Usedomer Drachenfestival Karlshagen
Colorful kite spectacle on the Baltic Sea beach with the world's largest inflatable kite
About Usedomer Drachenfestival
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Kites over the Baltic Sea
The Usedomer Drachenfestival is one of the largest and most popular kite festivals in Northern Germany. Every year on a weekend in October, kite enthusiasts, kite designers, and families come to the wide beach of the Karlshagen Baltic Sea resort to decorate the sky over the Baltic Sea with hundreds of colorful kites. The 14th edition is scheduled for 2026 — the festival has been a firm fixture in Karlshagen's event calendar since 2013.
From Mini Kites to XXL Models
The spectrum of participating kites is impressive: mini kites for children's hands to professional giant kites that require several people to hold. Handmade artist models in the shape of octopuses, kites of Chinese tradition, whale silhouettes, and abstract art kites combine in the sky to form a constantly changing composition. On the beach forecourt, beach kite sculptures and cute kite figures impress around the concert shell. A special highlight for children is the XXL slide in the shape of a kite.
Competitions and the "Draki"
The festival thrives on encounters and competition. On Saturday from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM, the Kite Sand Sculpture Competition takes place — families create creative kite sculptures from Baltic Sea sand, which are then judged by a jury. Over both festival days, kite pilots can participate in the competition for the "Most Beautiful Kite in the Sky." The award ceremony — with the presentation of the "Draki", the Usedom kite Oscar — takes place on Sunday at 3:30 PM.
Accompanying Program and Workshops
In addition to the kite spectacle in the sky, a diverse accompanying program shapes the festival's character. Kite-building workshops for children and adults teach how to design and build a kite. Live music at the concert shell, children's entertainment with stories and games, and a small festival mile with food trucks and drink stands round off the weekend.
Karlshagen as a Kite Location
The wide, spacious beach of Karlshagen — located between Peenemünde and Trassenheide — offers ideal conditions for the kite festival. The consistent north-westerly wind, the flat sandy ground, and the lack of obstacles make it one of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's best kite spots. Its location in the Vorpommern-Greifswald district and its immediate proximity to the Dünencamp Karlshagen ensure sufficient infrastructure. The organizer is the municipality of Ostseebad Karlshagen, which positions the festival as a community family event.
Usedomer Drachenfestival — edition 2026
Saturday, October 10 — Family Kite Day
The festival kicks off on Saturday, bringing together kite pilots and families on the Karlshagen beach forecourt. Throughout the day, there will be kite-building workshops, live music at the concert shell, and children's entertainment. The highlight in the afternoon: the Kite Sand Sculpture Competition from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. Families create creative kite sculptures from Baltic Sea sand.
Sunday, October 11 — Finale and "Draki" Award Ceremony
On Sunday, kite pilots continue their demonstrations. Giant kites, beach sculptures, and the announced XXL kite enchant the sky over the Baltic Sea. At 3:30 PM, the award ceremony for the "Draki", the Usedom kite Oscar, takes place — awarding the "Most Beautiful Kite in the Sky.".
Beach Stage and Concert Shell
Throughout both days, live music, food trucks, and a small festival market shape the atmosphere. The wide Karlshagen beach offers ideal kite-flying conditions — consistent wind, flat sandy ground, and unobstructed views of the water.
Programme Usedomer Drachenfestival 2026
Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Morning — Festival opening, first kite demonstrations on the beach
- All day — Kite-building workshops for children and adults, live music
- 3:30 PM–5:00 PM — Kite Sand Sculpture Competition
- Afternoon and Evening — Kite pilot demonstrations, food trucks on the beach forecourt
Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Morning — Kite pilot demonstrations with giant kites and XXL model
- 3:30 PM — "Draki" Award Ceremony (Usedom Kite Oscar)
- Afternoon — Final kite flying with all participants
Highlights Usedomer Drachenfestival 2026
- 14th edition of the kite festival — established family event since 2013
- World's largest inflatable kite as the main attraction
- Kite Sand Sculpture Competition on Saturday
- Competition for the "Draki", the Usedom kite Oscar
- Kite-building workshops for children and adults
- XXL slide in kite shape for the youngest guests
- Admission completely free
Prices Usedomer Drachenfestival 2026
Admission to the festival and all program points is completely free. Materials for kite-building workshops can be purchased on-site at cost price (approx. 5–15 EUR depending on the model). Food and drinks at food trucks at usual prices. Private kite pilots are very welcome — register for the competition on-site.
Practical information — Usedomer Drachenfestival
Getting There
Train: Usedomer Bäderbahn (UBB) to Karlshagen, a few minutes' walk to the beach forecourt.
Car: Via the A20 (exit Anklam), B109/B110 to Karlshagen. Parking available at the Dünencamp and in the garages near the beach.
Admission
Admission to the kite festival is completely free. Materials for the kite-building workshops can be purchased on-site at cost price. Food and drinks at the food trucks and market stalls are payable.
Participation as a Kite Pilot
Private kite pilots are welcome — register for the "Most Beautiful Kite in the Sky" competition on-site. Kites of all sizes and styles are permitted. The festival may be canceled in case of storms — check weather status on karlshagen.de.
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Where it takes place Usedomer Drachenfestival
Strandvorplatz Karlshagen und Strand
Strandvorplatz Karlshagen, 17449 Karlshagen