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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

The Rolling Mountain Film Tour features a collection of stories that celebrate the beauty of mountains and the adventurous spirit of the people that call them home. The tour showcases a diverse range of mountain-related tales, from outdoor pursuits to personal reflections that invite you to think and grow. The Rolling Mountain Film Tour aligns … Read more

Hosted by Nhi Do & Jesse Inocalla, killer new horror shorts with filmmakers Q&As, magic from Aleister Crane, Costume Contest, Film & Script Awards, Melody Mangler burlesque & Caravan of Curiosities (Fire act & Snakes Burlesque!) Sunday, October 15 Doors 6:30 PM | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. … Read more

Sh*t’s N Giggles is back for another round at the Rio Theatre. Wednesday, November 5 More details coming soon!   *Must be 19+ w/ID for entry. Sorry Rio Theatre Groupons and passes n/a for this event. *Online sales end an hour before door time. Unless otherwise noted, tickets are available for purchase at the box … Read more

It’s the slay of the dead, and the only thing scarier than drag queens taking over the iconic Rio Theatre is scream queens taking over the iconic Rio Theatre! Join tiktok star Dandy as he hosts a glamorous gaggle of ghouls and gals serving their best creepy chic. As Dandy always says, “if you got … Read more

Helvetica Productions is once again proud to present Tits the Season! at the Rio Theatre on Saturday, December 14! Proving that there’s no business like snow business, Helvetica Productions is back with a fourth installment of Vancouver’s naughtiest and nicest new holiday tradition: Tits the Season! Come make a holidate with this over-the-top festive extravaganza … Read more