1. Relay for Life

The American Cancer Society will put on the Freeborn County Relay for Life from 5 to 11 p.m. Friday along North Broadway Avenue in downtown Albert Lea. According to the event’s website, Relay for Life is the world’s largest fundraising event to end cancer and has the most impact. Friday’s event will feature Albert Lea Community Band, Just for Kix dancers, Kennel Club of Freeborn County dog agility demonstrations, live music by Red Rock and karaoke, along with the annual opening ceremony, survivor walk and luminaria and closing ceremonies.

 

2. H2Whoa!

The Albert Lea Parks and Recreation Department brings its larger-than-life traveling water slide back to life this summer with H2Whoa! The hillside slip ’n’ slide will be at Wedgewood Park from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Friday. The event is free, and attendees are reminded to wear their swimsuits and bring a towel.

 

3. Worth County Fair

The Worth County Fair is here, having started Wednesday and running through Sunday at the Worth County Fairgrounds in Northwood. Weeklong passes are $20, day passes are $10 and children 5 years old and younger get in free. Saturday will be veterans and seniors day, with admission being $5 for those parties. A rodeo, lumberjack show and demo derby are just a few of the events planned. For a detailed fair schedule, look to albertleatribune.com or Wednesday’s Tribune.

 

4. Kiester Days

Kiester’s annual festival will be celebrated Thursday through Sunday this year. The fan favorite cow chip bingo returns this year, as well as a number of other events — such as fireworks, a street dance and a car show, among others. For a detailed schedule, look to albertleatribune.com or Thursday’s Tribune.

 

5. Project Earth

Looking for a soundtrack to get back in touch with Mother Nature? According to its website, Project Earth is “an experimental convergence between a music concert, a rainbow gathering, eco village and social justice alchemy.” The festival runs Friday through Sunday with two nights of music at Harmony Park. Proceeds from the event will go toward international relief charities. Families are welcome, and children 15 years old and younger can enter for free. For pricing information or to purchase tickets, go to www.jambase.com/festival/project-earth-2019.