Dawson Gray brings his Bar’s Gone Now tour to Maple Ridge on Oct. 2

Dawson Gray will bring his 13-date Bar’s Gone Now Tour to The ACT Arts Centre’s Mainstage Theatre in Maple Ridge on Friday, Oct. 2, at 8 p.m. Single tickets are $25.99 plus fees and can be purchased at MapleRidge.ca/Performances. The Kelowna-based artist, originally from White Rock, B.C., recently released his highly anticipated September 2026 single, “Bar’s Gone Now.” The tour features his blend of modern Nashville-inspired country, pop sensibilities and authentic storytelling.

Gray has quickly built a national following through his songwriting, charismatic stage presence and steady stream of new music. He said he is excited to return to B.C. and perform in nearby communities, and is looking forward to bringing country music to Maple Ridge for an evening of songs, stories and community. The performance is intended for country music fans of all ages.

A BCCMA Award nominee and former JR Artist of the Month, Gray has sold out headline shows across Canada and accumulated more than 7 million career streams worldwide. He has performed alongside ERNEST, Dasha, Cameron Whitcomb, Jordan Davis and the James Barker Band. His singles “Friends With The Bar Staff” (2024) and “Chevy Back” (2025) earned front-cover placement on Apple Music playlists. His 2024 release “Back To Leaving” was his first song to exceed one million streams. With growing national recognition and appearances at major festivals, Gray has released more than 10 singles in two years. Front Porch Magazine named him one of Canada’s Top 5 Rising Artists to Watch in 2024.

“Dawson Gray has been captivating audiences across Canada as one of the country’s fastest-rising country artists,” said Russ Brummer, manager of arts, culture and events. “His performance at The ACT is sure to be a fun-filled night of country music.”

Tickets are available online at MapleRidge.ca/Performances, in person at The ACT Arts Centre, 11944 Haney Place, Monday to Sunday from noon to 5 p.m., or by phone at 604-476-2787. The Maple Ridge ACT (Arts, Culture, Theatre) Arts Centre has served as a community hub for more than 20 years. Opened in 2003, it hosts events ranging from local school band performances and dance recitals to major productions and concerts. The centre also showcases and develops local talent through art exhibitions and arts programs.