The rain came pouring down by 9 a.m. for Uffda Day 2017 but a few brave souls participated in the 5K run/walk in the downpour. Luckily the rain tapered off by 10 a.m. and was out of town by 10:30 a.m.

The cool damp weather diminished enthusiasm as little but as the temperature rose the crowd size grew. By the 1 p.m. parade time, a large crowd of happy onlookers lined the streets. The parade included firefighters, first responders, the Vikings and several classic cars and antique tractors.

The car show once again featured a magnificent display of antique, classic and modern autos. The crowd kept craft vendors and food stands jumping throughout the day. There was also a Turn of the Century photograph exhibition at the Old Parsonage which was a collection featuring local photographers and history photographs from Sargent County.

The Finnish wife carrying race drew another crowd to end another successful event in Rutland.