Wind Down Wednesday was buzzing with activity over lunch as people came down to eat on Broadway. This was the first year for the event after a two-year hiatus because of COVID-19. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Azelin Lerum, 6, stacks large blocks near the intersection of Broadway and Clark Street during Wind Down Wednesday. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Roxi Manacoochi performs as the first entertainer at Wind Down Wednesday of the season Wednesday afternoon. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Ruthless Ruth performs during Wind Down Wednesday in the afternoon. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Albert Lea Parks and Recreation sponsored games for children during the event including a bounce house, Connect 4 and other blocks. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Food trucks were busy with customers during the lunch hour of Wind Down Wednesday. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune