Vivid Sydney cancels all drone shows after 83 drones plunged into Darling Harbour
Vivid Sydney has cancelled all remaining drone shows after a technical failure caused 83 drones to crash into Darling Harbour. Fireworks will replace the drone displays as a precautionary measure while a full safety review is conducted. The event organizers emphasized that public safety is their top priority and expressed appreciation for the audience's understanding.
- ▪83 drones fell into Darling Harbour due to unforeseen technical difficulties during a performance.
- ▪All remaining drone shows for the next two weeks have been cancelled, with fireworks set to replace them.
- ▪Skymagic, the operator of the drone show, stated that an unexpected change in the radio frequency environment affected the drones' accuracy.
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In a statement, Vivid said its team ‘understand this will be disappointing for audiences and appreciate the public’s understanding’. Photograph: Keith McInnes Photography/Destination NSWView image in fullscreenIn a statement, Vivid said its team ‘understand this will be disappointing for audiences and appreciate the public’s understanding’. Photograph: Keith McInnes Photography/Destination NSWVivid festival Vivid Sydney cancels all drone shows after 83 drones plunged into Darling HarbourFireworks displays will replace all drone shows at the iconic festival after a technical issue saw dozens fall from the sky on Monday night Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Guardian staffFri 29 May 2026 22.06 EDTLast modified on Fri 29 May 2026 22.12 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian…
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