Drone Show: Nottingham City of Legends

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Drone Show: Nottingham City of Legends
Thursday 5 November 2026
Forest Recreation Ground

Nottingham City Council is delighted to announce a spectacular new drone show coming to the city this November - Drone Show: Nottingham City of Legends.

The 20-minute production will use 250 synchronised drones to bring Nottingham’s rich history, legendary characters and iconic stories to life in the night sky. Accompanied by a bespoke soundtrack, the show promises a memorable visual experience for audiences of all ages.

Delivered in partnership with Nottinghamshire-based drone manufacturers Light Dynamix, Drone Show: Nottingham City of Legends will offer residents and visitors a unique way to get together with friends and family.

From its base in Nottinghamshire, Light Dynamix designs and manufactures professional drone technology for the live entertainment industry, and supplies advanced drone systems to operators and production teams delivering large-scale shows around the world.

Nottingham City of Legends has been commissioned by the Council as a part of the city’s annual programme of free and low-cost events. The event has been funded through the Council’s £25 million additional investment package, announced earlier this year to transform frontline services, support families, and boost pride in Nottingham.

Alongside the aerial display, attendees will also be able to enjoy a range of food and drink options at the event.

An early and late show is available:

Early Show
Gates open: 5pm
Show starts: 6.30pm

Late Show
Gates open: 7.30pm
Show starts: 9pm

Event artwork captures the spirit of the show. Final visuals may vary.

Tickets go on sale on Friday 16 October at 10am.

The event will be ticketed due to expected demand. Safety regulations for drone shows require a significant sterile area below where drones are flying. The audience experience has also been considered to ensure that ticket holders can enjoy the full effect of the show with accompanied sound and lighting effects. Non-ticket holders will not be able to experience the show from outside the event area.

Travelling to the Forest Recreation Ground

There is no public car parking available on site. The Forest Park & Ride site is available for tram users only – your vehicle will be at risk of being clamped if you are not using the tram.

Parking on nearby residential streets is not permitted and will be enforced.

Please use public transport such as NET tram, NCT or trentbarton bus services to travel to and from the event

Limited Blue Badge car parking is available on a first come first served basis (accessed via Mansfield Road) at £10 per car (cash and contactless payments accepted).