Attend a Fly Site
Find an official gathering near you—parks, schoolyards, open fields—hosted by local partners and community organizations.
Find a Fly SiteChoose your way to fly
There are three ways to join Fly A Haitian Kite Day—under one sky, in one shared moment at 4:53 PM.
Host a Fly Site
Organizations, nonprofits, schools, churches, and community leaders can register to host a site. We provide a toolkit, promotion, and optional fundraising and store features.
Host a SiteFly Anywhere
No fly site near you? Fly where you are. Choose a safe open space, invite friends and family, fly at 4:53 PM, and share your moment.
Learn How
Find a Fly Site — August 2026
Join a gathering near you
Browse locations by city and region. Each fly site page includes the meeting point, time window, host contact, and what to bring.
What to bring
- Your kite (or purchase one in advance)
- Water & sun protection
- Comfortable shoes
- A friend (or three)
Don't see your city? You can still participate by flying anywhere—or you can host a site.
New York City
Miami
Atlanta
Paris
Montréal
Host a Fly Site
Bring people together in your city
We hand you a complete toolkit so you can focus on community—not logistics.
Turnkey toolkit
Fly site guide, checklists, safety tips, and signage templates—ready to print.
Fundraise & sell
Optional partner store and donation tools so your organization raises real funds.
Promotion
Map placement, co-branded social graphics, and featured partner spotlights.
Fly Anywhere — DIY Guide
Fly where you are
Four simple steps. All you need is open sky and someone to share it with.
1
Pick a safe space
An open field, park, beach, or rooftop—away from power lines.
2
Gather your people
Family, friends, neighbors—everyone is welcome.
3
Fly at 4:53 PM
Take a breath, remember, then let your kite rise.
4
Share your moment
Post your photos and videos and tag the community.
Questions
Frequently asked
What is Fly A Haitian Kite Day?+
A worldwide kite-flying event that brings Haitian diaspora communities, friends of Haiti, and local partners together—honoring Haiti, celebrating culture, and supporting community-led impact through the 11th Department.
When is it in August 2026?+
The 2026 event takes place in August (date shown on the homepage countdown). Confirm your local fly site's exact day and time on its location page.
What time do we fly, and which timezone?+
We fly at 4:53 PM—the symbolic moment the 2010 earthquake struck. Each fly site lists its local time window so communities everywhere can share the moment.
Where can I find a fly site?+
Use the Find a Fly Site map to browse by city and region. Each listing includes the meeting point, time, host contact, and what to bring.
Can I host a fly site?+
Yes—organizations, schools, churches, and community leaders can register. See Host a Fly Site and our Partner Program.
Do I need a Haitian kite to participate?+
Any kite works, but our handmade Haitian kites support Haitian makers and community programs. Get a kite.
How do I buy a kite — shipping or pickup?+
Individual orders ship or are available for pickup depending on your area; bulk orders are available for schools and groups; or buy through a local partner store. See Get a Kite.