SAVE THE DATE – The 67th Annual Ocean Beach Kiwanis Kite Festival and Craft Fair has been scheduled for Saturday, May 9th!

This free family event is the oldest children’s kite festival in the United States, now celebrating its 67th year. This is a third-generation event; people who attended as children are now bringing their children and grandchildren.

Date: Saturday, May 9, 2015

Location: Dusty Rhodes Park, Sunset Cliffs Blvd. at Nimitz; Free Parking at Robb Field- Free Shuttle to Event!

Hours: 10 am to 4 pm

Free kite making and instruction for all children. Prizes for best decorated kites, by age category. Spectacular kite flying demonstrations throughout the day. Carnival rides and a craft fair are also part of the event. Youngsters are taught how to make kites; all materials are supplied. Any handmade kite can be submitted, not just kites made at the Festival.

Entertainment and lunch are provided. Adding to the fun, families can go on carnival rides or browse for unique handicrafts at the craft fair.

The Kite Festival is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Ocean Beach and the Ocean Beach Recreation Center – and we hope to see you there! Be sure to RSVP on the FaceBook Event Page and check it for updates.

KITE BUILDING!

 Make and decorate your own kite;

 Get free materials, instructions, and help with kite making;

 Prizes awarded for best decorated kites; and

 Several prize contests by age groups throughout the day.

KITE FLYING!

 Fly your newly made kite, or bring a kite from home and show it off;

 Watch amazing kite shows like the Kite Ballet, Stunts, and other Feats of Skill;

 Play awesome kite games like Chase the Tail, Candy Drop, and Races; and

 Get instruction from some of the best kite fliers around.

AND MUCH MORE!

 Enjoy the carnival;

 Peruse the “Off” Street Fair of artisans, community booths, and food trucks; and

 Groove to the live music of Beer Feat from 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM.