Mumbai kids learn to make their own kites this Makar Sankranti

Instead of buying kites this Makar Sankranti, you could learn to make them yourself. Several kite-making classes for kids are being held across the city.

Drishti Goyani, who is based in Kandivali West, is conducting a workshop for kids aged 3 to 5 years. Talking about the workshop, which will be held over one-and-a-half hours, she says, "To ensure the kids' safety, we will make our kites with various kinds of paper and glue, along with fancy stickers . We will also be doing a short storytelling session, which explains why this festival is celebrated."

Mrunalini De, whose four-year-old daughter has enrolled for one such course, says, "Kids love the idea of buying colourful kites, but we should encourage them to make their own using their creativity. A kite-making workshop where other kids will also be present will teach them about working together to create something."

An international furniture brand is organising kite making workshops for kids and adults on Monday and Tuesday at it's store in Navi Mumbai. Both events are free for attendees.

For families who want to attend a kite festival, there's the annual kite-flying festival in Vasai on Sunday from 3 to 6 pm. The festival will have a kite-flying competition, where kites and firki will be provided.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”