Let’s Go Fly A Kite!
The sky’s the limit for the highflying Kites on the Coast! Council on Aging of West Florida is bringing high-flying, intergenerational fun back to Pensacola’s Casino Beach Friday, March 13 through Sunday, March 15 for its fifth annual kite festival, Kites on the Coast! This free, three-day celebration brings together spectators of all ages to experience the magic of kite flying while supporting vital services for local seniors.
The sky over Casino Beach will become a vibrant showcase of color and motion featuring massive show kites by Chicago Kite along with the aerial artistry of Michigan-based stunt kite team SkyFX. The weekend will also include food trucks, kids’ activities, and more at the Gulfside Pavilion.
Kites on the Coast promotes fun across all ages with the classic pastime of kite flying. Families can bring kites to fly, purchase one at the event, or sit back and enjoy the sight of colorful kites soaring above the shoreline. Friday’s event kicks off earlier than usual at 12 pm, with a lighted night fly after sunset, and Saturday’s festivities will begin at 10 am with another lighted night fly, weather permitting. Sunday’s kite flying will be from 10 am until 2 pm. Friday evening’s kite displays will coincide with Cinemas in the Sand for an extra special evening of family fun!
“We’re thrilled to bring back Kites on the Coast for the fifth year because it’s such a unique experience to see these giant, wondrous kites on our beautiful Pensacola Beach,” says Council on Aging marketing communications director Emily Echevarria. “It brings the community together, young and old alike, and while they’re here enjoying the festivities, families are hearing about our programs and services before they actually need them.”
This event aims to bring family-friendly fun and promote Council on Aging’s vital programs for aging adults and caregivers. Donations will also be accepted at the event.
Council on Aging is grateful for support from Florida Community Care, Centennial Bank, Cat Country 98.7, NewsRadio 92.3, ECUA, Emergency Care Partners, Gentiva Hospice, Superior Van and Mobility, and Trinity Health PACE of Pensacola, which has made this event possible. Funds raised from sponsorships and donations at the event support programs including Meals on Wheels, caregiver support, and The Retreat adult day care, all of which help seniors in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties age safely in place in their most comfortable surroundings.