Headliners Dear Rouge, Bedouin Soundclash, and Tim & The Glory Boys
Maple Ridge, B.C., Aug. 6, 2025 – Juno Award-winning artists Dear Rouge, Bedouin Soundclash and Tim & The Glory Boys will headline the third annual Our Neck of the Woods festival on Saturday, Sept. 5 bringing a full day of free live music, food, drink, culture, shopping, and family fun, in downtown Maple Ridge.
From 2:00 to 10:00 p.m., Memorial Peace Park and 224 Street will transform into a large, licensed festival space featuring live performances on two stages, food trucks, beverages, interactive experiences, cultural programming and activities for all ages.
"Back by popular demand, Our Neck of the Woods has become one of Maple Ridge's signature summer traditions and a regionally recognized event," said Mayor Dan Ruimy. "Our Neck of the Woods is more than a music festival. It is an investment in community, local business and culture. It’s a day where residents and visitors can experience incredible Canadian music, support local businesses, connect with neighbours, and celebrate everything that makes our community unique."
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:
- All-Day Entertainment Across Two Stages featuring Dear Rouge, Bedouin Soundclash, and Tim & the Glory Boys on the Golden Ears Mainstage. More artists featured on the Alouette Stage, driven by Lordco Auto Parts, include rising artists Emmett Jerome, and Antonio Larosa, Elise Leblac, and Janky Bungag
- Walkable Car-Free Zone on 224 Street in partnership with TransLink and Metro Vancouver.
- Shop Local Market presented in collaboration with Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association featuring local makers and small businesses
- Food Trucks serving up delicious and diverse favourites throughout the event space
- Full Festival Licensed Space with beer and beverages in partnership with our main pour partner, The Patch Brewing
- Walking Together with Katzie First Nation- Storytelling & Art Unveiling featuring Rain Pierre
- The Keys to Connection bandstand sing-along featuring Matthew Presidente presented by BC Lottery Corporation (BCLC)
- The Outpost Social Corner offers a 19+ premium viewing experience near the front of the Golden Ears stage presented by Chances Maple Ridge. Tickets can be purchased at purchase.mapleridgeact.ca
- Family Fun Zone A fun-filled space where families can play, create, explore, and enjoy hands-on activities together throughout the day.
Plan Your Visit
Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead by visiting the festival webpage at MapleRidge.ca/ONOTW for performance schedules, site maps, parking and transit information, accessibility details and other frequently asked questions.
Whether you’re dancing in front of the stage, enjoying local craft beer, discovering cultural treasures, or creating lasting family memories, Our Neck of the Woods will continue to deliver one of Metro Vancouver’s premier free outdoor music festivals.
To manage the large crowds, attendees are encouraged to take transit, ride share, carpool, walk, or cycle. Bike Valet service and water refill stations will be available thanks to our sustainability partner, Meadowridge School. The event is conveniently walkable from the Haney Transit loop.
Parking is free underground at the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre as part of the City’s free weekend parking during the summer event season, but visitors should arrive early as parking is limited.
Visitors requiring accessible access from the parkade can use the elevator at the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre. Accessible seating will be available on site.
A Year-Round Investment in Community, Business, 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. Community feedback following previous Our Neck of the Woods festivals showed strong support and appreciation for the event, with attendees highlighting the live music, family-friendly atmosphere and positive impact on the downtown.
Several local restaurants and cafes interviewed post event cited that their daily sales increased by 30-85% during the Our Neck of the Woods 2025 Festival Day, demonstrating that the gathering opportunity created by the event can have positive impact on the business community.
“Our Neck of the Woods is one of the most exciting days of the year for downtown Maple Ridge, said Nicole Archer, Executive Director, Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association. “The festival brings thousands of people together to experience our vibrant downtown, discover local shops and restaurants, and enjoy the incredible sense of community that makes this place special. We encourage everyone to come early, stay late, and make a day of exploring everything our downtown businesses have to offer.”
The event is made possible thanks to the support of the Province of B.C., sponsors and partners.
More information is available at MapleRidge.ca/ONOTW. Follow the City’s social media channels @yourmapleridge as more details roll out.
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For additional information, contact:
Pardeep Purewal
Senior Manager Corporate Communications & Public Engagement
T 604 466 4319 E Media@MapleRidge.ca