Kite Festival 2026
June 7, 2026
Chippewa Park, Thunder Bay
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Get ready to soar with us at Kite Festival at Chippewa Park – a family-friendly celebration filled with colourful kites, outdoor fun, and exciting activities! Join us for:
- Temporary Tattoos – Get creative and add a fun, vibrant design to your look at our temporary tattoo station!
- Kite Flying Areas – Bring your own kite or borrow one to take to the skies in our designated flying zones.
- Amusement Rides – Enjoy thrilling rides and classic fair fun for all ages with Kite Festival Special Pricing!
- Bracelets will be sold for either one hour or two hours of unlimited rides:
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- Adults- $30.00 for 1 hour, $50.00 for 2 hours
- Child- $20.00 for 1 hour, $30.00 for 2 hours
- Individual tickets will be available
- $5.50- large ride
- $2.50- small ride
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- Bracelets will be sold for either one hour or two hours of unlimited rides:
- Food Vendors – Satisfy your cravings with a variety of tasty treats from local food vendors. Cash payments preferred.
- Artisans - Discover unique creations from local artisans.
- Community Groups – Explore booths from local organizations and connect with the community.
- Indoor & Outdoor Activities – With activities for all ages, everyone will find something fun to do, no matter the weather!
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- Buses will leave Kinsmen Northwood Centre approx. every half hour, starting at 10:00 am.
- Buses will leave Chippewa Park approx. every half hour, starting at 11:00 am.
- Last shuttle leaves Chippewa Park at 4:00 pm.
- Bike Valet & Active Transportation Routes - If you're looking to bike to Chippewa Park, you can park in our monitored Bike Valet!
- Here are some routes you can take:
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City Hall Bus Terminal to Chippewa Park Kite Festival
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Water Street Bus Terminal to Chippewa Park Kite Festival
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Confederation College to Kite Festival
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Lakehead University
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- Here are some routes you can take:
Bring the whole family, grab a kite, and join us for a day of flying fun and community celebration at the Kite Festival 2026!
FREE ADMISSION – Everyone Welcome!
Are you a community group, artisan, or vendor looking to be part of the Kite Festival or other exciting events in Thunder Bay? We’re always on the lookout for interactive activities, creative booths, and family-friendly fun to make our events even better! Visit our Be Part of It page to learn more and apply today!
Exciting news! Kite Festival has been named one of Ontario’s Top 100 Events by Festivals & Events Ontario for 2026! Kite Festival only continues to grow and we couldn't have done it without you! Thank you for making this event so special!
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