Events

The Space Ball: An In-ter-GAY-lactic Cabaret!

An Inter-GAY-lactic cabaret that’s out of this world. The mission is clear… To explore strange new worlds. To seek out new life and new civilizations. To boldly go where no DANDY has gone before! Join Dandy the Dandroid as he explores the far reaches of the galaxy and

Run N Gun 2023: Run N Gun Begins & Run N Gun Rises

Run N Gun 2023 returns to the Rio Theatre July 11- 13, with a whopping six (!) short film blocks showcasing selections from this year’s incredible entries of this legendary local short film competition. And yes… There is even a Run N Gun Megapass available for those die-hards looking to

Victor Sarro LIVE

Bracan Events presents Victor Sarro Thursday, August 10 Tickets Going FAST! Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. General Admission Tickets $35 + s/c HERE | $39 at the door VIP (Rows 2-4, Centre

The Bratpack present The B Factor

The BRATPACK present THE B FACTOR Ever wonder how you create a drag supergroup? This summer, get ready for the unofficial story on how three queens from Vancouver became one of the biggest drag groups, in THE B FACTOR. Get ready for Kendall Gender, Gia Metric and Synthia Kiss

Drag Attack!

The Biggest Drag Show East Van Has Ever Seen! Not since the beginning of time has the world ever known gla-mour like this… Shock! Frenzy! Devastation! Glitz! It’s DRAG ATTACK. Join your host, TikTok superstar Dandy, as he presents some of the best

Miya Folick: The Roach Tour

MRG Live Presents Miya Folick Thursday, September 14 Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time Tickets go on sale Fri. Jun 2, 2023 at 10:00am PDT Advance ticket info HERE

Vancouver Burlesque Co.’s Summer Student Showcase

It’s the Vancouver Burlesque Company‘s end of season Student Showcase, and we can’t wait to adore our amazing students who are going to put on one hell of show! Grab a friend, a neighbour and the person in line with you for coffee – they’re all coming out for

BC Green Party: East Van Town Hall

Meet Sonia Furstenau and your BC Green Mt. Pleasant by-election candidate! A by-election is coming soon to the East Van and Mt. Pleasant neighbourhoods to replace outgoing MLA Melanie Mark. This is the perfect opportunity to have your voice heard. Come meet BC Green

The Best of Dream Big Productions 2023

The Best of DreamBig Productions  2023 Templeton Secondary’s Award Winning Film Program Tuesday, June 13 Doors 6:00 | Event 6:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Advance tickets SOLD OUT! | $20 at the door (Rush seating may be available at showtime. Subject

Piper Rockelle LIVE!

X1 Entertainment presents Piper Rockelle Live! Saturday, June 3 Advance tickets HERE Doors 11:30 am | 12:00 pm Show Meet n’ greet, VIP, and GA tickets available. *Minors welcome. Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service. *Unless otherwise noted, tickets

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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