Can you remember the last time you felt the simple joy of flying your kite on a beautiful, breezy, sunny day? We have compiled a list of the best kite festivals and kite-flying events happening in and around Wichita that are sure to bring that joy to you again. So, grab a kite and a friend and leave your cares at home.
A quick note: Since kite-flying events are held outdoors, there’s no telling when rain or bad weather will ruin our fun. For each event below, we’ve included links in the hopes that you can get updates in case the weather looks “iffy.” đ If you don’t see what you’re looking for, you may have to call the organization or click around on their pages to find a notice.
Come Fly a Kite
Date: Sunday, May 7th, 2017
Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Location: Chapin Park, 3800 S. Hydraulic St. Wichita
Admission: Free
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This year, the Wichita Parks and Recreation Department and Wings of the Wind Kites are teaming up to promote the joy of flying kites! Kites of all sizes and shapes will fill the sky from 1-5 p.m. There will be stunt kite flying demonstrations from professional kite flyers, and more than enough field space for all skill levels to fly their own kite. There will even be a candy drop from a flying kite for everyone to get their sweet tooth fix! Bring your own kite, or the Wings of the Wind Kite-mobile will be there stocked with kites from $5 and up. Come make memories to last a lifetime!
Be sure to check either the Wichita Park and Recreation or Wings of the Wind Facebook pages in case of any schedule or weather-related changes.
Sunflower Balloon Fest Kite Festival
Date: Saturday, May 13th, 2017
Time: All-day event
Location: Anthony Airport, Anthony, Kansas
Admission: Free
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Spectacular kites and hot air-balloons on the same day? Whatâs cooler than that! A Kite Festival will kick off on the Saturday of this three-day Balloon Fest. Great American Kites will be there with world-class kites on display. This is an all-day event, weather permitting. You wonât want to miss it!
Check out The Sunflower Balloon Fest on Facebook for more info and for any weather-related changes.
Derby Kite Festival
Date: Saturday, May 20th, 2017
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: High Park Soccer Fields (2801 E. James St.)
Admission: Free
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This FREE Kite Festival is sure to keep everyone in the family entertained. There will be plenty of FREE activities for kids, including an opportunity for kids to make their own paper kites that really fly. The event will take place at High Park in Derby from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome, so donât miss it! The Wings of the Wind Kite-mobile will be selling kites of all shapes and sizes for $5 and up. Feel free to bring your lawn chairs, bikes, and even your dogs if theyâre on a leash. There will be concessions available, so donât forget to bring cash for some delicious food. Bring your whole family and enjoy the open fields and colorful sky filled with beautiful kites!
For any schedule or weather-related changes, check The Derby Rec or Wings of the Wind Facebook pages.
Wings of the Wind Kite Festival at Riverfest
Date: Saturday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 4th, 2017
Time: 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: East of the RedGuard Stage at Riverfest
Admission: Free with your Riverfest button
(Find out how to get $3 off your Riverfest button.)
On the first Saturday and Sunday of Riverfest, they will be having their very own Kite Festival! Wings of the Wind Kites will be putting on this fun-filled event from 11 am to 4 pm. This two-day kite-fly event will be just East of the RedGuard Stage on the lawn. Right inside the RedGuard stage area, they will have tons of concessions available for when you need a break from flying! WOTW will also be selling one-of-a-kind kites if you forget to bring one. Susan Adams, owner of Wings of the Wind Kites said of the event, âWe are so thrilled to be a part of Wichitaâs biggest party!â Come and take to the sky as you listen to music right next door!
For schedule or weather-related schedule changes, check the Wichita River Festival and/or Wings of the Wind Facebook pages.
Take Flight & Butterfly Festival
Date: Sunday, June 4th, 2017
Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Location: Botanica Gardens, 701 Amidon St. Wichita, KS
Admission: $9 for Non-Members, $6 for Members; $2 off admission with your Riverfest button
(Find out how to get $3 off your Riverfest button.)
This summer, join Botanica for the grand-opening of their Butterfly House! Celebrate all things that fly (kites, birds, bees, you name it!) with family-friendly activities, games, and projects. To top it off, if you get there early and are one of the first 100 kids there, you will get to release a butterfly yourself! You can purchase your tickets at the door, or online at the Botanica website.
Donât forget to bring your Riverfest button and you will receive $2 off your admission. Enjoy a summer Sunday in a beautiful garden setting at this once-in-a-lifetime event!
Be sure to check Botanicaâs Facebook page for more info or for any weather-related event changes.
Don’t forget to share this list with your friends so they don’t miss out! If you know about any other kite-related events, please leave a comment below. We can’t wait to hear how much fun you have at these events!
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