Washington DC Events

Smithsonian Kite Festival

Traditionally part of the Cherry Blossom Festival festivities, the annual Kite Festival is one of Washington DC's most popular events where kite aficionados can show off their skills and compete for a variety of awards, both serious and fun. Kite enthusiasts come from around the US, and the world, and compete in a stunt kite flying competition, as well as the final Rokkaku Battle in which individuals or teams try to cut or ground the other kites.

Venue: Washington Monument; Date: March 2010 TBA; Time: 10am to 4pm; Website: www.kitefestival.org