Fly Beyond the Mountain: Afghanistan Kite Making

Come join us for a colorful and creative kite-making activity inspired by the traditions of Afghanistan! In Afghanistan, kite flying is a national pastime enjoyed by people of all ages. In Dari, one of the main languages spoken in Afghanistan, the word for kite is guiparan, which means “flying doll.”

In this activity, children will design and build their own kites using bright colors, patterns, and artwork inspired by the rich cultural traditions of Afghanistan. After decorating their kites, they’ll assemble them and get ready to watch them dance in the wind just like the guiparan seen across the skies of Afghanistan. It’s a fun and meaningful way to explore the beauty of Afghanistani traditions while expressing creativity through art!

Fly Beyond the Mountain: Afghanistan Kite Making is organized as part of the Cultural Expressions Festival by the Multicultural Association of Fredericton Inc in partnership with the Fredericton Public Library

You may also like the following events from Cultural Expressions Festival:

• This month, 17th June, 05:00 pm, Anti-racism Panel Discussion in Fredericton

Also check out other Festivals in Fredericton, Arts events in Fredericton.