CLEARLAKE – The city of Clearlake's Independence Day festivities will take place this year on Saturday, July 3.

The fun kicks off with a parade at 11 a.m. from Redbud Park, 14655 Lakeshore Drive, to Austin Park, 14077 Lakeshore Drive, where festivities will be held, including a street fair, kinetic sculpture racing, live music, car show, arts and crafts, barbecue, children's activities and more. The events are sponsored by the Lakeshore Lions Club.

Join the Clear Lake Chamber for Commerce for its 43rd Annual Worm Race Competition at Austin Park, held in conjunction with the Independence Day festivities.

The internationally recognized worm race competition has drawn competitors ranging from children to senators and congressmen. The event also has attracted the attention of Animal Planet, NBC and Bay Area Backroads.

Bring your own worm or you can pick out your racer from the worm stables.

There will be a fireworks display sponsored by Foods, Etc. following the day’s festivities at Austin Park at 9 p.m.

For more information, call the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce at 707-994-3600.