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Drag Attack is back… And this time, it’s the largest collection of Drag Kings that The Rio Theatre has ever seen! Join TikTok star Dandy, winner of Host of the Year 2024 from VIBFA, as he holds court for DRAG ATTACK: KING FLING! Voted by Georgia Straight readers as Runner Up for BEST DRAG SHOW … Read more

Can you believe it’s been 15 years…? Neither can we! To celebrate our incredible run of being Vancouver’s favourite independently owned and operated cinema and live event space, we’re throwing a big ol’ party…. And you’re invited! Come join us and reminisce about some of the many crazy adventures over the past 15 years – … Read more

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. These short films appeal to a wide audience … Read more

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. These short films appeal to a wide audience … Read more

The 3rd annual TMFF roars back to Rio Theatre for one night only with the newest and best motorcycle films from around the world. Start the night full throttle by kicking up some dust in the sand dunes before heading to the mountains. One night only. Global cinema, unforgettable journeys, and motorcycles as you’ve never … Read more

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, film clips and live song in a … Read more

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 | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. … Read more

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 time. Balcony Seating (General Admission) $32+ s/c HERE | $37 … Read more

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 23 Doors 6:30 pm | Event 7:30 pm View Show … Read more

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 6:30 pm | Event 7:30 pm View Show Details and Purchase … Read more