The 43rd Kitty Hawk Hang Gliding Spectacular Weekend is finally here. Look for great competition in a beautiful setting and four days of fun.
Taking place at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, the Hang Gliding Spectacular is the oldest hang gliding competition around, and it’s worthiest to see old friends gather and talk about the great experiences they’ve had.
The Hang Gliding Spectacular is only one of the many great event Kitty Hawk Kites has scheduled for the year. There is no way to write about everything at once, but here are the upcoming events through June.
BIC SUP One Design Series
May 24, Manteo Store Location
Bring the family because this competition is all au fun. A great way to discover how much fun Standup Paddle Boarding (SUP) can be and how fantastic it is for the whole family. All levels of competition welcome.
Rogallo Kite Festival
Jun 5, 2015 – Jun 7, 2015, Kitty Hawk Kites, Jockey’s Ridge Crossing and Jockey’s Ridge State Park
A celebration of the genius of Francis Rogallo, a NASA scientist and inventor of the “Rogallo Wing”, the flexible wing that is used in hang gliders, paraglider and most stunt kites.
Check out the daily kite demonstrations and huge kites that will be flying over Jockey’s Ridge all three days. Try your hand at stunt kite flying at one of the world’s finest kite flying locations.
BIC SUP One Design Series
Jun 11, Duck Kitty Hawk Kites
We’re taking our BIC SUP One Design series to the waters of the Currituck Sound. Check out how much fun SUP can be.
Don’t forget our world-famous Kid’s Day is happening all summer long. Check out the schedule below for when your child can have their face painted, try their hand at tossing a yoyo and learn how to make a kite.
Tuesdays
Avon (10AM – NOON)
Waves (1:30 – 4:30)
Corolla (2PM – 4PM)
Wednesdays
Nags Head (10AM – 2PM)
Hatteras ( 2PM – 4PM)