40th Annual Hanggliding Spectacular

Jockey’s Ridge State Park and Jockey’s Ridge Crossing, Nags Head. This is the world’s oldest, continuous hang gliding competition.  Hang gliding professionals from all over the world come to the Outer Banks to compete and have fun on Jockey’s Ridge State Park.  Demonstrations, street dances and awards ceremonies are all features of this spectacular event.  Families can enjoy a rock climbing wall, hang gliding simulator, kite making and face painting. A portion of the events proceeds will go to benefit Friends of Jockey’s Ridge, a non-profit organization which supports the development of Jockey’s Ridge State Park. (877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124 or kittyhawkkites.com