Youth aboard a parade entry for Ron's Plumbing, HVAC & Electric in Wells look to throw popcorn balls into the crowd Saturday during the parade. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

The streets were buzzing with activity Saturday night in Wells during the annual Kernel Days Parade. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Members of the Wells Area Color Guard make their way down the street during the parade in Wells Saturday. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Kernel Days Grand Marshal Darin Magnuson waves during the Kernel Days Parade Saturday in Wells. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Members of the United South Central marching band march down the street Saturday during the Kernel Days Parade. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Two members of the drum line of USC's marching band bring up the back of the band Saturday during the parade. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Miss Festag Lexi Kutz , first runner-up Laynie Garner and second-runner up and Miss Congeniality Sophie Nelson wave as they participate in the parade. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

Wells VFW Post 1778 had two people in inflatable costumes, including this set of French fries and a hamburger. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune

A barrel ride took part in the parade Saturday. Sarah Stultz/Albert Lea Tribune