best of VIMFF: Best of BC

The Vancouver International Film Festival returns to the Rio Theatre April 21-23 with The Best of VIMFF! Seven beautiful BC films celebrate the diversity of its landscape and its people. With a special presentation by hiking guidebook author Taryn Eyton. Monday, April 22 Doors

The Best of VIMFF: Best of Biking

The Vancouver International Film Festival returns to the Rio Theatre April 21-23 with The Best of VIMFF! If bike films had a playlist, this would be it. Drop in on the highlights from the past three Festivals, including ten outstanding films. Sunday, April 21

Run N Gun 2024: Kickoff Screening & Party

Join us for an electrifying kickoff party for the Run N Gun Film Competition! The evening begins with an exhilarating hour of “Cast & Crew Speed Dating,” where filmmakers and talent unite, sparking collaborations that bring unique visions to life. Following this dynamic networking session, immerse yourself in the

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

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