Vivid Sydney cancels shows after 89 drones plunge into Darling Harbour
Vivid Sydney has canceled its drone shows after approximately 90 drones fell into Darling Harbour during a performance. The incident was attributed to unforeseen technical difficulties, prompting a review of safety protocols. No injuries were reported, and the operator is investigating the cause of the malfunction.
- ▪About 90 drones fell into Darling Harbour during a performance of Vivid Sydney's drone show.
- ▪The operator, Skymagic, cited unforeseen technical difficulties related to radio frequency changes as the cause of the malfunction.
- ▪Four performances have been canceled to allow for a full technical and safety review.
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Vivid’s drone show has been cancelled on Tuesday and Wednesday after about 90 drones fell into Sydney’s Darling Harbour during a performance. Photograph: Keith McInnes Photography/Destination NSWView image in fullscreenVivid’s drone show has been cancelled on Tuesday and Wednesday after about 90 drones fell into Sydney’s Darling Harbour during a performance. Photograph: Keith McInnes Photography/Destination NSWSydneyVivid Sydney cancels shows after 89 drones plunge into Darling HarbourEvent organisers blame ‘unforeseen technical difficulties’ for the drone malfunction, with four performances cancelled Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Nick VisserMon 25 May 2026 20.57 EDTLast modified on Mon 25 May 2026 20.59…
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