Peach Pit Delivers a Perfect Summer Night at Edgefield Troutdale

Some concerts feel less like events and more like the kind of night you wish you could bottle and relive when winter creeps in — and Peach Pit’s co-headlining show with Briston Maroney at Edgefield Troutdale in Oregon was exactly that kind of evening. Set against the lush, tree-lined backdrop of one of the Northwest’s most charming outdoor venues, it was a night of effortless vibes, killer performances, and the kind of communal warmth you only get on perfect summer nights.

From the moment the crowd began to fill the wide, grassy lawn at Edgefield, it was clear this was going to be special. The air was soft, the sun hung low, and the venue’s laid-back charm — equal parts historic resort and indie music playground — proved the ideal setting for a double bill made in indie rock heaven.

Peach Pit took the stage with their signature offbeat swagger, instantly connecting with a crowd that clearly showed up ready to move. The band’s chemistry was undeniable, delivering a set soaked in hazy nostalgia, jangly guitars, and just enough Pacific Northwest quirk to feel right at home. Frontman Neil Smith’s easy banter and sly grin only added to the magic, his voice carrying effortlessly across the open air as dusk settled over the hills.

The band’s tight, shimmering grooves paired beautifully with Edgefield’s open-air acoustics — every bassline and chiming guitar riff cut through the early evening air with crystalline clarity, while the crowd swayed and sang along with palpable joy. It wasn’t just a show; it was a shared experience, where every glance between friends and strangers alike confirmed, yep, this rules.

Briston Maroney’s set complemented Peach Pit’s perfectly, leaning into raw, emotional energy with a charismatic, slightly unhinged edge that balanced beautifully against the evening’s breezy aesthetic. It was the kind of performance where you could tell both artists respected each other’s craft, and the crowd felt lucky to be witnessing it all in one place.

More than just the music, it was the atmosphere that sealed the deal. A crowd made up of diehard fans and casual newcomers alike felt unified in the moment — dancing, lounging on blankets, raising plastic cups to the sky as night fell and string lights blinked to life around the venue.

Edgefield Troutdale proved itself once again as one of the Northwest’s absolute gems for live music, offering not just a stage, but a setting that feels tailor-made for nights like this. By the time the final notes echoed out and the band waved their goodbyes, you could sense the collective reluctance to leave — the kind of night you try to stretch out just a little longer.

In short, Peach Pit and Briston Maroney delivered a perfect, vibe-heavy, memory-making evening that captured everything good about summer shows in Oregon. The music was outstanding, the setting was flawless, and for a few hours, everything just felt easy. More of this, please.

Review & Photos by: Taylor Sher