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Kite Festival in Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park Kite Festival. Photo Credit: Alexa Hoyer
Sat May 17, 2025
11:00am to 3:00pm ET
Age: 5 and up
Price: Free
Location:
Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 5
Brooklyn Bridge Park kicks off its spring and summer programming season with this beloved kite-flying fest. This family-friendly event takes over BBP's Pier 5, offering all ages the opportunity to watch their kites soar above the Manhattan skyline while enjoying special activities exploring the science of flight.
Kites are available for purchase at the event, or participants can bring their own. Workshops are also planned, to teach kite enthusiasts how to make kits in the Caribbean tradition.
Pack a picnic and enjoy.
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** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.