The ABC Kite Fest is back for its 97th year. With the classic kite showcase and kite contest, MossFest children’s concert, High Flyer VIP club and more, this is one So Austin event you don’t want to miss!
Everything You Need To Know About ABC Kite Fest 2025
The largest and longest-running festival of its kind, ABC Kite Fest returns to Zilker Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The fest is FREE to attend thanks to the generous support of community sponsors and the City of Austin.
For attendees interested in planning their trip in advance, pre-paid parking and shuttle bus passes are available. Austinites can also take advantage of the ABC Kite Fest’s VIP experience: the High Flyer Club presented by Texas Mutual. VIP passes include early entry into the festival, access to reserved, pre-paid parking, specialty food options and private air-conditioned restrooms. Passes for the High Flyer Club are on sale today for $100.
Activities Happening at This Year’s Event:
- The Exchange Club Kite Showcase & Contest, presented by H-E-B with support from KXAN (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.): The free-to-enter community contest is open to all and includes categories such as “most unusual kite” and “highest angle kite.” Registration for the contest begins at 11 a.m., and participants may enter contest events, which take place from 1 to 4 p.m., with handmade or store-bought kites. Alongside the contest, check out the ABC Kite Fest showcase, featuring some of the world’s premier kite flyers showing off their skills.
- MossFest, a children’s concert presented by PNC Bank with support from Austin PBS (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.): Hosted by the Moss Pieratt Foundation, MossFest celebrates the life of John “Moss” Pieratt, Jr., his love for music and people, and the joy he inspired in others. This year’s concert kicks off with Barton Hills Choir, followed by Mr. Will and DiscoTex at the center of the Kids Club. Following the concert, family friendly programming will continue on the MossFest stage.
- The Kids Club, presented by Texas Children’s (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.): The Kids Club is bursting with activities for children of all ages, including FREE bounce houses, face painting and more.
- Pet Zone, presented by Austin Subaru (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.): There’s something for everyone at the ABC Kite Fest—including your pups! The Pet Zone features an off-leash pet playground and numerous vendors offering toys, food and services for your pets.
- Food and drink (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.): Onsite food trucks and concession stands will serve local favorites throughout the day, including Amy’s Ice Creams, JP’s Pancake Company and Lupe Tortilla.
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