For the real pros, Winddriven also carries quad-kites operated by four strings – that’s two strings in each hand. And if all this sounds confusing, the shop is happy to help.

All of this kite-centric bonanza is made possible by Long Beach's World Kite Museum, which sponsors the festival. The museum is an incredible destination in itself, home to over 1,000 kites ...

Several kite flyers also participated in candy drops throughout the day, entertaining kids and candy-lovers on the sand. This year marks the 21st anniversary of the first Morro Bay Kite Festival.