Get ready, LBI! The sky will once again come alive with color and creativity this fall as the 11th Annual LBI FLY Invitational Kite Festival returns October 10–11, 2025! We can’t wait to welcome back world-class kite fliers and families from near and far for another unforgettable weekend on the beaches of Long Beach Island.
This year promises to be our most family-friendly festival yet, featuring new attractions, interactive activities, and a spectacular lineup of kite fliers from across the globe.
✨ Festival Dates & Locations
Friday, October 10
📍 Ship Bottom Beaches (18th–27th St)
🕛 12–5 PM
Saturday, October 11
📍 Ship Bottom Beaches (18th–27th St)
🕙 10 AM–4 PM
Saturday, October 11 – Night Fly
📍 68th St Beach, Long Beach Township
🕡 6:30–8:30 PM
(Watch the kites light up the night sky!)
🌍 Who’s Flying This Year?
Our kite fliers are coming in from across the US and beyond — including Utah, Wisconsin, California, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Alaska, Indiana, New York, New Jersey, and even Germany!
We’re thrilled to welcome four special guest fliers for 2025:
- Rolf Zimmermann (Germany)
- Ron Gibian (California)
- Scott Hampton (Utah)
- Ken McNeil (South Carolina)
These talented artists and performers will wow you with intricate kite designs and interactive kite displays.
🎉 New & Exciting Features in 2025
This year, we’re introducing even more ways to experience the magic of kite flying:
- Art Kite Field: Artists and kite makers will take their framed masterpieces to the skies.
- Dual Line & Sport Kite Displays: Learn to Fly with Ken McNeil and Team.
- Drum Box Kite Raffle & Art Kite Raffle: Take home a piece of the festival!
- Ship Bottom Kite Unveiling: Be the first to see this year’s signature festival kite.
- …and much more!
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Activities
We’re proud to make this year’s festival the most engaging experience yet for families and kids:
- Kids Kitemaking (create your own kite and take it home!)
- Interactive Kids Kite Field
- Bubble Blasts on the beach
- Hands-on Kite Flying with handmade kites
- Learn to Fly with Ken McNeil and Team — discover how to control dual line sport kites from the experts!
✨ Why You Shouldn’t Miss It
The LBI FLY Kite Festival is more than just a show in the sky — it’s a weekend full of community, art, and family fun. Whether you’re a lifelong LBI visitor or discovering the island for the first time, this is a unique experience you’ll never forget.
Mark your calendar, grab your family and friends, and get ready for an unforgettable weekend on the beach. We’ll see you October 10–11th, 2025!
Make sure you follow along to stay in-the-know with any updates or event details:
- Follow our official LBI FLY social media on Instagram or Facebook
- Bookmark the official LBI FLY website: www.lbifly.com
- RSVP to our Facebook Event: Click Here
Want to feature your business with this unique opportunity? Become a SPONSOR for this year’s Kite Festival! We have curated sponsorship tiers so that businesses of all sizes can be a part of this wonderful event. Simply email our Sponsor Coordinator: info@lbifly.com
Interested in volunteering or want to inquire about flying a kite? Email out Kite Fest Coordinator: deb@lbifly.com
