Drone Shows for Events and Ceremonies

Book a drone show – Professional drone shows for events worldwide

International drone shows for corporate events, stadium shows, festivals, and brand presentations—perfectly synchronized to music since 1998.

The DNA of Lunatx drone shows is brought to life by decades of experience and in-house innovation in engineering and creativity. Our work is shaped by productions for world-class international events. Lunatx SFX relies on the IO Star 3 swarm with RTK-based positioning. Precisely synchronized with sound and visuals, smooth & slick moving lights create an otherworldly experience. We call it the »Symphony of Flying Lights«.

What is a drone show?

A drone show is a choreographed light display consisting of many synchronized LED drones that create three-dimensional formations and moving images in the night sky. With the help of specialized software, the drones follow precisely programmed flight paths and together form visual scenes, logos, or abstract animations.

Typical features of a drone show:

  • Synchronized LED drones create light images in the sky
  • Precise flight paths ensure safe and collision-free movements
  • Formations can range in size from several hundred meters to over a kilometer.
  • Shows are often combined with music, sound design, or live performances.
  • Modern alternative to traditional fireworks with high creative flexibility

The combination of technology, storytelling, and lighting design creates an immersive show format that is particularly suitable for corporate events, festivals, product launches, and large ceremonies.

Drone show for events and occasions

Drohnenformation mit synchronisierten LED-Drohnen als visuelle Inszenierung am Nachthimmel.

Everything you can imagine or desire finds its place in the sky with Lunatx drone shows.

LED-Drohnen bilden eine digitale Form oder ein interaktives Symbol am Himmel.

256 X-Drones create interactive content and combine physical shows with digital experiences.

Drohnenformation visualisiert Markenformen oder Produktinszenierungen im Nachthimmel.

Eye-catching presentation of brand messages through precisely choreographed drone shows.

Synchronisierte Drohnenformation als Teil einer musikalischen Eventinszenierung.

Drones in perfect synchronization with music, sound design, and live visuals.

Großformatige Drohnenformation mit hoher Sichtweite für öffentliche Veranstaltungen.

Large-scale sky displays with a wide reach for large audiences.

Drohnenformation als visuelles Highlight für feierliche Eventmomente.

Glittering light images for extraordinary productions and social media moments.

Animierte Logos oder Formen aus LED-Drohnen über einem Event.

Logos, brandings, and shapes become visible as animated light images in the night sky.

Why choose a drone show from Lunatx?

With Lunatx drone shows, the sky becomes a multimedia stage – with formations spanning up to one kilometre.

Lunatx flies the IO Star 3 by Drotek, developed and manufactured in France. The software-based control environment is part of Drotek’s IO Star system. At the Lunatx LAB, we develop our own hardware solutions for the operator station, as well as tools and workflows for show design, formation planning, 3D previews and music synchronization.

Lunatx drone shows combine real events with digital experiences: drones can display interactive elements such as QR codes in the sky and link content directly to viewers’ smartphones. At the same time, they create visual highlights with a wide reach – from emotional storytelling moments to spectacular brand presentations with an enormous viewing area.

Precisely choreographed, technologically innovative and perfectly tailored to your event.

Advantages of a professional drone show

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inspiring

Breathtaking light effects in the sky and magical choreographies in 3D. This creates goosebump moments from Light and sound.

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innovative

Combination of AI, drones and storytelling – precisely choreographed. Real-time programming for creative freedom.

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sustainable

The show operation itself is emission-free: the drones are powered by battery packs and produce neither residues nor particulate matter. During flight, the drones operate at low noise levels. Manufacturing, transport and travel are not included. (As of August 2026)

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new

The event trend of tomorrow: a modern alternative to fireworks – fresh, digital and future-orientated. A highlightalso as a reel.

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safe

Tested and approved by the German LBA in accordance with European EASA regulations: redundancy, geofence andSystem E-Stop.

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creative

Breaking new ground with reduced silhouettes and logos, gigantic, moving 3D objects or live portraits.

Safety & Certification for Drone Shows

Lunatx drone pilots – visionary, experienced, and certified.

Lunatx drone pilots complete regular flight training at our airfield in Düsseldorf to continuously refine their drone coordination skills. They are trained to synchronize drones, control complex lighting sequences and formations, and operate shows in real time.

Through a combination of technical skills and creative thinking, they are able to perform fascinating drone shows.

Our remote pilots hold the competency certificates required under EU Regulation 2019/947, as well as the EU Remote Pilot Certificate A2. Every drone show is conducted as an operation in the Specific Category, based on a project-specific risk assessment and our operational authorisation issued by the German Federal Aviation Authority (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt). (As of August 2026)

Die Sendung mit der Maus: How drones paint pictures in the sky

Germany’s well-known educational TV program Die Sendung mit der Maus takes a behind-the-scenes look at modern drone shows with us and explains how hundreds of drones work together to create precise shapes and animations in the sky. The segment shows how the drones are programmed, synchronized and flown to form images made of hundreds of coordinated light points. The full feature can be watched in the ARD Mediathek.

FAQ – Frequently asked questions

How much does a drone show cost?

The cost of a drone show depends on several factors. Each production is planned individually, which is why the price can vary depending on the concept and general conditions.

The most important factors affecting the price of a drone show are:

  • Number of drones – the more drones used, the larger and more impressive the formation. Shows often consist of 300 or more drones.
  • Customized show or existing concept – individually developed drone shows require greater creative and technical effort.
  • Location of the event – Travel expenses for the team and equipment, as well as special environmental conditions, influence planning.
  • Audiovisual enhancements – combination with fireworks, music, sound design, projections, lasers, or live artists.

Since every drone show is individually designed, we would be happy to advise you personally on your project.

How does a drone show work?

A drone show works thanks to precise software programming and real-time control. Each individual drone is digitally planned in advance and assigned a precisely defined flight route.

During the show, the drones communicate with a central Ground Control Station on the ground. Under good reception conditions, an RTK-GNSS system (Real-Time Kinematic) provides centimetre-level positioning accuracy, enabling precisely synchronized movements and lighting effects. The system is based on a project-specific base station.

Experienced pilots and trained technicians monitor the drone show in real time to ensure safe, smooth operation and guarantee the safety of the audience at all times.

Is a drone show safe?

Yes, a professional drone show is based on comprehensive safety concepts and certified technology. Our drones are specially developed for drone light shows in the EU and feature redundant sensor technology and multiple communication channels to the ground control station.

Preflight checks, geofencing systems, and an emergency shutdown mechanism ensure that the drones operate safely and remain within defined flight areas. Operating licenses are reviewed and approved by the Federal Aviation Authority (LBA) based on EASA regulations.

In addition, a prescribed safety distance from the audience is taken into account during planning. Experienced pilots and trained technicians monitor the drone show in real time throughout its entire duration.

How many drones do I need for my event?

We recommend that you contact our team to discuss the details, as the number of drones depends on both the animation and the budget.

What is a drone show?

A drone show is a precisely choreographed light display created by numerous LED drones that produce moving formations, patterns, and three-dimensional images in the night sky. State-of-the-art flight technology is combined with artistic design to enable visual effects and storytelling in the air.

The sky becomes a canvas for logos, abstract shapes or large-scale 3D objects. Depending on the number of drones deployed, formations using around 700 drones can span up to one kilometre in width. Each drone follows an individually programmed flight path, controlled via a central ground computer to ensure safe and synchronized movements.

Drone shows can be combined with music, live performances, or additional effects such as smoke, pyrotechnics, laser systems, or intelligent spotlights to create a unique visual experience.

For which occasions is a drone show particularly well suited?

Eine Drohnenshow eignet sich für zahlreiche Veranstaltungen, bei denen visuelle Wirkung und Aufmerksamkeit im Vordergrund stehen. Sie eignet sich besonders für:

  • Corporate events and product presentations – innovative staging of brands and products
  • Weddings and private celebrations – emotional and spectacular show moments
  • City festivals and public events – visual highlight with wide reach
  • Sports events – as part of the program for halftime shows, opening or closing ceremonies
  • Concerts and festivals – complementing musical performances with synchronized lighting effects
  • Holidays and special occasions – a modern alternative to traditional fireworks
  • City marketing and tourism campaigns – attention-grabbing image campaigns
  • Product launches and marketing campaigns – impressive presentation of new products
  • Guerrilla marketing – an unusual and attention-grabbing form of communication
  • Theme parks and amusement parks – additional visual highlights for guests

Thanks to their flexible design, drone shows can be individually tailored to different target audiences and event formats. (As of August 2026)

Is it possible to launch a drone show in the rain?

Whether a drone show can take place in the rain depends on the current weather conditions. Our show drones are among the most rain-resistant drone solutions in Germany and have been specially developed for professional outdoor use. Light rain is usually not a problem.

In other countries, such as Austria, regulatory requirements may prohibit flights at temperatures below 5°C or humidity levels above 80%, as rotor icing could compromise flight safety. (As of August 2026)

What wind conditions are suitable for a drone show?

For the safe and stable operation of a drone show, wind speeds of up to 9 m/s can be accommodated without issue. Within this range, our systems ensure precise flight stability and reliable choreography. (As of August 2026)

How long does it take to organise a drone show?

The average preparation time for a drone show is about one month. However, for optimal planning, permits, and the development of animations and music, we recommend a lead time of 2–3 months.

Depending on the occasion and scope of the project, drone shows can also be realized at short notice—in some cases within 1–2 weeks or even faster. The exact implementation time is agreed individually with our project managers.

Wie lange dauert es, eine Drohnenshow zu organisieren?

A drone show usually lasts up to 15 minutes. Depending on weather conditions such as low temperatures or strong winds, the flight time may be reduced to around 10 minutes. For most show formats, this duration is ideal in terms of dramaturgy.

For longer concepts, several launches can be planned in succession. Depending on the setup, our latest generation of drones also enables flight times of up to 25 minutes. We would be happy to advise you personally on your individual requirements.

Is it permissible for a drone show to fly over people?

As a general rule, a drone swarm may not fly over people without appropriate safety measures. Drone shows are therefore conducted in accordance with clearly defined safety concepts, regulatory approvals and specified safety distances to ensure the safety of everyone involved at all times. (As of August 2026)

What information do we need from the customer for a drone show?

The following information is ideal for helping us plan a drone show:

  • Where should the drone show take place?
  • Where is the audience located?
  • When is the scheduled date?
  • Has the owner given permission for takeoff and flight?
  • For which event is the drone show planned?
  • What is the planned budget?

If you haven’t finalized all the details yet, that’s no problem. Just contact us—we’ll be happy to help you with the planning and next steps.

Do our drones cause air pollution or noise?

Professional drone shows are considered an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fireworks. Our drones are manufactured in France and powered by renewable energy. The Ground Control Station on site also operates using battery packs supported by solar panels, ensuring that the show operation itself produces no local pollutant emissions.

During flight, the drones operate quietly and cause no air pollution or pyrotechnic residue. This makes drone shows particularly suitable for sustainable and noise-sensitive events.

Do drone shows pose a danger to animals?

Professionally conducted drone shows are planned in such a way as to minimize risks to animals. Our drones fly at a speed that allows flying animals to perceive and avoid them in time, thus preventing collisions.

How can I create my drone light show?

The creation of a drone light show is carried out in close collaboration with our creative team. Together, we develop a concept based on your ideas and requirements. The show is refined in several rounds of feedback until the desired result is achieved.

You can find further insights into completed projects in our drone shows.

How do you make a drone show?

Each drone show is planned and implemented individually. The process involves several steps:

  • You share your ideas, goals, and framework conditions with us.
  • Together, we develop an initial storyboard for the drone show.
  • The concept is being further refined in close consultation.
  • We use video renderings to visualize the planned performance.
  • Feedback rounds enable adjustments and optimizations.
  • A final rendering shows the finished staging before implementation.

The result is a tailor-made drone show that brings your story to life visually and turns the sky into a stage.

Drone show prices & planning

The cost of a drone show depends on factors such as the number of drones, show design, venue, and possible enhancements. Every Lunatx drone show is planned individually—from storyboard and 3D visualization to safe implementation.

Let’s discuss your project – we will advise you personally and develop a suitable concept.

Request the Lunatx drone show today.

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