We are so grateful to the local businesses and citizens who help us put on the Ely Winter Festival every year. Please patronize these businesses and let them know you saw their ad on ElyWinterFestival.com! Click a tab below to see different categories of businesses.
Minnesota State Arts Board
(651) 539-2650
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Arrowhead Regional Arts Council
(218)722-0952
Operating support is made possible in part by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council, thanks to legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage funds.
End Of The Road Film Festival
February 9 – 12, 2023
Welcome to the inaugural film festival of Ely, Minnesota, where we celebrate stories from the End of the Road! Ely is a small town in Northern Minnesota that is surrounded by Superior National Forest and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Because of its unique location, Ely has become a crossroads of history and cultures.
Twin Metals Minnesota
(218) 365-3306
A joint venture company formed to pursue the development and operation of an underground copper, nickel and platinum group metals (strategic metals) mining project in northeastern Minnesota.
400 Miner’s Drive East
Veterans on the Lake Resort
(800) 777-7538
Providing highly accommodating services for all guests, including those that are disabled: the lodge, docks, pool, grounds and many cabins are each built to assist veterans, their families, and accompanying guests with the most convenient and safe support systems and aids.
161 Fernberg Rd
Zup’s Inc.
(218) 365-3188
Homemade sausages, brats and polish, potica, wild rice, and other local favorites are available in-store or online.
1500 E Sheridan St
Grand Ely Lodge
(218) 365-6565
400 N Pioneer Rd
The perfect place for family getaways, weddings, and corporate retreats.
Raven Words Press
(218) 365-3375
Summer & Winter Times
Boundary Waters & Quetico Calendar
City of Ely
The City of Ely provides snow moving, plowing and supports the Festival in countless ways. Thank you!
209 E Chapman St
Morse - Fall Lake Fire & Rescue
Steger Designs
(218) 365-3322
Designed and manufactured in Ely, Steger Mukluks keep you warm and sure-footed in the winter terrain.
33 E. Sheridan St.
Northern Grounds
(218) 235-6162
Festival HQ
Fresh-ground coffee, pastries, light foods, great wine by the glass, craft beer, designer cocktails
2 W Sheridan St
Essentia Health Pharmacy
The Essentia Health-Ely Pharmacy is located inside the Zup’s Food Market and is where you can get your prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and more, including quick access to your medication list and history if you’re an Essentia patient; specialty pharmacy services for uncommon drugs; walk-in flu, COVID-19 and shingles shots available throughout the year; drive-thru, mail order and local delivery options.
Ely Flower & Seed
(218) 365-6555
Generous sponsors of the EWF Ice Skating Rink
Pet, wild animal and bird food, plants
145 W Camp St
MN Women's Press
Minnesota Women’s Press has been telling the stories of social justice and women’s leadership since 1985
Ely Marathon
September 23rd, 2023
5K • Full • Half • Portage & Relay • Kids "Marathon"
Friends Of The Boundary Waters Wilderness
Friends of the Boundary waters Wilderness is proud to be part of the community and celebrate our shared love for winter. We believe the prosperity and wellbeing of Ely is deeply connected with the future of our beloved Boundary Waters.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
(218) 365-5101
Full menu Dairy Queen on the east end of town
1441 E Sheridan S
Ironclad Cafe
We take pride in bringing an authentic café taste with responsibly sourced ingredients all across Minnesota.
Art & Soul Gallery & Gift House
(218) 365-7300
Gallery of local Ely artists
427 E Sheridan St
Ely Nordic Ski & Bike Club
Hidden Valley Ski Chalet is located 0.3 miles East of Ely, MN at
1258 Hidden Valley Rd.
Lake Vermilion Houseboats
New 2023 Polaris Prostars Available
Delivery Available
Daily and multi-day rentals
Save The Boundary Waters
Save the Boundary Waters is a project of Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness.
Mather Recycling and Tony’s Towing
1222 Winton Road
365-JUNK Mon-Sat, 9-5
365-4473 Emergency and after hours
Potluck Vintage & Modern Kitchenware
101 E Chapman St
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Northern Lakes Arts Association
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Land of Lakes Insurance
(218) 365-4000
Insurance broker for all your insurance needs. We get you the best price out there.
240 W Sheridan St
Carolyn Kluender
Winter Fun Magazine
Where to go, what to do, how to do it in the upper midwest and Thunder Bay.
Ten80 North
(218) 235-0627
Web Design & Development, Marketing Services, Photo & Video Services
Corvid Images
(218) 235-0627
Photography & Video Services including Real Estate, Commercial & Aerial services.
Ely ArtWalk
Downtown Ely is converted to an art gallery during the Ely Winter Festival
National Geographic Heart of the Continent
Thanks for listing us in your travel guide to the places most respected and recommended by locals.
Ely Tourism Bureau
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R & R Transfer
(218) 365-3196
Moving and storage service
Dirty Dog Manufacturing
Ely Outfitting Company
Evergreen Cottage
Northwoods Inn & Suites
Razor Edge Systems, Inc
Ely Echo Newspaper
Timberjay Newspapers
Hometown Focus
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The Ely Winter Festival is made possible by donations from people like you. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit and deeply appreciate your gifts!
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