When: July 11th & 12th, 2026 12-4PM Where: Brenton Point State Park, Newport RI

The Newport Kite Festival

481 Ocean Avenue, Newport, RI

The Newport Kite Festival

481 Ocean Avenue, Newport, RI

40 Years of our Dreams Taking Flight (1986-2026)

Volunteer-Powered • Community-Driven • 40 Years Strong Help us keep this grassroots tradition free for all families!

The Newport Kite Festival isn't backed by a large nonprofit, corporate sponsor, or government funding. We're organized by a dedicated crew of volunteers - kite enthusiasts, community members, and people who simply love this tradition - who donate countless hours to make this weekend happen.

About the Newport Kite Festival

The Newport Kite Festival is an annual, family-friendly event held at Brenton Point State Park in Newport, RI. Since the 1980s, it has drawn kite enthusiasts from around the country to celebrate the joy of kite flying, community, and creative expression. Our mission is to create a free, inclusive, and inspiring space where people of all ages can experience the magic of kites dancing in the coastal sky.

For 40 years, we've kept admission completely free.

We do this through:

Community donations from people who value what we create
Local business partnerships with companies that invest in community traditions
Volunteer efforts from neighbors who show up to make magic happen
Pure determination to preserve something beautiful

This grassroots approach means every dollar is precious, every volunteer hour matters, and every community member who supports us becomes part of our story.