🪁 Fly Into Spring Kite Festival – April 2026 at Jockey’s Ridge State Park

Celebrate Spring in Nags Head with One of the Outer Banks’ Most Colorful Traditions

The Outer Banks is gearing up for one of its most vibrant annual celebrations — the Fly Into Spring Kite Festival, returning to Jockey’s Ridge State Park on April 3–4, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day. Hosted by Kitty Hawk Kites, this free, family‑friendly event marks the start of National Kite Month and brings the sky above Jockey’s Ridge alive with massive 30‑ to 100‑foot kites soaring over the dunes kittyhawk.com.

Photo: Kitty Hawk Kites

🌤 What to Expect at the 2026 Fly Into Spring Festival

Visitors can enjoy:

  • Giant show kites flying high above the dunes
  • Hands‑on kite flying with help from Kitty Hawk Kites staff
  • Family activities perfect for kids and adults
  • Springtime photo opportunities with the largest sand dune system on the East Coast as your backdrop

The event is free, open to all ages, and held right at Jockey’s Ridge State Park — one of the most iconic natural landmarks in North Carolina.

🏜 About Jockey’s Ridge State Park

The Tallest Living Sand Dune System on the East Coast

Jockey’s Ridge State Park is a natural wonder and one of the most visited attractions on the Outer Banks. Known for its towering dunes, sweeping views of the Roanoke Sound, and ideal wind conditions, it’s the perfect setting for kite festivals, hang gliding, sunset walks, and outdoor adventure.

Highlights of Jockey’s Ridge:

  • Unmatched views of Nags Head and the surrounding coastline
  • Ideal winds for kite flying and hang gliding
  • A 426‑acre protected ecosystem of dunes, maritime forest, and wetlands
  • Easy access from the Beach Road and Bypass
  • Visitor Center & museum with exhibits on dune ecology and local history

Whether you’re visiting for the festival or exploring on your own, Jockey’s Ridge offers one of the most unique landscapes on the East Coast.

📅 Event Details at a Glance

Fly Into Spring Kite Festival – 2026

  • Dates: April 3–4, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Jockey’s Ridge State Park, Nags Head
  • Cost: Free
  • Host: Kitty Hawk Kites
  • Event Page: Fly Into Spring Kite Festival

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