Pella retailers will be kicking off the holiday shopping season in Pella. The Pella Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring De Kerstdagen Tour of Stores from 5 to 9 p.m. Businesses will be open around the downtown area, showcasing decorations and offering holiday treats to patrons. Marion County Bank will be selling discounted Pella bucks. Pella Chamber Director Karen Eischen says the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree ceremony in Central Park will start at 6 p.m. during tonight’s event, followed by the kickoff to the Search for the Crystal Tulip and performances from the Children’s Choir and carols sung by Pella Christian students in Spanish. The KNIA/KRLS Big Red Radio will be on location with live broadcasts and to collect donations for the 13th Annual KNIA/KRLS Marion County Food Drive.