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Wildwoods International Kite Festival
Wildwood, NJ · Festival
- When
- May 28–31, 2027
- Where
- Wildwoods Convention Center beach · Wildwood · NJ
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Approximate: based on past editions, not announced yet
The largest kite festival in North America, held free to spectators on the beach beside the Wildwoods Convention Center every Memorial Day weekend. Competitive and hobbyist fliers travel from around the world to launch stunt kites, giant show kites, and choreographed team routines over the sand. The festival marked its 40th year in 2026.
The history within reach
The largest kite festival in North America, held free to spectators on the beach beside the Wildwoods Convention Center every Memorial Day weekend.
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