Since the first year of the LBI Fly International Kite Festival, in 2015, area residents and visitors alike have to come to know, and eagerly anticipate, that early fall means a weekend full of “brilliant colorful artist design kites, fun flying giant inflatable kites and the amazing show of sport kiting (on) our beautiful Island,” as event organizers note. The ninth annual festival of kites is planned for Oct. 6-8, and will be split between Brant Beach and Ship Bottom.

Details are subject to change due to weather and wind, but, as of now, the weekend’s events will begin on Friday, Oct.