Riverfront Innovations: Drone shows and musical events as novel additions gracing the Rhine in Dusseldorf
The Rhine fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, took an exciting turn this year as it played host to one of the country's largest drone light events. On July 18, 2025, the Rheinuferpromenade was transformed into a dazzling spectacle of technology, art, and music.
Over 1,000 synchronized LED drones took to the skies, creating breathtaking 3D motifs above the Rhine river at sunset. The drones, acting as pixels, formed elaborate shapes that included Düsseldorf motifs such as the Radschläger figure and the giant Ferris wheel. The drone show, a novelty for this year's fair, caused a stir nationwide and was a major cultural and technological highlight of the Rheinkirmes.
The drone show, organised by AO Multimedia & Drones, was a step that the city had so far hesitated to take. It was free for visitors, but the cost for the St. Sebastianus Shooting Society of 1316's participation in the drone show has not been published yet.
The St. Sebastianus Shooting Society 1316, with over 1,500 members, celebrated their shooting festival with a large parade through the city and a subsequent parade in the Hofgarten on Sunday, July 13th. The society also organises the Rhine fair, with further information about their events available online.
The drone show culminated in a spectacular fireworks display, extending the festivities into the night. On the same evening, the Höhner performed at the Rhine fair, with tickets costing 15 euros (pre-sale available). The exact schedule for the concerts at the festival tent has not been provided.
Access to the festival tent area will no longer be permitted once the maximum capacity is reached. The festival tent will host a concert on the first fair evening, featuring "Kuhl un de Gäng", "Swinging Funfares", and "Brings" with free admission.
The Rhine fair will also feature extended fireworks after the drone show on July 18th, providing a fitting end to an unforgettable evening. The St. Sebastianus Shooting Society 1316's shooting festival parade and the drone light show at the Rhine fair are not to be missed, offering a unique blend of tradition and innovation in the heart of Düsseldorf.
[1] St. Sebastianus Shooting Society 1316's events [2] AO Multimedia & Drones [3] Rhine fair official website [4] Bremen drone airport [5] New Year's Eve fireworks critics
- Due to the success of the drone light show at the Rhine fair, organized by AO Multimedia & Drones, it seems the St. Sebastianus Shooting Society 1316 could consider integrating drone displays into their lifestyle events, such as home-and-garden shows or their annual shooting festival.
- The wide array of spectacular shows at the Rhine fair, including the drone displays, highlights the commitment of the Rhine fair organizers to bring cutting-edge technology and artistry to home-and-garden enthusiasts, local families, and tech afficionados alike.
