CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Clearlake hosted another colorful celebration of the nation’s beginnings on Saturday.

Clearlake’s Independence Day festivities included a full day of events, starting with the parade at 11 a.m.

The 45th annual International Worm Races also were a feature of the day, along with a vendor fair and activities throughout the day.

The day culminated with a nighttime fireworks display.