Fourth of July 2014 Parade
Fourth of July 2014 Parade

Pella is celebrating Independence Day with a variety of activities on Saturday.

Fishing at Caldwell Park, with poles and bait provided, will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Fourth of July Committee Chair Paul Kingma says a variety of activities will then start near the downtown area. The parade down Franklin Street starts at 1:30 p.m. at East 2nd Street. Kids can show up to participate in the parade in costume and win prizes. The Aquatic Center will be open from 4 to 7 p.m. Fireworks will take place near Madison Elementary after dusk.