Kites and Bites

Name: Kites and Bites
Start: 2026-05-30T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-05-30T14:00:00-05:00
Location: Elmcrest Park

Schedule

Sat May 30 2026 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Elmcrest Park | Anoka, MN

Fill the spring skies with color at our fourth annual Kites and Bites, in partnership with the Ramsey Lions!
Fun for all ages, this free family event features kite flying, food trucks, games, and more. Bring your own kite or come decorate one of ours (while supplies last). Then stick around to enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks and all the family-friendly activities happening throughout the park with groups such as the Ramsey Community Foundation, Anoka Hennepin Early Childhood Family Education, Northern Starz, Ramsey Parks and Recreation, and more!
Full Day Event Schedule:
8:30 - 9 a.m.: Day of registration for 5k
8:30 - 9:15 a.m.: 5K packet pick-up
9:30 a.m.: 5K race start
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Free yard games and mini golf
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Food trucks
10:45 a.m. (approx): 5K Awards Ceremony
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Kites and Bites (free kite decorating and other family-friendly activities)
Registration is encouraged but not required. Registration helps us get an accurate estimate of participants prior to the event and allows us to send you an email notification in case of any event changes.

Participating Food Vendors:
KCM Egg Rolls
Smokin Js BBQ
Nautical Bowls - Champlin
Lemochi Japanese Confections
Hydration Shuttle

Come early for more fun!
Lace up for the Dash and Dine 5K in partnership with the Ramsey Community Foundation! Whether you're a runner, a food truck enthusiast, or both, this event is a fantastic way to challenge yourself, connect with the community, and enjoy a great meal! The race will take place on a USATF certified 5K course at Elmcrest Park that winds through scenic trails, open fields, and local neighborhoods, featuring some slight rolling hills. This course is perfect for both seasoned runners and first-timers alike.
All runners will receive a $10 meal voucher for one of the food trucks, those who register by April 13 will receive a race shirt, after that date they are on a first come first serve basis.
More information and registration for Kites and Bites can be found here: https://secure.rec1.com/MN/ramsey-mn/catalog/index/abb805550ea47c81bd9a5d75f0c520f6?filter=c2VhcmNoPWtpdGVzJnJlbnRhbCU1QmZyb20lNUQ9JnJlbnRhbCU1QnRvJTVEPSZyZW50YWwlNUJmcm9tVGltZSU1RD0mcmVudGFsJTVCdG9UaW1lJTVEPSZyZW50YWwlNUJkdXJhdGlvbiU1RD0w

Registration for the 5k for this is taken on RaceRoster here: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/114125/dash-and-dine-5k