Families across the Capital Region are invited to look to the skies as Kite Fest Louisiane returns to the Westside for a weekend filled with color, creativity, and community fun. Held at the West Baton Rouge Soccer Complex in Port Allen, this beloved festival celebrates the simple joy of flying kites while bringing together local culture, food, and entertainment for all ages.
Recognized as “Festival of the Year” by the Louisiana Travel Promotion Association and named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, Kite Fest Louisiane has become one of the region’s most anticipated family-friendly events. Each year, professional kite fliers and hobbyists from across the country travel to West Baton Rouge Parish to showcase their skills and share their love of kite flying.
Kite Fest Louisiane
From the moment the kites begin to soar, the festival grounds come alive with activity. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, relax, and enjoy a full day of outdoor entertainment.
Festival highlights include:
- 🪁 Open Kite Flying – Bring your own kite or watch the sky fill with colorful creations.
- 🪁 Kite Making & Designing Workshops – Kids can build and decorate their own kites.
- 🥇 Champion Kite-Flying Demonstrations – Watch professional flyers perform incredible aerial displays.
- 🪁 Kite Making Competition – Creative designs take flight as participants compete.
- 🎯 Kids Games & Activities – Family-friendly entertainment throughout the day.
- 🎉 Inflatables – Plenty of bouncing fun for younger visitors.
- 🦞 Louisiana Food Booths – Enjoy local favorites and festival treats.
- 🎆 Fireworks at Dusk – A spectacular ending to Saturday’s festivities.
Kite Fest Louisiane 2026
WHEN:
Saturday, April 25th – 11:00 a.m. – fireworks at dusk
WHERE:
West Baton Rouge Soccer Complex
ADMISSION:
Admission is Free. NO PETS OR ICE CHESTS
How to make a kite
There is nothing quite like flying a kite outdoors on a sunny, breezy day. What’s even better? Flying a kite you made yourself! Making a simple diamond kite is an easy project you can complete in one afternoon. We’ll walk you through the process step-by-step and show you how to build the frame, fashion the sail, and put it all together. Then, you can enjoy watching your very own custom kite soar across the sky. Follow the simple instructions from WikiHow to How to Make a Kite!
