Rio Theatre
Santa Cruz, CA
1205 Soquel Avenue 95062
VENUE GUIDE
Rio Theatre
Plan more than your event at Rio Theatre. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Rio Theatre
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Hitching Post Studios Inn
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (306 reviews)
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (973 reviews)
Continental Inn
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.9 (544 reviews)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (1,580 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Rio Theatre & the Area
Rio Theatre is an event venue in Santa Cruz, CA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Rio Theatre for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
The Midway
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (108 reviews)
Lillian's Italian Kitchen
0.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,781 reviews)
Charlie Hong Kong
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,454 reviews)
The Crêpe Place
0.0 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,210 reviews)
Akira Seabright
0.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,129 reviews)
Bagelry
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (300 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
One Double Oh Seven Club
0.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (209 reviews)
The Jury Room
0.6 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (215 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Lulus Midtown
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near Rio Theatre for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (106 reviews)
The Buttery
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,666 reviews)
CAFÉCTO
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (29 reviews)
McDonald's
0.7 mi from the venue
Coffee near Rio Theatre for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (1,650 reviews)
Verve Coffee Roasters
0.8 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (542 reviews)
Linda’s Seabreeze Café
0.8 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,314 reviews)
Museums
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (348 reviews)
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
1.4 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (513 reviews)
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
2.2 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (431 reviews)
The Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery
2.4 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (179 reviews)
Attractions
Our Lady Star of The Sea Catholic Church
0.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (141 reviews)
Santa Cruz Art League
0.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (50 reviews)
Arana Gulch Open Space Park
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (163 reviews)
Grant Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (266 reviews)
San Lorenzo Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (427 reviews)
Santa Cruz Riverwalk
0.7 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (47 reviews)
Shopping
San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (293 reviews)
Aude Castagna- Galleria
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (46 reviews)
Cooperhouse Shopping Center
0.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (676 reviews)
Downtown Santa Cruz
1.0 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (97 reviews)
Gateway Plaza
1.0 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (675 reviews)
Brown Ranch Marketplace
2.2 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Rio Theatre.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (609 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Rio Theatre. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Lillian's Italian Kitchen
0.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,781 reviews)
Charlie Hong Kong
0.0 mi from the venue
Food near Rio Theatre for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,454 reviews)
The Crêpe Place
0.0 mi from the venue
Food near Rio Theatre for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,210 reviews)
Akira Seabright
0.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,129 reviews)
Real Thai Kitchen
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (389 reviews)
M.G. Sushi
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Rio Theatre for after the show or game.
Today: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (229 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
One Double Oh Seven Club
0.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (209 reviews)
The Jury Room
0.6 mi from the venue
Drinks near Rio Theatre after the show or game.
Today: 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (215 reviews)
Getting to Rio Theatre
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Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz, CA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Santa Cruz METRO serves Santa Cruz, CA. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Rio Theatre.
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Rio Theatre. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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Upcoming Events & Tickets
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