Archived Story: Hello Kitty Boardfest, later called Boardfest

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. ' Boardfest  was held at the Huntington Beach Pier  2005 through 2009 (approx.)  The surf-inspired festival featured a family-oriented beach exposition showcasing free attractions and games, surf clinics, skateboarding demonstrations and live music all set against the backdrop of a top-rated professional women's surfing competition.  Hello Kitty herself joined along with more than 100,000 kids, 'tweens, teens and young adults expected to attend over four days.