Thank you to all who made the Rosebud Kite Festival 2012 a great success. We enjoyed record numbers this year and the feed-back has been great. Thanks to all our international guests, volunteers, stall holders and all the lovely visitors who came and soaked up the atmosphere. Looking forward to the 2013 Festival and hope to see you there.
Go to our facebook page to see a gallery of great pics from the 2012 Rosebud Kite Festival.

Rosebud Kite Festival 2012

Don’t miss one of the best day’s out in the family’s summer calendar- and it’s free! The Rosebud Kite Festival, now in it’s eighth year, is an extraordinary kite flying fiesta that celebrates the art of the kite. At a beautiful location on the Rosebud foreshore, kite flyers from all persuasions will be gracing the skies with their colourful creations.

In 2012, the Rosebud Chamber of Commerce is proud to be hosting an international line-up of Australia and New Zealand’s most recognised kite producers and wind art designers

The kite flying performances are matched by an exciting program of family entertainment, kids activities, kite making workshops, a spectacular, solo aero display by one of the RAAF Roulettes aerobatic team, carnival rides, dance, craft, roving performers, food stalls and more. ABC’s Jimmy Giggle will be signing autographs at 12 noon and 3.30pm, and on the festival stage live salsa and rock n’roll bands are performing throughout the afternoon. (see ‘What’s on’ page for listings)

Come and enjoy the Rosebud Kite Festival – bring your friends and family down for a wonderful day out.

Kite flying originated in China, over 2500 years ago, using silk fabric and bamboo framework. Over the years the design and technology of kites has evolved and manufacturers now use a variety of materials, styles and shapes. From flat shapes, 3 dimensional forms, rotating wind socks to modern, massive inflatable designs. The festival at Rosebud will display many of these new style kites, while encouraging children to learn the art and skill of kite flying.