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International Kite Festival

Mid-June 2026

2026

Mid-June 2026

2027

Dates confirmed later — moveable feast

Where

The Hague & Scheveningen

What it is

International Kite Festival explained

Two weekends of giant kites over Scheveningen beach, flown by teams from thirty countries along the boulevard.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in The Hague & Scheveningen tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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International Kite Festival, explained

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What is International Kite Festival?

Two weekends of giant kites over Scheveningen beach, flown by teams from thirty countries along the boulevard. It's a culture event held in The Hague & Scheveningen.

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When is International Kite Festival in 2026?

International Kite Festival runs Mid-June 2026 in The Hague & Scheveningen. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

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Is International Kite Festival free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, International Kite Festival is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

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Where should I stay for International Kite Festival?

Book a room in The Hague & Scheveningen itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in The Hague & Scheveningen also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

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Checked · 30 July 2026