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An evening of climbing stoke featuring two world premieres. Plus, enjoy first-hand stories from pro climbers Jordan Cannon, Jesse Huey and Matt Segal, followed by a Q&A. Wednesday, November 15 Doors open at 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. View Show Details and Purchase Tickets HERE … Read more

Join Squamish-based skier, Eric Carter, as he shares his mountain misadventures. Plus, enjoy four films taking you on a stunning visual journey from humble objectives to big mountain lines. Tuesday, November 14 Doors open at 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. View Show Details and Purchase … Read more

The Vancouver Burlesque Co. welcomes you to the finale show of their Fall 2023 season. Join us as we celebrate our students in all their magic and glory. Prepare yourself for amazing large group acts, stunning soloists and definitely a few surprises…. Saturday, December 2 SOLD OUT Doors 8:00 pm | Show 9:00 pm *Start … Read more

Come for a celebration of twenty years with B.C.’s home for news, culture and solutions. Stay for a raucous debate on what’s at stake for journalism in the 21st century. Featuring a special musical performance by Rusty Ford. Thursday, November 30 Doors 6:30 pm | Event 7:00pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on … Read more

The Brit Rock Film Tour is back for 2023 with another stunning line-up of the UK’s best climbing and adventure films. Get ready for five exhilarating films capturing an array of hardcore action, pioneering spirit and some proper madness. Wednesday, November 8 Doors 5:30 pm | Event 6:20 pm *Start time subject to change. Please … Read more

East Van Laugh RioT Presented by Charlie Demers and Friends The Rio Theatre‘s live comedy night, featuring Vancouver’s top stand-up comedians from CBC, Netflix, Just For Laughs and more, returns for another night of good times on Friday, December 8. (Because we could all use a good laugh…) Friday, December 8 With Alannah Brittany and … Read more

Live Nation Canada presents Meet Me @ The Altar: Say It To My Face Tour With Guests Honey Revenge John Harvie Elliot Lee Saturday, February 10 Doors 6:30 pm | Show 7:30 pm Tickets:  $28.50-33 HERE All ticket sales for this event are being handed via Live Nation. If you have any questions or concerns … Read more

Film Fu Fight Fest 2023 is back and ready to take you on an adrenaline-packed journey into the world of short action films. Join us at the iconic Rio Theatre for an afternoon of non stop fun and heart-pounding action. This festival is a celebration of the best short action films in Canada, featuring master … Read more

And now for something completely different. It’s… Naughty Python’s Flying Burlesque Circus! Vancouver’s glorious nerdlesque troupe the Geekenders return to the Rio Theatre‘s stage on Friday, November 2 for a command performance of their hit 2023 tribute to Monty Python, NAUGHTY PYTHON’S FLYING BURLESQUE CIRCUS! Want to learn how to recognize different types of Burlesque … Read more

Hot Docs Presents CITIZEN MINUTES: An Inspiring Evening with Community Changemakers Short Film Screenings and Discussion Hosted by Jackie McKay The Citizen Minutes short film series highlights ordinary Canadians doing extraordinary things to make their communities better places. Changemakers who inspire us to jump in and get involved in civic issues close to our homes … Read more