The 98th Annual ABC Zilker Park Kite Festival

The Kite Contest (or ‘Tournament’ as it was once known), created by the Exchange Club of Austin, has been held every year in Austin since 1929. Since 1936 its home has been in Zilker Park. The Kite Flying Contest is for single line kites and every kind of kite is welcome. This contest has changed very little since 1929. Categories include largest, smallest, highest angle, steadiest, best kite pilot, most unusual and the 50-yard dash. All ages are eligible to compete (some categories have a youth and adult divisions) and the contest is free to participate in. Trophies are awarded to first, second and third place winners in each category division. The Oldest and youngest competitors in the contest win trophies too. Registration takes place 11am to end of contest in the park on the contest field the day of the event.