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Every 2 years, in SeptemberInternational 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 colourful kites from all over the world.

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

Dancing with the wind

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

For this edition 2025, marvel at the forms and colours that will dress the sky, a walking musical programme that will enliven the festival, and never-before-seen creations created with school and extracurricular audiences.

Parades, shows and entertainment will also punctuate this great celebration 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’s in store for 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 200 international kite flyers expected
🌈 Each day punctuated by the flight 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 festive parade on the 1st weekend
🌙 A night flight on Saturday 20 September

🏛️ Artistic exhibitions mixing kite and architecture

🪶 A creative competition on the theme of asymmetrical balance and its public prize
📚 Original entertainment : ephemeral library, wish net, wind farm…
🤹‍♀️ And a circus show to discover with DSN-Dieppe Scène Nationale

📅 The detailed programme of demonstrations and activities will be communicated on a day-to-day basis, depending on the weather.
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A festival in the colours of the world

This event is much more than an aerial show: it’s a genuine crossing of cultures, a meeting under the banner of universalism and peace. Through its programming, it brings together traditions, savoir-faire and imaginaries from the four corners of the globe.

More than ever, this festival carries a message of sharing and escapism, inviting everyone to look up at these symbols of freedom.
In 2025, more than 200 kite flyers are expected, from Malaysia, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, China, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Colombia, Italy, Sweden, Germany, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, Poland, Switzerland, Tahiti, the UK, the USA… And the list goes on growing!”

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A poster between sky, sea and history

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

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A festival for everyone

Beyond the spectacular shows and flights, the Dieppe International Kite Festival is first and foremost a big, free, popular festival. Young and old alike can marvel at the aerial creations, discover the art of kite flying and even take part in manufacturing and flying workshops.

Visitors can also stroll among the shops offering kites for all levels, from the simplest to the most technical, and enjoy the restaurant areas at the heart of the festival village.

Virtual visitImmersion in the Festival

<Until the next edition… Click here to take a virtual tour of the Festival!

📰🎥🎙️ If you are a journalist and would like to report on or cover the event

>>> Visit our dedicated press area!

🪁 Are you a cerf-volist who would like to take part in the 2025 edition?

>>> Visit our registration page 🔗