Events
The Rio Theatre Burlesque & Variety Show
A copious cavalcade of top notch talent and captivating cabaret awaits at The Rio Theatre Burlesque and Variety Show on Saturday, March 18! Local Luminary April O’Peel has curated a show full of wonder sure to dazzle and delight our fun loving audience. The theme is… No theme!
Jay Mewes & His A-Mewes-ing Stories
Cinema icon Jason Mewes is best known as the potty-mouthed vocal half of Jay and Silent Bob, the on- screen comedic duo who first appeared in Kevin Smith’s seminal 1994 indie film CLERKS. Mewes would reprise the character five more times on the big screen from 1995 to 2006, becoming
Dan Savage’s HUMP! Festival 2023
Dan Savage’s 18th Annual HUMP! Film Festival is returning to the Rio Theatre in 2023 – featuring all new films! HUMP! is a lovingly curated festival of short erotic films made by real people for real people. The filmmakers and stars show us hot and sexy,
The Trail Running Film Festival
Community Trail Running presents The Trail Running Film Festival The Trail Running Film Festival is back on tour and coming to Vancouver for a great night of films, inspiration, and community. You’re
Ashley Gavin LIVE!
The East Van Laugh RioT presents Ashley Gavin LIVE! Thursday, May 11 Early Show SOLD OUT Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. General Admission Tickets Advance $40 + s/c HERE |
What’s the Craic? A Night of Irish Devilry
Get prepared to laugh your arse off! On Saturday, March 15, Clare Voyeur presents another installment of WHAT’S THE CRAIC? A Night of Irish Devilry. This variety show is the precursor celebration to Paddy’s Day, packed with acts full of hilarity, sexiness and the spirit and lore of
The Lavender Ball and Symposium: An Interactive Valentine’s Cabaret
The Lavender Ball and Symposium: An Interactive Valentine’s Cabaret Hosted by Dandy Huzzah, Lavender Society! You are cordially invited to The Lavender Ball at the Rio Theatre on Saturday, February 11. Dress to impress while the experts of love, relationships, gender and sexuality thrill you in a
Super Bowl LVIII Viewing Party LIVE & FREE
Because our screen is bigger. Waaaaaaaay bigger. That’s why. Enjoy the ultimate game day experience on Sunday, February 11 at our annual (not to mention FREE!) Super Bowl screening and party at the Rio Theatre. Trivia! Prizes!! Football!!! USHER!
Valentine’s Day: Burlesque Duos!
It takes two to tango this Valentine’s Day at the Rio Theatre! The highly-anticipated Burlesque Duos returns to the Rio Theatre’s stage on Tuesday, February 14. This beloved (not to mention popular!) annual East Vancouver Valentine’s Day tradition is the ultimate spectacle of partnership and creativity, coupling renowned dancers together
Into the Stripper-Verse
Swing into 2023 with your favourite friendly neighbourhood web-slingers, Geekenders! The Geekenders are excited to bring one of their most beloved superheroes to the Rio Theatre on Saturday, January 28. INTO THE STRIPPER-VERSE is a burlesque show that celebrates every version of that lovable photographer from Queens with