2024 Blossom Kite Festival takes flight: ‘I think everyone should come at least once’

Katie Wechsler says this is her third year at the festival. She brought her seven- and nine-year-olds to join in on the fun. “We live in DC, and we love that we can easily get down here and love that they do this event every year. It’s a great excuse to get down on the mall and spend time with family and friends,” Wechsler said. (WTOP/Grace Newton)

The festival is welcome to kite enthusiasts, beginners and everything in between. Velen Fernandez brought her family out for the first time. “It’s amazing. I think everyone should come at least once,” Fernandez said. (WTOP/Grace Newton)

And if you’re not in the mood to fly a kite, the festival features various other activities including musical performances, face painting and competitions. Kate Easton of Fairfax says after experiencing her first festival, she’s excited to come back next year. (WTOP/Grace Newton)

“We’ll come. We’ll maybe bring our own kite and plan it out in advance,” Easton said. “We kind of did it on a whim today.” (WTOP/Grace Newton)