The park is filled with the buzz of people. Children run in between adults, laughing and carefree. Large bags are unzipped and colourful objects taken out. These are handled with care; many are looked at in admiration. String is unfurled and the colourful creations are given to the wind. The wind takes them eagerly, bringing them higher and higher towards the blue sky. Heads on the ground look up, admiring the colours, the size, and the different types of kites that fill the sky. It is the annual kite festival, and people are out showing their kites and their flying skills.
Have you ever been to a kite festival?
(This post was written in response to the A – Z Challenge hosted by Frizz)
© Colline Kook-Chun, 2014
Colline's Blog 
Years ago when our sons were small we happened upon a kite festival while visiting Wright Pat Air Force Museum. It was amazing to see so many colors and styles of kites.
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The one time I saw a kite festival, it was also by chance. We also loved the kites we saw. They were pretty amazing.
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nice post -and the kite picture is really cool!
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I liked it too 🙂
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K should be for “Kook-Chun”!
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I did not think of that Frizz! Next time 🙂
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Kits are fascinating! I’d love to see the kit festivial 🙂
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I was amazed by the kites that are created. Some people take their kites seriously and have come up with some interesting creations.
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Not a festival, but there are often many kites a-flying’ on the beaches of jersey.
Vivid post. 🙂
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Something interesting to watch while lying on the beach 🙂
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no I haven’t been to a big one…but you made it sound amazing Colline
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You would have so many pictures to take Jo – and it would be difficult to choose a favourite one.
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I can imagine that would be true
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We have a small one at a local beach, Colline, but I always mean to go to a larger festival. Maybe this year! I’m intrigued by kite surfers too (and hot air balloons 🙂 )
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I haven’t seen hot air balloons in action – maybe one day.
And I look forward to seeing your pictures of the kite festival 🙂
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Last summer I saw one for the first time… quite impressive show, 😉
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I agree – it can be quite amazing.
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We have a giant kite festival in Berkeley every year. It is magical!
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Must be quite colourful and festive.
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I have flown some as a child, used to be quite a tradition here. Don’t see as many in the cities anymore sadly. Lovely post that made me nostalgic Colline.
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Unfortunately in the cities there is not enough space to run and fly a kite 😦
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I haven’t been to a kite festival, but that photo is lovely; it brings to mind sea creatures drifting up toward the light. Just came across your blog today, and am enjoying the “potpourri” of fun images and descriptions. I’ve added it to a list of positive sites that I keep on my own blog. Happy spring!
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Thank you for adding my name to your list – I appreciate it. I do try to keep an aura of positivity on my site – from both my posts and the comments that people make.
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I haven’t, but would very much like to…
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It is an interesting experience, Paula, and one I think you would enjoy.
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I went to the International Kite Festival in Weifeng, China last year. An outstanding experience. It’s held every April and many countries participate.
I also love that in the parks around me so many people fly kites.
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What an amazing experience that must have been. Have you posted any pictures?
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Never have been, Colline, but I bet it would be something to see. That’s a great graphic, by the way. 🙂
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I cannot take credit for it John. Seems like it was created by a group of high school students.
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Thanks for following my blog! I love the kite picture, but ocean gal that I am, it reminded me of multicolored manta rays!
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I can’t say I blame you – manta rays are beautiful 🙂
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