Get swept away in the excitement of the new Atchison County Library branch coming soon at the Books and Breezes Kite Festival on August 9, 2025. The Great American Kite Company from Chillicothe, Mo is bringing the magic of giant kites to the Gould Memorial Airport in Tarkio, Mo for an extraordinary day with special shows, activities and vendors.
This event will not only serve as an amazing event for the entire county to enjoy, but also give sponsorships available to in order to help close the gap on funds for the new library branch being built in Rock Port.
Books & Breezes Kite Festival
Featuring Great American Kites
Saturday, August 9, 2025
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tarkio, MO | Atchison County Missouri
Join us for a spectacular day of high-flying fun at the Atchison County Library’s inaugural Books & Breezes Community Kite Festival! This free, family-friendly event brings the community together to celebrate reading, creativity, and the excitement of flight—all while supporting the new Atchison County Library facility in Rock Port, opening in 2026.
- Kite-Themed Activities:
- Giant Kite Show – Experience the awe of massive, breathtaking kites soaring high, presented by Northwest Missouri s own Great American Kites & Events.
- Public Kite Flying – Bring your own kite or grab one on-site to fly alongside fellow enthusiasts.
- Kite-Making Workshop – Kids can design and decorate their own paper kites for free!
- Retail Kite Store – Take home the fun with a variety of kites available for purchase.
This festival helps raise awareness and support for the new Atchison County Library facility in Rock Port, set to open in Fall 2025! Learn more about this exciting project at the festival and support one of Northwest Missouri’s newest libraries.
