Longview Kite Festival postponed due to expected storms

Annual event moved to Friday to avoid severe weather on Wednesday

Mar. 10, 2026 at 2:18am

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The 5th annual Longview Kite Festival, originally scheduled for Wednesday, has been postponed until Friday due to expected severe storms moving through East Texas this week. The family-friendly festival at Lear Park typically draws thousands of attendees for free kites, arts and crafts, games, live entertainment, and food vendors.

Why it matters

The Longview Kite Festival is a highly anticipated annual event that brings the community together. Postponing the festival to avoid potential weather disruptions ensures the safety of attendees and allows the event to proceed as planned.

The details

The Longview Kite Festival, which was originally scheduled for Wednesday, March 12 at 12 p.m., has been moved to Friday, March 14 to avoid the chance of severe storms expected in the area on Wednesday. Longview Parks and Recreation will share any further updates about the festival online.

  • The 5th annual Longview Kite Festival was originally scheduled for Wednesday, March 12, 2026.
  • The festival has been postponed and will now take place on Friday, March 14, 2026.

The players

Longview Parks and Recreation

The department responsible for organizing the annual Longview Kite Festival.

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What’s next

Longview Parks and Recreation will share any updates about the rescheduled Longview Kite Festival on their website and social media channels.

The takeaway

By postponing the Longview Kite Festival to avoid severe weather, the organizers are prioritizing the safety and enjoyment of the thousands of attendees who look forward to this annual community event.