April 12, 2026, 12 Noon - 4 p.m.
Rotary Centennial Park
2625 S. College Drive
Santa Maria, CA
(805) 928-8414
Free,
smvdiscoverymuseum.org
The Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum Annual Family Kite Festival is a free event with contests, food (for a fee), live entertainment and more. Held at Rotary Centennial Park, normally on two fields, the main Field 1 features all the interaction with kites.
Field 2 showcases the winning champions from around the world, demonstrating Kite Ballet, Kite Precision, and Kite Freestyling. The festival is open to amateurs and professionals off all ages. Bring your own kite or buy one at the festival. Food and refreshments available to purchase.
Featured activities (from past years)
Kite Tail Chase for children age 12 and under
Candy Drop
Kite Drag Race
Contests -- smallest kite, largest kite, best homemade kite, oldest kite
flier and youngest kite flier
Other Santa Maria features:
4th of July California BBQ Suggestion: Try Santa Maria Tri Tip
California Cowboys Make Mama Proud
Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.