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East Van's Independent Heart

The Rio Theatre

Cinema/Movie Theatre

The #1 Independent Theatre in Vancouver

1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC
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Description

Known for our eclectic programming, from late night screenings of cult classics, to the best cutting edge must see feature films! Our programming also includes Hollywood classics like Grease Sing-a-long, local live burlesque, regular monthly comedy shows, international touring musical acts, plus film and comedy festivals. The Rio has it all! With friendly film-loving staff ready to make at home.    The Rio Cinema caters to Sci -Fi, Fantasy, Action, Thriller, Cult and Horror movies for both adult and family rated films. We encourage people to have fun & dress up & yell out or sing along. We love pop culture of all kinds and so doOld Rio the Rio fans. Fanatic Film geeks are welcome! Dress in costume at our late night screenings and win a prize!    Conveniently located steps away from the Commercial Drive/ Broadway Skytrain Station. Forget paying for parking downtown and higher ticket prices Support your local neighbourhood theatre! Tons of free parking right out front on both sides of Broadway plus right next to a major transit station. Take a trip down the Drive and visit Vancouver's best neighbourhood theatre! So easy to get here from almost any where in Vancouver!    Aside from movies the Rio Theatre is also a first rate soft seat concert theatre for international and local live music.

Contact Information

Address
1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC
V5N 1W1
Reservations & Tickets
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Business Hours

Open/Close:
Open 16:30 - 00:30, Monday to Sunday.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Interior
  • Accessible Washroom
  • Accessible Seating
  • Hearing Loop/Assistive Listening
  • Service Animals Welcome

Nearest Bus Stop

Route 20 / N20
Commercial Drive & Commercial-Broadway Station @ Bay 3 (#58327)
Northbound
Route 20 / N20
Commercial Drive & Commercial-Broadway Station @ Bay 2 (#50963)
Southbound

Other Transit

East/West: 99B Rapid Bus
East/West: 9, N9 (Night Bus)

SkyTrain: Commercial & Broadway Station

Map

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