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Kite festivals in Germany

Overview

The 2026 Festival der Riesendrachen at Tempelhofer Feld in Berlin features over 2,000 kites and approximately 75 professional pilots from domestic and international teams.

As the event commences, organizers highlight massive displays including fantasy figures, animals, and kites reaching up to 50 meters in length. Participants note that flying these large kites requires significant skill to manage pulling forces that can reach 250 kilograms. While the German Weather Service predicts dry conditions with weak to moderate winds, organizers suggest that the largest kites may face difficulties ascending without stronger gusts. The free festival includes a ground program of music and circus performances and expects to attract around 100,000 visitors.

Entities

Tempelhofer Feld · Stemmer Berg · Berlin · Robert Kirsch · Deutscher Wetterdienst

Timeline

about 7 hours ago

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10 days ago

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Berlin to host Festival der Riesendrachen 2026 at Tempelhofer Feld
The Festival der Riesendrachen 2026 will held at Berlin's Tempelhofer Feld on September 12, featuring over 2,000 kites, professional pilots, and live entertainment.

Sources

berliner-abendblatt.de · berlinmagazine.de · deister-echo.de · newsfeed.zeit.de