Fabulous new convention facilities are currently under construction and are due to open December 2008. They will offer state-of-the-art venues with multi-purpose configuration capabilities to accommodate a range of groups of up to 300. In addition there will be two breakaway meeting rooms and a tent platform catering for up to 200 people. Rio currently offers conferencing venues capable of accommodating from 15 - 400 people (the Escapades Theatre for larger groups available when performances allow), making this new development a much needed addition to the North West conferencing options.

Also underway is a beautiful 3-star select services Metcourt hotel designed in a colourful deco-revival style. The 70 room Metcourt hotel includes a pool and terrace, buffet restaurant and adjoining bar and Wi-Fi internet access. Four luxury suites will also be available. The Metcourt at Rio will be 'the' place to stay in the Klerksdorp area. Metcourt at Rio, and the convention centre, are on schedule to open in March 2009.