Mark your calendars for the ultimate FREE family day!
The Newport Kite Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary
July 11-12, 2026, at stunning Brenton Point State Park.
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Mayor Charlie Holder has officially signed a proclamation
declaring July 11-12 as "Newport Kite Festival Days."
Since 1986, this beloved grassroots tradition has drawn 20,000 families to Newport's coastline for spectacular kite displays, hands-on workshops, live entertainment, and pure outdoor joy. Watch professional kite flyers perform aerial acrobatics, help your kids build their first kite, enjoy the candy drop, and let them run wild on the open fields with the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop.
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What to expect:
Master kite flyers from across the country
Free kite-making workshops for kids
Live performances
Food trucks and treats
Photo ops with giant show kites
Zero entry or parking cost!
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Saturday & Sunday, July 11-12 | 12:00-4:00 PM both days
Brenton Point State Park,
481 Ocean Avenue, Newport, RI
Free parking | Bring blankets & dogs welcome
Learn more: newportkitefestival.com
Instagram: @newportkite
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