What's Up Ely
Ely, Minnesota is a small town on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness -- the most visited Wilderness in the United States and a hub for outdoor recreation. But Ely is not merely a gateway to the Boundary Waters; it is a vibrant community with a rich history and a dynamic arts and cultural scene, as evidenced by a plethora of events that are actively welcoming of visitors.
Indeed, all roads lead to Ely, Minnesota, a delicious little slice of Americana. This What’s Up Ely Podcast helps people near and far deepen their connection to this special little town.
There is truly always something fun to do and so many places to find belonging in Ely! With an abundance of opportunities for social engagement and adventure in Ely, how is one to know where to start? Let us help!
New episodes of the What's Up Ely Podcast air twice a month. Each episode features an engaging conversation about 'what's up' in Ely, whether that be an upcoming event or a lifestyle. Each episode also includes an event round up -- a list of upcoming events that are relevant to tourists and locals alike.
What's Up Ely
August 2025 Event Round Up
What’s Up Ely celebrates the spirit of Ely, Minnesota – Ely is a vibrant community with a rich history and a dynamic arts and cultural scene. It also just so happens to be a small town on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and surrounded by the Superior National Forest.
There is truly always something fun to and someone fascinating to meet in Ely! With an abundance of opportunities for social engagement and adventure, how is one to know where to start? Let us help!
This episode features Emily Roose, who joins us for a round up of events happening in or around Ely, Minnesota this summer, with an emphasis on events in late July and August, 2025.
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Show Notes Links
- Ely Adventure Guides
- The Sectionals
- Sister Act – NLAA Musical
- Brainstorm Bakery Live Music Events
- EFS Wet Felted Sauna Hat (morning class)
- EFS Wet Felted Sauna Hat (afternoon class)
- History You Can Taste: Rootbeer Making
- Reflections Dance Company website
- Ely for Ely
- WUE-Pod Reflections Dance Company, Molly Olson, & More – Episode 1
- WUE-Pod Looking Ahead to Blueberries, Blueberry Pie, & Blueberry Art Festival in Ely – Episode 10
- WUE-Pod Tofte Lake Center, Liz Engelman, & More – Episode 12
- Motherhood Walk and Talk – Questions? Call Paula 218-606-3082
- Ely Pickleball Club
- Plastic People film – July 30
- Heritage Fest – August 16
- Fest du Nord
- Raven Words Press Reflections on Ricing
- Raven Words Press When Rice is a Verb
- Forest North Podcast
