Dazzling drones shows will light up the skies over Downtown Denver this holiday season during the Mile High Drone Show. For 40 magical nights, 400 drones will soar into the sky, creating holiday-themed animations. Shows start November 22 and continue through December 31, 2024. The displays are at 7 p.m. each night. and last about 15 minutes.
The Mile High Drone Show isn’t just a typical light display — it’s a state-of-the-art performance featuring a dozen or more festive animations that span nearly 400 feet high and 500 feet wide.
From Santa and his reindeer to iconic Denver landmarks like the Mile High Tree and Denver Union Station, each night will bring a new visual experience to life.
Keep an eye out for surprises, such as the Blue Bear and even Blucifer making their way into the holiday fun!
There are special performances with some featuring animations dedicated to Denver’s sports teams. On December 2 and December 31, there will only be one show at the earlier times listed below:
- Monday, December 2 at 5:20 p.m. before the Denver Broncos’ Monday Night Football
- Tuesday, December 3 at 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 25 at 7 p.m. before the Denver Nuggets Christmas Day game
- Tuesday, December 31 at 5:30 p.m. before the Colorado Avalanche New Year’s Eve game
Visit Denver says the drones will launch just west of downtown. Here are some of the best viewing spots:
- Sculpture Park at the Denver Performing Arts Complex
- Ball Arena (parking lot — also see the show before Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche games)
- 54thirty Rooftop at the Le Méridien Denver Downtown
- Peaks Lounge at Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center
- The terrace at Denver Art Museum’s Lanny & Sharon Martin Building (the museum is open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays)
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