The popular event is taking place on Southsea Common this week – and is marking its 30th anniversary.
We had our photographer down at the event yesterday to capture all the amazing kites on display.
The kite festival will continue today – here are our best photos from day one, to get you excited for the final day.
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1. Portsmouth Kite Festival
Bryony Mahoney (28) watches Josh Gent (27) fly his kite in the brisk winds at the kite festival. Picture: Mike Cooter (070821) Photo: Mike Cooter
2. Portsmouth Kite Festival
Some of the many airborne characters at the Portsmouth Kite Festival. Picture: Mike Cooter (070821) Photo: Mike Cooter
3. Portsmouth Kite Festival
A family day out at the Portsmouth Kite Festival. Pictured: Mum Becky Sykes (32), Sophia (7), Isaac (5) dad Jonathon Sykes (32) and Isabelle (10). Picture: Mike Cooter (070821) Photo: Mike Cooter
4. Portsmouth Kite Festival
Anna Martin (7) making the most of the brisk seafront breeze at the Portsmouth Kite Festival. Picture: Mike Cooter (070821) Photo: Mike Cooter