# Events & Things To Do In Ely, United Kingdom on 23rd May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Ely, United Kingdom on 23rd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Ely, United Kingdom on 23rd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Ely

- **Event Name**: Boogie Nights - Saturday Night Fever!
  - **Description**: Boogie Nights Ely Is back!!🪩

Our popular Retro Party Night is back at The Maltings Ely on Saturday 23rd May! 

Only this time .. we will be taking you back to the old disco halls of the 70s and the night clubs of the 80s!!

Dance your way through the nig
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ely/boogie-nights-saturday-night-fever/200029760456859
  - **Venue**: The Maltings, Ely riverside
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  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, workshops
- **Event Name**: Ella & Friends By Candlelight -  Ely, 23rd May
  - **Description**: A heartfelt tribute to the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald, spanning nearly 50 years of iconic music.About this EventElla and Friends is a heartfelt celebration of the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald. Spanning nea
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ely/ella-and-friends-by-candlelight-ely-23rd-may/100001743134635619
  - **Venue**: Ely Cathedral
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  - **Price**: GBP 28 to 51
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, candlelight-concerts, holiday
- **Event Name**: Groove Garden Day Party
  - **Description**: Disco House & Soulful Music with the coolest line up!  Collaborating with JAMAKHALA  for a day to remember!
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ely/groove-garden-day-party/100001981942009904
  - **Venue**: Riverside Bar & Kitchen
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Elaine Macdonald’s Storytime
  - **Description**: Come along to a storytime with Elaine, as she 
reads from her selection of books, including 
Tammy the Tansy Beetle. Hear the story and learn 
about this little local resident, which was 
illustrated by wildlife illustrator Steve Kershaw.
Elaine will also
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat May 23 2026 at 11:30 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ely/elaine-macdonald’s-storytime/200029934852252
  - **Venue**: Littleport Library
  - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Elaine+Macdonald%E2%80%99s+Storytime+&date=Sat+May+23+2026+at+10%3A30+am&bg=3

## Trending Events in Ely

- **Event Name**: Angry Boater aka Joel Sanders (C4's Narrow Escapes) Live in Ely
  - **Description**: TICKETS: angryboater.comIn 2000, Joel Sanders performed a run of shows in Las Vegas.26 years on, he's finally made it to Ely.“Sharp,
  - **Venue**: The Maltings
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6970eb283e5f5.jpg
- **Event Name**: The Royal Philharmonic: Pop Goes Classical by Candlelight
  - **Description**: The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra performs Pop Goes Classical, uplifting orchestral versions of the world's most iconic pop songs.About this EventPop Goes Classical shows that a great melody transcends time and gen
  - **Venue**: Ely Cathedral
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- **Event Name**: The Royal Philharmonic: Pop Goes Classical
  - **Description**: Pop Goes Classical shows that a great melody transcends time and genre. Join us for an unforgettable musical experience where the world’s best loved songs are reimagined by the iconic Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, orchestrated by the producers of
  - **Venue**: Ely Cathedral
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- **Event Name**: Ely's Eel Day 2026
  - **Description**: Ely's much-loved and entirely unique celebration is back for 2026!

With the same fantastic range of stalls and entertainments, this promises to be the best year yet.

From Eel Throwing (Not real eels!), the Environment Agency (Real Eels!), fun family act
  - **Venue**: Jubilee Gardens Ely
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- **Event Name**: The Drifters - Candlelight Concert - Ely Cathedral
  - **Description**: See The Drifters in the magical and remarkable setting of Ely Cathedral, lit by a thousand candles!

Join us on Friday 27th Nov 2026 to be part of this special event and experience the wonder of The Drifters in a cathedral as they perform all of their cla
  - **Venue**: Ely Cathedral
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- **Event Name**: Ely's Food, Drink & Craft Festival 2026
  - **Description**: We are really excited to be able to announce that we are returning to Ely for the Food, Drink and Craft Festival on Palace Green for the Early May bank holiday weekend. 

On May 3rd and 4th head up to Palace and Cross Green where you’ll find over 70 stall
  - **Venue**: Palace Green, Ely, CB7 4EW
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- **Event Name**: The Best in Comedy
  - **Description**: The Best in Comedy show returns to The Maltings this May with another top line-up featuring the hilarious Reginald D Hunter, Josh Pugh, Jack Barry & Matt Foster!

Georgia-born Reginald D Hunter’s searingly honest observations both onstage and on TV an
  - **Venue**: The Maltings, Ely riverside
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- **Event Name**: Etheldreda Craft & Food Fair
  - **Description**: Stall-holder applications are open. 

Please use the following link to apply: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfueKy-pi7GN3MzRsZ6YKSEcmVjWD-Qykb_aS3fEJhxJnmzcQ/viewform


The Etheldreda Fair is a traditional craft and food fair that has been a
  - **Venue**: Ely Cathedral
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- **Event Name**: Ely Folk Festival - Frog on a Bike with Fee Lock
  - **Description**: One of Cambridgeshire’s premier ceilidh bands, Frog on a Bike are honoured and delighted to be invited back to Ely and play the 40th anniversary of what they consider to be their spiritual home festival.

An established and popular band on the professiona
  - **Venue**: Ely Folk Festival
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Ely?
  - **A:** Boogie Nights - Saturday Night Fever! (Sat May 23 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Maltings, Ely riverside), Ella & Friends By Candlelight -  Ely, 23rd May (Sat May 23 2026 at 07:30 pm at Ely Cathedral), Groove Garden Day Party (Sat May 23 2026 at 12:00 pm at Riverside Bar & Kitchen), Elaine Macdonald’s Storytime (Sat May 23 2026 at 10:30 am at Littleport Library).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Ely?
  - **A:** Groove Garden Day Party (Sat May 23 2026 at 12:00 pm at Riverside Bar & Kitchen).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Ely?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Ely on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Ely?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Ely?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Ely include The Maltings, Ely riverside, Ely Cathedral, Riverside Bar & Kitchen.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Ely?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Ely range from GBP 28 to GBP 51. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Ely?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Ely include JWL Events, Candlelight Concerts, RBK Ely.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Ely?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Ely.

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