The Pella Area Community and Economic Alliance will kick off the holiday season in Pella on Monday. Most downtown Pella businesses will have extended hours from 5 to 8 pm and Marion County Bank will be selling discounted Pella Bucks at the same time. The annual tree lighting ceremony starts at 5:30 pm on the Tulip Toren, which includes a proclamation by Mayor Don DeWaard and performances of Christmas Carols from Pella and Pella Christian students. Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit with kids after the tree lighting ceremony at 6 pm and free horse-drawn carriage rides will also be going at 5 pm. The KNIA/KRLS Lil’ Big Red Radio will be at the kickoff to the holidays in Pella.