A change in radio frequency sent the drones down.
Drone light shows have become an attractive alternative to fireworks, and when done right, can be an amazing form of entertainment.
However, if it goes wrong, it can become quite a dangerous affair.
That was unfortunately the case in Sydney, Australia, where almost 90 drones fell from the sky over Darling Harbour during a traditional winter light show.
Chilling footage shows devices splashing into the water, close to the crowds.
#VividSydneyfestival’s#droneshow has been cancelled after a technical malfunction caused drones fall from the sky on Monday night. Almost 90 drones fell out of formation and into the harbour.#accident
By Wang Cong｜Video via local mediapic.twitter.com/wlvwfcfYAB
— CCTV Asia Pacific (@CCTVAsiaPacific)May 26, 2026
“Organizers of Vivid Sydney, an annual three-week festival that features large light installations, said the malfunction on Monday evening, local time, was due to ‘unforeseen technical difficulties’ and has cancelled two upcoming shows.
Footage of Monday’s show captured dozens of drones as they tumbled out of the night sky, leaving bystanders confused by the aerial display.”
Source: The Gateway Pundit
