The drone light shows market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• In recent times, there has been drastic growth in the drone light show market size. It is projected to expand from $6.36 billion in 2024 to $7.47 billion in 2025, as the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at 17.4%.
Factors leading to this growth during the historic period include collaboration with the entertainment industry, the rise in event marketing, the occurrence of international sports events, global development of the drone sector, and heightened consumer awareness.
The drone light shows market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• Anticipated to experience vast growth in the upcoming years, the market size for drone light shows is projected to hit $16.8 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.5%.
Factors contributing to this growth during the forecast period include urbanization, customization and personalization advancements, cultural festivities and celebrations, and the rise of 5G networks. The prevailing trends in this phase will likely involve choreography powered by AI, the inclusion of virtual reality, enhanced health and safety components, space-oriented drone displays, and integration within smart cities.
The drone light show market is set to experience an upward trajectory due to the increasing demand for drone light shows in social media and film advertising campaigns. These shows present a more ecologically friendly option to illuminate the night sky by employing fleets of drones at various events without contributing to noise or chemical pollution. Film producers across numerous digital platforms are displaying a keen interest in leveraging drone light shows for the publicity of their films. For instance, Airservices Australia, a governmental agency, reported in February 2024 that the yearly drone flights count in Australia is anticipated to escalate from 1.5 million in 2023 to an astonishing 60.4 million by 2043. As such, the drone light show market is expected to grow significantly, driven by the increased adoption of drone light shows for social media and film promotions.
The drone light shows market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Drone Formations, Animated Sculptures, Drone-launched Fireworks, Light Paintings
2) By Mode Of Operation: Remotely Operated, Semi-Autonomous, Autonomous
3) By Application: Exhibition, Cultural Performance, Tourist Attraction, Teaching Research, Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By Drone Formations: 2D Formations, 3D Formations, Geometric Patterns
2) By Animated Sculptures: Static Sculptures, Dynamic Sculptures
3) By Drone-launched Fireworks: Aerial Fireworks Displays, Ground-based Fireworks Integration
4) By Light Paintings: LED Light Trails, Color Variations And Effects
Key participants in the Drone Light Shows market, such as SkyDrive Inc., are concentrating on implementing cutting-edge technology like drone technology to craft engaging and synchronized aerial spectacles that uplift entertaining experiences. Drone technology utilizes unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that come equipped with sensors, cams, and software to autonomously carry out a variety of tasks or do so remotely. This technology enables the creation of harmonized aerial exhibits wherein numerous drones fitted with LED lights execute choreographed patterns and formations, offering a magnificent visual spectacle without causing environmental harm typically associated with conventional fireworks. As an example, in April 2024, SkyDrive Inc., an eVTOL developer from Japan, ventured into the drone light show business with an aim to offer all-encompassing planning and operational services for drone light shows, directing its efforts towards a variety of events like public celebrations, business functions, and private events.
Major companies operating in the drone light shows market include:
• Intel Corporation
• Vimdrones Inc Limited
• Dronisos SA
• Geoscan Group
• Pixel Rain Digital Ltd.
• TAIT Towers Inc.
• Airworks LLC
• Verge Aero Inc.
• Firefly Drone Shows LLC
• HighGreat Technology Co. Ltd.
• BotLab Dynamics Inc.
• Sky Elements Drones S.L.
• Skymagic Global Ltd.
• SPH Engineering Limited
• CollMot Entertainment Kft.
• Cyberdrone Drone Shows Ltd.
• Open Sky Productions Pte. Ltd.
• The BLINK Entertainment Ltd.
• Drone Light Show Company LLC
• FlightShows Inc.
• Flyby Guys LLC
• DJI Technology Co. Ltd.
• Verity Studios AG
• Airstage GmbH
• KMel Robotics LLC
• MicroMultiCopter Aero Technology Co. Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the drone light shows market share in 2024. The regions covered in the drone light shows market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.