Hey, go fly a kite! We mean literally. Spring and summer is a time for sun, sand, swimming… and kite flying! Who doesn’t love seeing a beautiful colorful kite fly gracefully in the sky? And to add to the fun, there are so many exciting kite festivals planned in our area that your kids will love. Browse our list of some upcoming kite festivals in New York and New Jersey that include lots of kite-flying fun for families to enjoy. At these kite festivals, families will enjoy kite flying, see professional kite-flying demos, enjoy live entertainment and so much more!
(P.S. Save the date: Want to continue the kite-flying fun after the summer? There are some kite festivals happening in September and October, too, so mark your calendars!)
Kite Festivals in New York and New Jersey
Waterfront Kite Festival
WHERE: Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn Waterfront from Washington Street to Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn
WHEN: Saturday, May 13, 11am-3pm
WHAT: This fun festival takes place at the sports field of Pier 5, uniting S.T.E.A.M. concepts, the Caribbean’s rich history of kite flying and outdoor adventure. Fly kites, enjoy live entertainment, browse lots of food trucks and more.
WANT TO GO? Check the website for more information.
Third Annual “Go Fly A Kite Festival”
WHERE: Cedar Beach, Ocean Parkway, Babylon, NY
WHEN: Saturday, April 29, 10am-5pm
WHAT: The event features professional kite demonstrations, kite sales, open kite flying area, a candy drop, food trucks and more.
WANT TO GO? Free.
Kite Festivals in New Jersey
Check out these kite festivals in New Jersey:
Kites at the Pier Festival
WHERE: Chelsea Avenue Beach, Pier Village, Long Branch, NJ
WHEN: Saturday, April 22, 9am-4pm
WHAT: See beautiful kites of all shapes and sizes as they soar above the beach. Enjoy live music, shopping, food and children’s activities including inflatable rides, carousel rides, arcade games, face painting, henna art and more.
WANT TO GO? Free.
Kite Day
WHERE: Terhune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ
WHEN: Saturday-Sunday, May 6 and 7, 10am-5pm
WHAT: This soaring spring festival is a great time to explore Terhune. Children will use pre-made kits to create their own kites. Enjoy country music, pony rides, games, food and more. Also meet barnyard friends, dwarf Nigerian goats, donkeys and a bunny!
WANT TO GO? Prices vary. Check the website for details.
Wildwoods International Kite Festival
WHERE: Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ
WHEN: Friday, May 26, 12-9pm; Saturday, May 27, 8am-8pm; Sunday, May 28, 8am-7pm; Monday, May 29, 9:30am-2pm.
WHAT: The event begins on Friday with the official Unlocking of the Beach ceremony. Other activities include a kite sales, a Friday night social, auctions and more.
WANT TO GO? Free for spectators.
Kites in the Heights
WHERE: Carteret Avenue Beach (north of Casino Pier), Seaside Heights, NJ
WHEN: Tuesday, July 4, 5-9pm
WHAT: When it comes to kite festivals in New York and Jersey, you can’t overlook the Jersey Shore! Head to this Jersey Shore hot spot to see lots of kites soar in the sky. Bring your own kite to join in on the fun!
WANT TO GO? Free.
LBI Fly International Kite Festival
WHERE: Long Beach Island
WHEN: Oct. 6-8
WHAT: More information to be announced. Check the website for updates.
Brick Township Kite Festival
WHERE: Brick Beach 3, 2301 Ocean Blvd., Mantolokin, NJ
WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 9, 11am-4pm
WHAT: Enjoy family fun at this festival. Activities include a display of giant inflatable kites visible for miles, an array of vertical wind feathers and ground displays, giant bubbles, kite sales and a separate public flying field for all.
WANT TO GO? Check the website for more information.
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