CAPE MAY — After an absence of nearly a decade, kites returned to the skies of Cape May when “Kites over the Cape” took flight on Sept. 11.
The family-friendly kite festival brought big and small kites, national champion kite makers and fliers, and many free children’s activities to the beach between Decatur and Gurney streets for an aerial celebration of the 400th anniversary of Cape May’s discovery.
For those who want to try out the newest single-line and sport kites, representatives from Sky Dog Kites will be on hand to let everyone play with their toys.
The festival began at 10 a.m. on Sat., Sept. 11, and flies until 5 p.m. Wind permitting, kiters’ will be back on the beach after 9 p.m. to fly with lighted kites in the dark. “Kites over the Cape” continues on Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Kites over the Cape” is sponsored by the City of Cape May in partnership with Cabanas Beach Bar & Grill and the South Jersey Kite Flyers Association.
Schedule of kids events
Kids Activity Field (2 per event). Saturday 11, Running of the Bols; 12 Candy Drop; 1 Kite height race; 2 Kite Parade’ 3; Candy Drop; 4 Running of the Bols.
Sunday, 11 Running of the Bols; 12 Candy Drop; 1 Kite height race; 2 Kite Parade; 3 Candy Drop.
