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SkyWorxDrone light shows in New Zealand
Custom drone light shows for festivals, Matariki and brand launches. Māori-owned and based in Rotorua, Aotearoa New Zealand.
What is a drone light show?
A drone light show uses a coordinated fleet of illuminated drones to create shapes, images and moving animations in the night sky. SkyWorx turns your event brief into aerial storytelling, from a company logo to a cultural narrative developed with the people connected to the story.
Build a realistic brief
Our enquiry form offers 100, 200, 350 and 500-drone options. Tell us your proposed location and discuss the fleet size with the team. Site suitability and approvals form part of planning.
Plan your budget and timing
Each show is quoted individually. Allow at least three months before your event. Read our drone show cost and planning guide before requesting a quote.
A Māori-owned drone light show company
SkyWorx is a premier drone light show company based in Rotorua, New Zealand.
We operate the country’s only locally based fleet of 500 drones, providing an eco friendly, multi use alternative to traditional fireworks displays and public pyrotechnics.
Leaving zero waste on the whenua (land) and no noise pollution.
Whether it's for a live event, a festival, a concert, a brand launch or a private celebration, our drone shows will make your event a magical experience to remember.
Using the latest drone technology and the best local artists, cultural experts and skilled technicians to bring your brand story and live event to life!
25 Years of Broadcast Experience
Our leadership brings a quarter-century of experience in film, television, and live broadcasting. We don’t just fly drones, we approach the sky with a director’s eye, ensuring every show is a choreographed cinematic experience designed for both live audiences and global broadcast.
Indigenous Heart. Global Technology.
As a Māori-owned drone light show company, we bring cultural integrity and authenticity to every production. Through our exclusive international technology partnership, we utilise world-leading drone systems known for precision, brightness, and high-resolution synchronisation.
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25+
Years Broadcast Experience
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CAA Part 102 Certificated
Why choose SkyWorx?
Local Delivery Advantage
No international freight delays, no middleman costs, no unnecessary waiting, and no expensive carnet fees.
Fast Commercial Response
Custom pricing within 24 hours, fast local communication, and event-ready planning support.
Minimum 3-Month Lead Time
Drone light shows require early planning. We require a minimum of 3 months before your event date to engage aviation stakeholders, iwi, landowners, council teams, emergency services, and permitting authorities for approvals.
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We transform the sky into a massive 3D canvas, delivering high-impact visual storytelling designed to leave audiences in awe.
Major Events & Festivals
Captivate the masses with synchronised aerial storytelling. Book now for Matariki / New Year / Festivals.
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Festivals
Public Events
National Shows
High-Resolution Branding
Display logos, brand visuals, and custom animations in the sky with precision clarity.
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Corporate
Launches
Brand Moments
Cultural Storytelling
Bespoke shows that honour iwi, land, and heritage, built with cultural integrity from concept to delivery.
Iwi Partnerships
Heritage
Tikanga
Broadcast-Ready Productions
Designed to look exceptional both live and on camera, with a director-led visual approach.
Television
Streaming
Film
Experience, culture and operational planning
Every SkyWorx production is a bespoke combination of engineering and creative direction. As a CAA Part 102 certificated operator and Amotai registered Māori business, we deliver to the highest safety and operational standards in New Zealand.
Offering custom pricing within 24 hours.
CAA Part 102 Certificated Operator
Amotai Registered Māori Business
Internationally Partnered Technology
Locally Based, No Import Delays
Director-Led Creative Production
Book now for Matariki / New Year / Festivals
Minimum 3 Months Required for Permits & Stakeholder Engagement
Planning a drone light show
Practical answers for event organisers in Aotearoa New Zealand.
How much does a drone light show cost?
SkyWorx provides a custom quote for each event. Tell us your event date, location, preferred fleet size and creative vision using the enquiry form. The team can then discuss the scope and provide pricing. See what to include in your drone show quote request.
How far ahead should I book?
Allow a minimum of three months before your event for stakeholder engagement, landowner approvals, council permitting, aviation approvals and operational planning. Start with our drone show planning guide.
Can drones display a company logo or tell a cultural story?
SkyWorx offers custom logos, brand visuals, animations and cultural storytelling. Cultural productions are developed with iwi, local artists and cultural experts to honour the story and its context.
Where is SkyWorx based?
SkyWorx is based in Rotorua, New Zealand. Share your proposed event location with the team so they can discuss site requirements and feasibility.
Request a drone light show quote
Contact us for a free quote and to talk through the vision for your event. Please allow a minimum of 3 months before your event date for stakeholder engagement, council permitting, aviation approvals, and operational planning.
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