The Pella Area Community and Economic Alliance is hoping residents shop local for their last minute Christmas gifts.

PACE Alliance Events Coordinator Sarah Treft says activities will take place in the downtown area tomorrow, Saturday, Dec 23, for visitors and residents as well.

10 am – 12 pm Free Holiday Movie at the Pella Cinemas – Polar Express (Correction: No tickets required. First-come, first-served basis).
11 am – 3 pm Free Hot Cocoa Bar (located on the corner in front of the Quilted Windmill; Franklin & Main)
11 am – 4 pm Horse-drawn carriage rides (load/unload at Info Mill in the Square) $5/adult; children $2