# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Blue Ridge Kite Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us at Green Hill Park for the 25th annual Blue Ridge Kite Festival. We will fill the sky with thousands of colorful kites, and a fantastic family atmosphere. 

This is a FREE Event - Rain or Shine!

Activities

Kite Demos from Richmond Air Force Kite Club
Crafts & Activities for children at vendor booths
Food Trucks
Free kites will be available courtesy of United Healthcare, at their tent, while supplies last. 
  *Participants must be present to receive kites.

Sensory Experience - Therapeutic Recreation Services (TRS) will provide a sensory tent experience designed to support individuals in regulating sensory sensitivities. This inclusive and calming environment will offer a space for individuals of all ages and abilities to relax, refocus, and comfortably reintegrate into the larger event setting.

Participating Food Vendors:
Birdogs
Bootleg BBQ
Brew Initiative Coffee
Charlee Tropical Italian Ice & Drinks
Empanada Nirvana
Get Glazed
Hangrcy
Mountain Grille
Royal Creamery & Icery
Saigon Street Eats
Snack Shack
SWVA Concessions
The Hot Dog Girl
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/salem/blue-ridge-kite-festival/200029685850738
- **Event Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, dog, food-truck-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4353

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Salem
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2501 Green Hill Park Rd, Salem, VA 24153, United States
- **lat**: 37.27713
- **long**: -80.1068
- **full address**: 2501 Green Hill Park Rd, Salem, VA 24153, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Blue Ridge Kite Festival
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/641ff1b566046df82562125aa3d4a6f02a92e2c97e01f59141ab91e5691f40fc-rimg-w1200-h628-dc95d0dc-gmir?v=1776014207

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Blue Ridge Kite Festival being held?
  - **A:** Blue Ridge Kite Festival takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 2501 Green Hill Park Rd, Salem, VA 24153, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Blue Ridge Kite Festival?
  - **A:** Blue Ridge Kite Festival is organized by Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Blue Ridge Kite Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Salem, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 4,300+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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