Ely City Band:
Celebrating 137 Years of Music
Celebrating 136 Seasons of Community, Tradition, and Live Music in Ely, Minnesota
The Ely City Band is one of the region’s oldest and most cherished musical traditions, bringing together musicians of all ages and backgrounds for free summer concerts in beautiful Whiteside Park. Under the direction of Karl Kubiak, this volunteer ensemble performs a lively mix of marches, pop medleys, film scores, and patriotic favorites each July—delighting audiences and continuing a legacy that spans more than a century.
Each July, the Ely City Band performs a series of free, family-friendly concerts on Tuesday evenings at 6 PM in Whiteside Park Pavilion, with a special performance immediately following the Fourth of July parade.
Whether you're a longtime local or just passing through, bring a lawn chair, gather your loved ones, and enjoy the timeless joy of live music in the heart of Ely.
Want to Play?
The Ely City Band welcomes players of all levels—from seasoned musicians to those dusting off their instruments for the first time in years. Rehearsals are held on Monday evenings at the Ely High School band room starting in early June.
Participation is open to:
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Local and visiting musicians
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All ages and ability levels
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Anyone ready to make music and have fun!
To join or learn more, contact Karl Kubiak at
📧 karlkubiak1@gmail.com
📞 (218) 533-0450
Sponsor the 2026 Season:
Love what the Ely City Band brings to the community? You can ensure this tradition continues by sponsoring the 2026 season!
A full season sponsorship is just $1,000, which helps:
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Purchase new music
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Support the work of conductor Karl Kubiak
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Keep concerts free and accessible to all
🎵 Want to team up with others?
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Split the sponsorship two ways at $500 each
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Or four ways at $250 each
To become a sponsor or pledge your support click the button below or email us at
📧 contact@northernlakesarts.org