Ely Fourth of July Parade

Ely, MN

Tuesday, July 4th
4th Ave E and East Harvey St. (near ice arena)

Ely, MN

On Tuesday, July 4th, join Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness in the Ely Fourth of July Parade! Walk with us to show your support for the Boundary Waters and the Ely community. The parade is one of the most iconic events of the summer, and we would love to celebrate together with you. 

Meet between 12:00 and 12:30pm
(Parade will begin at 1pm)

We will meet on 4th Ave E and East Harvey St., (near ice arena) between 12:00 and 12:30pm and the parade will begin at 1pm. 

Please join our Community Coordinator Ozzie Reif and other Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness staff and board members for a some fun on the Fourth! Please contact Ozzie at ozzie@friends-bwca.org or 218-235-3233 if you are interested in participating or have any questions.

MORE ELY EVENTS JULY 4 WEEKEND!
Gallery Talk with Photographer Chuck Dayton – July 1, 5-7pm
Semer’s Beach Cookout – July 2, 5-8pm

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