City Thanks the Community, Volunteers, Partners and Sponsors
Maple Ridge, B.C., Sept. 9, 2025 - Maple Ridge’s downtown came alive on Saturday, Sept. 6 as thousands of residents and visitors filled Memorial Peace Park for the second Our Neck of the Woods.
The free all-day festival featured live music, food, markets, cultural showcases, and family-friendly activities. Early estimates show that more than 20,000 people attended over the course of the day, making it one of the largest community celebrations in the city’s history.
Live online and in-person polls gathered from 558 guests during the event revealed that 11.4% were visiting from an outside community, demonstrating the tourism benefit and growing appeal Our Neck of the Woods is having across the Lower Mainland. When 403 guests were asked if they would like to see this event return again next year, 97.8% responded ‘yes’.
"The energy downtown was incredible as people of every generation and walk of life came together to enjoy live music, food, and markets in the heart of our city," said Mayor Dan Ruimy. "From the Indigenous performance and Danielle Ryan’s horseback entrance to the final riffs of the Sam Roberts Band, the festival created unforgettable memories. Seeing Memorial Peace Park filled with happy people all the way back to 224 Street was inspiring, and the feedback we’ve heard has been overwhelmingly positive. People are already asking for it to come back, and I encourage everyone who came out to share their thoughts to help us plan future events."
Residents and visitors can share feedback by completing a post-event survey at Engage.MapleRidge.ca/OurNeckOfTheWoods.
Festival Highlights
Golden Ears Stage:
- Danielle Ryan, a locally raised country artist, built her career in Maple Ridge and made a bold horseback entrance before kicking off the festival with a heartfelt performance that celebrated her roots
- Hey Ocean energized the crowd with their blend of indie-pop and soulful harmonies
- Jojo Mason kept spirits high with country hits and fan favourites, pausing briefly mid-set to greet his wife and son offstage
- Sam Roberts Band closed the night with a powerful, hit-filled performance and encore that had the entire park singing and dancing under the stars before mingling with fans
Family Fun and Cultural Experiences
The downtown was alive with activity from afternoon to night. Families flocked to the Happy Camper Fun Park with axe throwing, rock climbing, and kids wilderness crafts. Adventure seekers took on rock climbing while treasure hunters browsed the Shop Maple Ridge Market and Indigenous Makers Market, celebrating local talent, food, and culture.
A Heartfelt Thank You
The City thanks the many volunteers, partners, and sponsors whose contributions brought the festival to life, including:
- Event Partners: Here & Now Productions
- Title Sponsors: Province of B.C., TransLink, Meadowridge School, Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association
- Gold Sponsors: Epic Homes, EZ Blocks
- Silver Sponsors: BCLC, Empire Chartered Professional Accountants
- Bronze Sponsors: Chances Casino Maple Ridge, Vancity, FortisBC, Meadows College, Ridge Notaries
- Partner Sponsors: NÜTRL, Stanley Park Brewing, Haney Builders, 102.7 The Peak, 93.7JRfm, Global BC, Mini Bins, LiUNA Local 1611, Alouette River Management Society
"On behalf of Council, I want to thank our community, the event organizers, our staff, and our many sponsors and partners for helping make this festival possible. Our Neck of the Woods is a shining example of what we can achieve when we come together while supporting local businesses, artists, and showcasing Maple Ridge as the place to be," said Mayor Ruimy.
Follow @YourMapleRidge on social media for event photos and updates on upcoming City events. More information is available at MapleRidge.ca/Events or Discover.MapleRidge.ca/AllEvents.
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