The first Wind Down Wednesday of the season took place Wednesday in downtown Albert Lea. There was a Minute-to-Win-It challenge taking place during the afternoon, where participants tried to see how many dice they could stack on a tongue suppressor. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Two boys wearing matching shirts participate in the Minute-to-Win It challenge Wednesday at Wind Down Wednesday in downtown Albert Lea. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Vendors are lined up along the side of Broadway early Wednesday afternoon. The festival ended early in the late afternoon after threats of thunderstorms. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Several food vendors were on hand during Wind Down Wednesday on Wednesday, providing a variety of food options. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune