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42nd ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE KITE PRESENTED BY THE REDONDO PIER ASSOCIATION AND SUNSHINE KITE COMPANY

Redondo Pier's annual kite festival is one of L.A.'s longest-running kite festivals in the country.

42nd Annual Festival of The Kite Presented by The Redondo Pier Assoc. & Sunshine Kite Co.: Sunday, March 13, 2016 - 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Redondo Pier’s annual kite festival is one of L.A.’s longest-running kite festivals in the country. This all-ages free event is open to the public and prizes are awarded for the best hand-made kite, best ground display, highest-flying kite, and the youngest and youngest at heart kite flyers. The public is invited to help launch a massive 25’ by 14’ foot kite.

The winner of the 10th Annual Hot Dog on a Stick Eating Contest takes home a cash prize. Other highlights include a martial arts demonstration, dance performance and live music featuring 1969 classic rock band throughout the day. The festival will culminate with a mass group kite ascension flight on the beach immediately South of the pier.

Sunday, March 13, 2016
12:00 – 5:00 pm
Redondo Beach Pier
100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277


ABOUT THE REDONDO PIER ASSOCIATION
The Redondo Pier Association is committed to bringing free community events to the pier throughout the year for everyone to enjoy. The Redondo Beach Pier was originally built in 1889 and today the pier, international boardwalk and marina are a fun family destination featuring over 50 dining, entertainment and shopping choices.

For more information, please visit www.redondopier.com or find the pier on facebook www.facebook.com/redondopier

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