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Ely's Sesquicentennial Celebration - 150 Years!

Schedule of Events for Ely's Sesquicentennial Celebration! (this schedule is subject to change)

Friday August 12

TimeEventLocation
5:00pmBeer Tent OpensMain Tent on Rowley Street
6:00pmOpening Remarks: Background/Ely TimelineMain Tent on Rowley Street
6:15pmVariety Show Main Tent on Rowley Street
7:00pmDad Joke CompetitionMain Tent on Rowley Street
8:00pmOutdoor MovieEly Public Library
8:30pmEly After Dark StoriesMain Tent on Rowley Street
9:30 - 10:30pmLate Night Social (Presented by T&K Roofing)Main Tent on Rowley Street

Saturday August 13 (Main Tent Sponsored by T&K Roofing in Ely)

TimeEventLocation
9:00am - 12:00pmMakers MarketDan & Debbie's Creamery
9:00am - 12:00pmBaby GoatsOutside Ely Public Library
9:00am - 3:00pmHistory Center Open HouseCommunity Center
9:00am - 4:00pmHistoric Slideshow/Cooling CenterSt. John's Lutheran Church
10:00amSesquicentennial Parade 
10:00am - 4:00pmInformation TentCommunity Center
10:00am - 5:00pmFood Truck AlleyWalker Street
10:00am - 5:00pmBeer TentParking Lot on Rowley Street
10:00am - 5:00pmHistoric Ag & Farm Equipment ShowKrobs Lot on Main Street
10:30am - 12:15pmLIVE Music: River Bottom RamblersMain Tent on Rowley Street
10:45am3 Legged RacesBehind Community Center
11:00amSlowest Bicycle RacesOdie's Bar & Grill
11:00am - 1:00pmChicken Chip Bingo Round 1House Divided Brewery 
11:00am - 5:00pmWaterball FightsFire Station on Main Street
12:00pmLongest Shoe Kick ContestBehind Community Center
12:30pmKolache Eating ContestMain Tent on Rowley Street
1:00pmBig Wheel RacesSolon State Bank
1:00pm - 2:30pmLIVE Music: 34th Infantry BandMain Tent on Rowley Street
1:00pm - 4:00pmLIVE Music: The Blue House BandHouse Divided Brewery
4:00pm - 6:00pmChicken Chip Bingo Round 2House Divided Brewery
2:30pm - 4:30pmBingoSt John's Lutheran Church
3:00pmLongest Bag TossNear Beer Tent on Rowley Street
3:00pm - 4:30pmLIVE Music: Czech Plus BandMain Tent on Rowley Street
3:00pm - 5:00pmHayrack RidesCorner of Main & Dows Street
6:00pm - 9:00pmLIVE Music: Full Circle BandHouse Divided Brewery

Sunday August 14

TimeEventLocation
9:00amAll Church ServiceMain Tent on Rowley Street

 

Shirts For Ely's Sesquicentennial CelebrationBIG Sesquicentennial NEWS! The event committee, historical society members and staff have put together exciting apparel to celebrate 150 years of Ely history! Four businesses that once called Ely home, are being recognized throughout the online store.

These four businesses were chosen for a variety of reasons. Some were the backbone of Ely for decades, creating local jobs and helping to put this town on the map. Others give feel good memories to those who grew up here and one is just plain... old (and very unique). Take time to read the history on these businesses and please consider ordering a few items to help commemorate this momentous occasion. We ask that those who purchase shirts or hats wear their apparel to the Sesquicentennial Celebration in August!

Proceeds will be directed towards the All Veterans Memorial that is being spearheaded by the Ely Legion.

Visit the online store here!

2022 is Ely's Sesquicentennial! The City and the Planning Committee are putting together a family friendly weekend packed full of fun events and activities to commemorate the special occasion. Watch for Sesquicentennial updates on the Facebook event page, on the City of Ely's Facebook or here on the City website. More details will be released in the coming months. RSVP to online event page to receive up to date information! 

150th Logo for Event