Area veterans walk during the start of the Third of July Parade Wednesday evening. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

The Albert Lea Marching Tigers walk during the Third of July Parade Wednesday. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Freeborn County Women Veterans wave to parade-goers during the Third of July Parade. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Third of July Parade Grand Marshal Dick Thunstedt waves an American flag during the parade Wednesday. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

St. Theodore Catholic School took the parade theme of Summertime Fun to heart with their festive outfits and decorations. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Members of the Sunset Saddle Club were at the end of the parade as in years past. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

The Albert Lea Taxi float, including these two girls passing out candy, won second place in the Third of July Parade. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Several tractors drove in the parade as part of the Shinefest Tractor Ride entry. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Members of the NRHEG Panther Marching Band focus during their performance on Bridge Avenue during the Third of July Parade Wednesday evening. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Members of the Shrine Club drive their little cars throughout the Third of July Parade Wednesday evening on Bridge Avenue. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune