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From 13 to 21 September 2025International Kite Festival

Dieppe International Kite Festival

Every two years in Dieppe, the sky gives visitors a colourful display.

The beach lawns play host to a fabulous ballet of multicoloured kites from the four corners of the world.

> The next festival will take place from 13 to 21 September 2025 <

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Dancing with the wind

For 9 days in September, the International Kite Festival transforms Dieppe’s eight hectares of seafront lawns into a veritable open-air theatre.

For this 2025 edition, you’ll be amazed by the shapes and colours that will fill the skies, a travelling musical programme that will enliven the festival, and creative kites,

Parades, shows and entertainment will also punctuate this great festival where the wind becomes the ally of artists and enthusiasts. A not-to-be-missed event for young and old alike!

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What awaits you in 2025!

From 13 to 21 September, the skies over Dieppe will come alive with a rich programme open to the world:

🌍 More than 400 international kite flyers expected, including 200 officials representing 28 countries
🌈 Each day will be punctuated by theflight of giant bowls in the morning and commented and choreographed flights in the afternoon, with a flexible programme adapted to the weather
🪁 A village structured into 5 hubs: exhibition, children’s, historical, creative and aerial photography
🌙 A night flight on Friday 19 September
🎭 A festive parade on Sunday 21 September
🏛️ Art exhibitions combining kites and architecture
🪶 A creative competition on the theme of asymmetrical balance and its public prize
📚 Original events: ephemeral library, wishing net, wind farm, etc.
🎶 Concerts every day
🤹‍♀️ And a circus show to discover with DSN-Dieppe Scène Nationale

Demonstrations, pavilions, concerts, entertainment...

The full programme is here!

A festival in the colours of the world

This event is much more than an aerial show: it’s a true crossroads of cultures, a meeting place under the banner ofuniversalism and peace. Through its programme, it brings together traditions, know-how and imaginary worlds from the four corners of the globe.

More than ever, this festival carries a message of sharing and escapism, inviting everyone to look up to these symbols of freedom.
In 2025, more than 200 kite flyers are expected from Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tasmania, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA and Vietnam.

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A poster between sky, sea and history

The 2025 poster pays tribute to Dieppe’smaritime identity, between sky, sea and cross-Channel ferry, to mark the 200th anniversary of the Dieppe-Newhaven link. It also illustrates the theme of the festival: “shapes and colours“, echoing the abundant creativity of kites from all over the world.
To be shared without moderation!

©Poster 2025 Festival International Cerfs Volants Ludwig Malbranque Ville De Dieppe

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A festival for everyone

The Dieppe International Kite Festival is more than just spectacular shows and flights. It’s a free, popular celebration. Young and old alike can marvel at the aerial creations, discover the art of kite flying and even take part in kite-making and flying workshops.

Visitors can also browse the shops selling kites for all levels, from the simplest to the most technical, and take advantage of the catering facilities in the heart of the festival village.

🎉 They support the festival!

Institutions, companies, loyal partners… discover those who make this great festival possible by supporting the International Kite Festival.

Find out more about official sponsors

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Official sponsors

Festival merchandise

🎁 Why not take a piece of the festival home with you?

Check out the official collection of merchandise: water bottle, bobsleigh, 4-colour pen and many other items to give as gifts or for yourself. On sale at theTourist Office and at the festival!

🧭 How to get here

All the practical info on parking and shuttles during the festival
👉 This way

All the practical information you need to get to Dieppe
👉How to get to Dieppe

🚆 Good plan: special offers have been put in place with SNCF NOMAD to make it easier for you to come by train during the festival!
👉Moreinfo

📰🎥🎙️ Are you a journalist who would like to cover the event?

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