Auburn embraces the Fourth | SLIDESHOW

Auburn celebrated the Fourth of July with an old-fashioned, hometown celebration, replete with a kids' bike parade, art, music, food and live entertainment at Les Gove Park on Saturday.

Auburn celebrated the Fourth of July with an old-fashioned, hometown celebration, replete with a kids’ bike parade, art, music, food and live entertainment at Les Gove Park on Saturday.

The festival featured a bike parade at noon for children of all ages.

Mayor Nancy Backus delivered an official welcome following the parade.

The day had free festival activities, including bocce, museum activities and face painting.

More than 50 craft vendors offered hand-crafted items, from jewelry and kids’ items to fine art and candles.

Unique cars lined up for viewing at the festival’s car show. Bands provided live music on stage.