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MRG  Live Presents Kristin Key Kristin Key is a nationally headlining, queer, musical comedian with sold-out shows nationwide . Her hilarious viral videos — including the iconic LESBIAN NATIONAL ANTHEM — have garnered over 92.2 million views from more than 590,000+ dedicated followers across social media. Using comedy as a way to uplift her community … Read more

Drag Attack is BACK! And this time we’re serving New Year, Same Me. Join award-winning host and social media superstar Dandy at his award-winning show Drag Attack: Resolutions. It’s 2025, so embrace the chaos! While the world crumbles around us, and YVR airport sinks into the ocean, there’s only one certainty, you’re in for a night of fun, … Read more

Vancouver! Korean rock girl band ROLLING QUARTZ are coming to the U.S. and Canada on their 2nd tour titled Stand Up. The girls are ready to takeover the city on May 23, 2025 at the Rio Theatre! Rolling Quartz (롤링쿼츠) is a Korean rock band that debuted in 2020. They consist of 5 members: Arem, Hyunjung, Iree, Jayoung and Yeongeun. Friday, … Read more

Because our screen is bigger. Waaaaaaaay bigger. That’s why. Enjoy the ultimate game day experience on Sunday, February 8 for Super Bowl LX, as the Seattle Seahawks take on the New England Patriots at our annual (not to mention FREE!) screening and watch party at the Rio Theatre. Featuring half time show performance from Puerto Rican … Read more

Come spend New Years Eve with Vancouver’s funnest, longest running variety show, Paul Anthony’s Talent Time: New Year’s Eve at the Rio Theatre! A night of comedy, music, dance and ridiculous fun. Stick around for a late night video dance party and the ball drop with 400+ of your closest friends! Paul will be finding new … Read more

Because botox looks better on the big screen! Join us at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, January 11 for our annual Golden Globe Awards watch party. This year’s event is being hosted by the very funny Nikki Glaser, which pretty much guarantees a night of hilarity. The Golden Globe Awards recognizes the best and brightest in … Read more

Community Trail Running presents: The Trail Running Film Festival After a great debut in 2023, and an even better follow-up in 2024-2025, the Trail Running Film Festival is back on tour in 2026 and coming to Vancouver once again! Expect another amazing evening of films, performance, inspiration, and community. Our amazing sponsors will ensure you have … Read more

MRG Live PresentsPaul Reiser Friday, May 30 Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Tickets HERE Comedian, actor, television writer, author and musician Paul Reiser is one of Hollywood’s most prolific creatives. 2024 is set to be a busy year for Reiser. On the heels of … Read more

Deck the halls with bowls of cereal… The Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Cartoon Party is returning to the Rio Theatre with a brand new collection of  specially curated retro TV goodness covered in sugary cereal, and sprinkled with endless Holiday cheer. It’s Volume XI – The Christmas Show! Even better? This program will be screening on Saturday, … Read more

Unfortunately, the scheduled screening of THE STAND with filmmaker Mick Garris on January 19 has been canceled, due to very loe ticket sales. Ticket-holders have been notified of the refunds via email. Anyone who purchased a ticket should see their account credited shortly. We were very much looking forward to hosting Mick, and look forward … Read more