Get ready to let your spirits—and your kites—soar high this weekend as the Pakistan Information and Cultural Organization (PICO) brings back the beloved annual kite festival to Fountain Hills. On Saturday, March 9th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fountain Park will be abuzz with colors and festivities as the event takes off amid the celebration of spring's arrival.
The bustling event offers a taste of rich cultural traditions with a promise of an "amazing kite flying experience," as per Fountain Hills' official announcement. Kites will be available at the venue for a nominal cost of $5.00 to $7.00, although guests are welcome to come equipped with their flying apparatuses. Previous years have seen a sky dance of large, custom-made kites, and the same is expected at this year's kite extravaganza, set to be graced by the optimal wind conditions of Fountain Park.
Accompanying the visual feast of kites will be the sounds and flavors of Asia, with live music, a variety of ethnic foods, henna tattoos, and the real high-flyers, quite literally, the "hundreds of flying kites." For those with a competitive streak, live demonstrations of kite fights will be featured, reminiscent of scenes from the well-known film "The Kite Runner."
It's not just about the kites, though. Last year's edition drew in close to 1,200 visitors, making it a well-attended community event where people from all walks of life come together. Whether you're a kite aficionado or simply looking for a fun day out with the family, the festival is poised to be a perfect outing. Those in search of further details can reach out to Omar Hameed at 480-586-1840 for more information.
