The IKEA Family Kite Festival Soars Back for Its 39th Year at Veterans Park...May 23 & May 24.

Milwaukee, WI — Gift of Wings is thrilled to announce that the IKEA Family Kite Festival is returning to Milwaukee’s lakefront for the 39th consecutive year. Spring is finally here — it’s time to GO FLY A KITE!

On Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, 2026, join us at beautiful Veterans Park (1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive) for two days of spectacular kite flying, family fun, and breathtaking aerial displays. The festival runs from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.

The highlight of each day is the Grand Launch at noon, when more than 600 kites will fill the sky in a colorful spectacle you won’t want to miss. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrNgcpp5Mn8

World-Class Kite Performances

This year’s event features an impressive lineup of talented flyers:

The Fabulous Windjammers, the world-renowned precision kite-flying team from Detroit, will perform three times daily — marking their 15th appearance in Milwaukee. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29dFQNve7Dw&t=32s
The Chicago Fire Kite Team returns for the 25th straight year, with all six members performing their signature synchronized routines. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5J5X2dKmr0
The Fabulous Wind Wolves will wow the crowd with their two massive Super Giant Whale kites, their brand-new 120-foot Trilobite kite, and the all-new IKEA Shark kite — an exclusive debut for the Family Kite Festival. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCPTMP30BPM
Local favorites include Milwaukee’s own Mike Delfar, Paul Koepke, and Wow Pro-Style.
Jean Lemire from Montreal will attempt the challenging feat of flying three dual-line stunt kites simultaneously.
James Almas from Vancouver, the only person in the world known to fly four stunt kites at once, will showcase his incredible skill.

Free kite-flying lessons will be available throughout the weekend from the Kite Whisperers, including Jim Cosca.

Fun for the Kids

Kids won’t want to miss the Kids Mad Dash! The first 100 children to sign up and participate will receive a free kite, followed by the exciting sight of 100 kites launching into the sky at once.

Gift of Wings will have a wide selection of kites for sale, along with food and refreshments on site.

Event Details

The IKEA Family Kite Festival — Celebrating America and presented by IKEA — is completely FREE to attend, with plenty of free parking available.

The event is hosted by Gift of Wings in partnership with the Kite Society of Wisconsin and Illinois.

For more information, visit:

www.giftofwings.com
www.facebook.com/GiftofWings

Media inquiries, including interviews and additional details: Scott Fisher Gift of Wings 414-305-3145

IKEA locations serving the area: Oak Creek, WI • Bolingbrook, IL • Schaumburg, IL & coming soon Gurnee, IL

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Ohio Park Neighborhood Rummage Sale, July 11-13

Ohio Park Neighborhood Rummage Sale, July 11-13

ItWorks!

ItWorks!

I Hope You Dance Pendant

I Hope You Dance Pendant

Rummage Sale Greendale

Rummage Sale Greendale

Holland America 42 day Fall Mediterranean European Cruise to/from Fort Lauderdale

Holland America 42 day Fall Mediterranean European Cruise to/from Fort Lauderdale

Celebrate GRADS and DADS who savor food, drink and kitchen delights.

Celebrate GRADS and DADS who savor food, drink and kitchen delights.

Rummage-O-Rama

Rummage-O-Rama

Ceramic Beer Coasters

Ceramic Beer Coasters

NEW WORLD NAIL SPA PROM AND MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL

NEW WORLD NAIL SPA PROM AND MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL

2014 Are You Ready For The Summer

2014 Are You Ready For The Summer

Pain Relief from Shots - as seen on TV

Pain Relief from Shots - as seen on TV

I buy albums

I buy albums

Gorgeous Oak Chest with historic GREENDALE VILLAGE scene

Gorgeous Oak Chest with historic GREENDALE VILLAGE scene

What Mardi Gras dessert traditional in New Orleans

What Mardi Gras dessert traditional in New Orleans

Greenfield High School Community Rummage Sale

Greenfield High School Community Rummage Sale

(Feb. 28 - Mar. 1) Charity Wedding Gown Sale & Bridal Expo Benefitting Brides Against Breast Cancer

(Feb. 28 - Mar. 1) Charity Wedding Gown Sale & Bridal Expo Benefitting Brides Against Breast Cancer

Bobbi Panter pet shampoo limited time offer on GroupOn

Bobbi Panter pet shampoo limited time offer on GroupOn

Community Update

Community Update

Rummage Sale - St. Eugene School, Fox Point, WI

Rummage Sale - St. Eugene School, Fox Point, WI

Greendale Home For Sale

Greendale Home For Sale

Community Update

Community Update

Rummage Sale

Rummage Sale

Rummage Sale

Rummage Sale

Adult Learning Center Used Book Sale

Adult Learning Center Used Book Sale

Rummage Sale

Rummage Sale

New Fashion Mogul Leah Lasley

New Fashion Mogul Leah Lasley

Huge Rummage Sale Infants and Toddlers

Huge Rummage Sale Infants and Toddlers

Looking for a unique gift for a special occasion or the holidays?

Looking for a unique gift for a special occasion or the holidays?

Buy Some Brewers Tickets, Make a Difference

Buy Some Brewers Tickets, Make a Difference

Community Update

Community Update

Granite c-tops

Granite c-tops

Community Update

Community Update

Rummage sale July 5-7

Rummage sale July 5-7

Apple iPad WiFi 16 GB, 3rd Gen, White/Box+Apple Care+Smart Cover+Griffin Case

Apple iPad WiFi 16 GB, 3rd Gen, White/Box+Apple Care+Smart Cover+Griffin Case

Community Update

Community Update

Guitar Lessons

Guitar Lessons

PUMP ORGAN

PUMP ORGAN

IKEA Family Kite Festival....Celebrating America

Open House