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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

🚨 New Waterfront Concert Series show just dropped 🚨 @skydiggers.bsky.social have been rocking Canada’s roots, rock, and folk scenes for over 30 years. Catch them live on June 5th for a night of great tunes and good vibes! Tickets are on sale now! 🎟️🎉

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

🚨 PSA: @thetrews.bsky.social are rolling in May 17th and the show’s already over 50% sold out. We’re all for living in the moment, but this might be one to lock in early 🔐 Candyheart’s opening. First show of the season. You know it’s gonna be goooood 😏

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Here’s a look at who’s hitting the Village stage next month: @thetrews.bsky.social, have built a legacy as one of Canada’s most successful rock bands of the past decade. With 19 Top 10 rock radio singles and multiple Gold and Platinum-certified albums, their achievements speak for themselves.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Day 1 fit… because obviously 💅🏻 #ootd

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Q: What’s included with VIP tickets? 🤔 A: Your VIP ticket (19+) includes access to a preferred viewing area along the waterfront and to the side of the stage (with great sight-lines!), dedicated VIP washrooms (with touchless sinks!), a VIP bar (with shorter lines!), and a concierge service!

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Spring is here, and the village has thawed out (hopefully for good)! 🌷 We're counting down the days until we can open the gates and welcome you back. Can't wait to see you all in a few months! 🌞

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Your lineup is locked in for the 10th AREA 506 Music Festival, and we can’t wait! 🎉 A *super* limited batch of Early Bird Weekend Passes are on sale now. Snag yours before they disappear! August can’t come soon enough — see you on the waterfront! 🌊🎶

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

You made it. We. are. PUMPED. to welcome the band that put Canadian post-hardcore on the map: Alexisonfire! After calling it quits in 2011, they reunited and made their comeback in 2015. Now, these hardcore legends are taking the stage to shut down Saturday night on August 2nd.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Got a few more for you: Rising star Maggie Andrew has racked up 6M+ streams and some major wins, including the 2024 CBC Searchlight contest, an ECMA for African Canadian Artist of the Year, ANSMA Artist and Album of the Year, and more. She’ll be here on Sunday, August 3rd.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

As we celebrate festival 10, we couldn’t think of a better way to close out the weekend than with AREA 506 alums - and BIG supporters - Arkells. With more Juno wins for Group of the Year (SIX!) than any other band, they’re set to bring it all to the stage for a rare three-peat on Sunday, August 3rd.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

With over 70 million streams worldwide and multiple platinum-certified singles, Ria Mae's music has dominated Canadian radio charts. Expect to hear some familiar hits from this 506 favourite when she returns to the big stage on Sunday, August 3rd.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

How was lunch? Grabbed a sandwich? Great, let's get back to it! Best known for their killer live sets, Half Moon Run is a two-time Juno Award-winning blend of folk, dream-pop, and indie rock. You can catch them live on the 506 stage Sunday, August 3rd!

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Last one before we break for lunch. Canadian rock duo Death From Above 1979 will bring their heavy, dance-punk sound to the stage on Saturday, August 2nd. Known for relentless live shows and stripped-down style, this duo creates a sound that hits harder than most full bands.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

This one’s for all the rockers out there 🤘🏻 The Motorleague has been a staple of the East Coast music scene for nearly two decades, picking up multiple East Coast Music Awards and Music New Brunswick awards along the way. They'll be bringing those big riffs with them on Saturday, August 2nd.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

For our 10th anniversary, you *know* we had to bring back a few 506 favourites. Matt Mays has built a rock ‘n’ roll legacy all his own, and the Juno-winning powerhouse is back on the big stage Friday, August 1st.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Alright, 506. It's line-up release day and we're glad you could join us. First up: Broken Social Scene. Over two decades, they’ve racked up @pitchfork.com praise, Juno Awards, Coachella & Lollapalooza sets, Letterman gigs - even name-drops in Lorde songs - and they’ll be here on Friday, August 1st.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Excited for tomorrow? How about a little something to hold you over…

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

As we get ready for our lineup announcement, we want to take a moment to highlight one of our most meaningful festival partners — UnitedWay serving Saint John, Kings & Charlotte.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Thursday. 9 AM. That’s all. 👀

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

🚨 LINEUP RELEASE 🚨 Set your alarms — March 13th at 9 AM, we start revealing who’s playing the Saint John waterfront for the 10th AREA 506 FESTIVAL this New Brunswick Day long weekend. Will your boss be thrilled with your productivity that day? Unlikely. But hey, priorities. SEE YOU THURSDAY!

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Your closet called — it wants a festival tee. And lucky for you, they’re only 20 bucks! Stock’s running low, so don’t sleep on it! ⏳

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Family Day reminder: put your phone down (after reading this 😉) and enjoy the day with your loved ones! We’re grateful for every family that’s spent time with us since 2016 — can’t wait to see you again soon! ❤️

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Find someone who looks at you the way your dog looks at your dinner 🐶💕 Happy Valentine’s Day! 💘

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

We’re almost SOLD OUT of Valentine’s Bundles! If you’ve been waiting to grab one, this is your last chance before they’re gone forever! 💘 Includes: ✔️ Soft faux fur AREA 506 blanket (for cuddles) ✔️ Engravable love lock to clip on Charm Diamond’s love bench this spring Move FAST before they’re gone!

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

A decade of music, memories, and moments that will live on forever. From the biggest headliners to the small, unforgettable experiences in the crowd, each year has been shaped by the incredible people who show up and bring the energy 🎉

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Our last #MyAREA506 moment comes from Mareika: "It was so special last year to meet up with my sister and enjoy everything that 506 offers, day and night." ☀️🌒

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

We’re turning 10 this summer, and we’ve got the ultimate playlist to celebrate! 🎉 Press play, take a trip down memory lane, and get excited for the lineup drop — it’s coming soon! 🔗: open.spotify.com/playlist/1JY...

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Now more than ever, it’s important to come together, support local, and show our pride as Canadians and New Brunswickers 🍁❤️ It takes a great team to put on a great show. And festivals like AREA 506 and Boxcar wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our partners who share our vision.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Can you guess which one’s the lie? 🥁 A fan once snuck backstage by pretending to be a roadie and actually helped set up. ❤️ Some of our volunteers have worked every single festival since the beginning. 💍 A couple has gotten engaged right in the middle of a mosh pit.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Our next #MyAREA506 memory comes from Kelly: "In August 2023, I was 40 weeks pregnant with our daughter and told everyone my one wish was to see Billy Talent at AREA 506 before she was born — and it happened!

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Our next #MyAREA506 memory comes from Stephanie: “Area 506 was home to both our engagement photos in 2019 and the Container Village stop was an essential for our wedding procession from our ceremony to reception. Happiest 10 years!"

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

This is your sign — literally! 🪧 We’re almost out of containers for 2025. Don’t miss your shot 🎯 to be part of the action this season. Click the link in our bio and tell us about your business!

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Our first #MyAREA506 memory comes from Nicole, who shared this sweet moment from 2021: “Dancing to Matt Anderson during the pod days! We look forward to the festival every year 🥰.” Got a memory like Nicole’s? Share it with us and you could be featured next week PLUS score an AREA 506 swag pack! 🎁

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

🎶 10 years of AREA 506, and we couldn’t have done it without YOU! 🎉 Got a standout photo, video, or story? We’d love to hear why it’s so special. 💕 ✨ Every Monday for the next 5 weeks, we’ll feature one memory and treat the winner to an AREA 506 swag pack! 🎁

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 21/12/2024

Still checking off your Christmas list? This is your LAST chance to snag 506 stocking stuffers! 🚨 Think stickers, patches, shot glasses, and more — perfect for those stockings that still need filling. ⏰ Order this weekend for pick-up on Monday, December 23rd. 🔗: area506.myshopify.com

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

Attention holiday procrastinators! 🚨 The LAST CHANCE to pick up your orders before Christmas is Monday, December 23rd, at 5 PM. After that, the elves are off duty and you’ll be wrapping IOUs this year!

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

How it started ➡️ How it ended On November 29, Tokyo Police Club took their final bow, closing the chapter on 18 incredible years of music. Their legacy is one we’re honored to have been a small part of, and while it’s bittersweet to say goodbye, their music will continue to live on.

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

🎁 Holiday shopping made easy! Check out our perfectly curated bundles that’ll impress without breaking the bank. Shop now and snag the perfect present! 🎄❤️ 🔗: area506.myshopify.com/collections/...

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

For Uptown Sparkles this year, we're teaming up with RumChata to create our Holiday Warm-Up Station (check out that menu! 🤤). Come grab a holiday drink and make it your own at our DIY topping bar. Marshmallows, sprinkles, whipped cream — you name it, we’ve got it! ☕❄️

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

We’re turning 10 next year! 🥳 Here’s a look back at our very first festival at Long Wharf in 2016. It’s hard to believe how far we’ve come. What’s your top AREA 506 moment? Was it a specific lineup, artist, set, song, pit, or something else that made it unforgettable?

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

🎄 It’s Almost Time for Uptown Sparkles! 🎄 🌟 What’s Happening? 📅 Time: Gates open Friday at 6PM 🔥 Fire tables to warm up by 🛍️ Shop local with some incredible vendors 🎵 Live DJs to keep the energy high 🎄 Christmas photo ops for those Instagram-worthy moments ☕ RumChata Holiday Warm-Up Station [1/3]

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

You asked, we delivered — literally! 🚚 This Cyber Monday, orders over $100 qualify for FREE shipping, including orders for our newly restocked, super-cozy AREA 506 faux fur blankets. They're going fast, and with limited stock, you’ll want to grab yours now! #cybermonday

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AREA 506 @area506fest.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

Feeling uneasy about shipping with the strike? We’ve got you covered: 📦 $20 shipping with UPS for orders under $100 in Canada 🛍️ Pick up local orders in Uptown Saint John Happy shopping & holidays! 🎁✨

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