The most festive three days of the season in Pella have officially kicked off with the Christmas Tour of Homes and Kerstmarkt Dutch Christmas Market.

Performances from local students, including the Pella Christian High School Band, Pella High School Advanced Choir, and the Duchesses, were highlighted on the Molengracht as shoppers visited vendors for unique hand-crafted items and festive Dutch food.

Several activities, including the Pella Festival of Trees, Union Street Players shows, and others, are ongoing throughout the community as well.

The Kerstmarkt and Christmas Tour of Homes continues through Saturday evening.