Sam Roberts Band to Headline Second Annual ‘Our Neck of the Woods’ Festival in Maple Ridge

Maple Ridge, B.C., July 09, 2025, – Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 6 when six-time Juno Award-winning rockers Sam Roberts Band will headline this year’s Our Neck of the Woods festival in downtown Maple Ridge for a free all-day celebration of music, community, and local culture. 

Following a hugely successful inaugural event in 2024, Our Neck of the Woods is back with a free, all-day festival that will transform the downtown core into a vibrant, walkable entertainment district. With two stages, food trucks, a family fun zone, licensed areas – it offers something for everyone. Fifteen thousand locals and visitors from neighbouring communities attended last year. 

“Our Neck of the Woods is fast becoming one of the region’s premier events and we’re bringing it back by popular demand after the huge success of last year’s event,” said Mayor Dan Ruimy. “We’re excited to welcome Sam Roberts Band and visitors to show off the bold energy and spirit of Maple Ridge. We are grateful to our sponsors and partners for helping make it happen.” 

Festival Highlights 

The festival’s pedestrian-friendly layout will allow visitors to explore and enjoy a variety of performances and attractions in Maple Ridge downtown: 

• Main Stage Headliner: Sam Roberts Band and other amazing performers will get crowds dancing and swaying  
• Street Party with Alouette Stage featuring regional entertainers and local favourites 
• Walkable Car-Free Zone on 224 Street in partnership with TransLink 
• Shop Downtown Maple Ridge Market with local makers and small businesses 
• Food Trucks serving up delicious and diverse favourites with a local twist 
• Licensed Spaces serving local beer, cider, and other beverages 
• Family Fun Zone with activities to be announced 

Further event details, musical acts, and entertainers will be announced at the end of July through the City’s social media channels and website at MapleRidge.ca/OurNeckoftheWoods. 

“Don’t miss out on the fun and excitement – join us on Saturday, September 6! Invite your friends and family to Our Neck of the Woods for a day out that they’ll be talking about for years to come!” said Mayor Ruimy.  

To manage the anticipated large crowds, guests are encouraged to take transit, use ride share, carpool, walk or cycle (Bike Valet service will be available). The event is conveniently walkable from the Haney Transit loop.  

A Year-Round Investment in Community and Culture 

Our Neck of the Woods is one of many events the City delivers as part of its year-round commitment to arts, culture and festivals to strengthen the local economy, support downtown businesses, attract visitors and build a strong sense of community pride. 

The event is made possible thanks to the support of sponsors and partners. 

Look for more information at MapleRidge.ca/OurNeckoftheWoods and follow the City’s social media channels @yourmapleridge as more details roll out at the end of July and August.