The 42nd annual Smithsonian Kite Festival is this Saturday, March 29th. “China” is the theme this year–honoring the invention of the kite in China more than 2,000 years ago. As always, you’ll find the festival on the Mall, near the Washington Monument.

The event runs from 10 am to 4 pm and will feature 3 kite competitions: handmade kites, a traditional rokkaku kite battle, and a “Hot Tricks” contest. This year, there will also be a Kite Festival poetry contest for students. In case of rain, the festival will be moved to March 30th.