The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board presents the 20th Annual Kite Festival.

Kites of all shapes, sizes, colors and themes will fly over frozen Lake Harriet on Saturday, Jan 22nd from 12pm-4pm.

The Kite Festival is great for all ages and abilities. Fun family festival activities will include art activities provided by the Minneapolis Institute of Art, ice fishing provided by Tips Outdoors and a marshmallow roast. Minnesota Kite Society experts will demonstrate maneuvering spectacular kites throughout the day, offer their expertise to kite flying enthusiasts and to those who are new to the pastime. *Bring your own kite, or buy an inexpensive one at the lake.*

Before You Go:

The event will be held at the north end of Lake Harriet near the Bandshell (4135 West Lake Harriet Parkway). Free shuttles will be available from the Calhoun Executive Center (3033 Excelsior Blvd., Minneapolis) from 11:30 am to 5 pm throughout the course of the event. West Lake Harriet Parkway delays are expected, please note. There will be no parking on either side of Linden Hills Blvd. from W 43rd Street to W 40th Street, so please plan accordingly. Allow ample time to find a spot and walk to the venue. We look forward to seeing you there!