The DroneArt Show: Harry Potter sends 1,200 drones into the night sky in formations timed to music from the films, with a live electric violinist on stage, and it’s coming to five U.S. cities this fall, starting in Salt Lake City on October 9. It’s open to all ages, and adult tickets start at $44.12, depending on the city, with kids 3 to 11 from $28.90.
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Is the Harry Potter Drone Show Real? What You’ll See
Yes. It’s a live, outdoor show, sold as a Fever exclusive. The 1,200 drones fly in sync with songs from the original Harry Potter soundtracks and re-create moments from the films in light, while an electric violinist plays key parts of the score live on stage. Every guest gets an LED wristband, so the crowd lights up too.
The show runs about 60 minutes, including an intermission. Food and drinks are sold on site, with Butterbeer at select venues, along with wands, scarves, and other Harry Potter merchandise. Outside food and drinks aren’t allowed.
Where and When: The Five U.S. Stops
| City | Venue | Dates | Show time | Adults from | Kids 3 to 11 from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre | October 9 and 10 | 7:45 p.m. | $44.97 | $35.90 |
| San Diego, CA | Del Mar Fairgrounds | October 16 and 17 | 7 p.m. | $49.90 | $31.90 |
| New York, NY | Randall’s Island Park | October 23 and 24 | 8:30 p.m. | $45.90 | $28.90 |
| Phoenix, AZ | South Lawn at State Farm Stadium | October 30 and 31 | 7:45 p.m. | $50.90 | $35.90 |
| Austin, TX | Circuit of the Americas | November 13 and 14 | 7:30 p.m. | $44.12 | $31.37 |
Each city links to its ticket page. The prices are the lowest adult and child tickets on each city’s ticket page, and those five cities are the only U.S. dates Fever lists for the fall.
How Much Is the Harry Potter Drone Show?
Every city sells a lawn or general area, reserved seating zones, and a Deluxe ticket. Adult tickets are for ages 12 and up, kids’ tickets cover 3 to 11, and children under 3 get in free. Groups of 8 or more get a lower per-person price.
- Salt Lake City: Lawn B $44.97 for adults and $35.90 for kids, Lawn A $63.90 and $40.90, Seating $69.90 and $44.90, and Deluxe Seating $108.90.
- San Diego: Zone C Seating $49.90 and $31.90, Zone B $54.90 and $35.90, Zone A $63.90 and $40.90, and Deluxe Seating $94.90.
- New York: Lawn $45.90 and $28.90, Zone B Seating $51.90 and $29.90, Zone A Seating $59.90 and $39.90, and Deluxe Lawn $101.90, which adds priority entry and a DroneArt Show magnet.
- Phoenix: Lawn $50.90 and $35.90, Seating $64.90 and $49.90, and Deluxe Lawn $99.90.
- Austin: Zone B $44.12 and $31.37, Zone A $50.07 and $34.77, and Deluxe $83.22.
Some cities add a small booking fee, $1 a ticket in New York. Tickets are sold only in the Fever app and on Fever’s website, not at the gate. There are no refunds, but you can change your date up to 48 hours ahead and transfer tickets for free. A guest who needs a support worker can get one free pass for them at the entrance.
How Long Is the Harry Potter Drone Show?
About 60 minutes, including an intermission. Doors open two hours before the show, and no one is let in once it starts. In New York, for example, doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the 8:30 p.m. show. Seats in the zoned sections are assigned by zone, and lawn spots are first come, first served, so arriving early gets you a better view.
What to Bring to the Harry Potter Drone Show
- Layers and a blanket. It’s outdoors, and Fever recommends layers, a blanket or jacket, and comfortable shoes, since evenings get cold.
- Leave these at home. The New York show’s FAQ bans chairs, umbrellas, selfie sticks, tripods, cameras with detachable lenses, glass containers, light sticks, and pets other than service animals, and bags are searched at the gate. Check your city’s page for its list.
- Weather. If the forecast forces a cancellation, Fever emails ticket holders.
- Accessibility. Venues are wheelchair accessible at the stops that list it, but the show isn’t adapted for guests who are deaf or visually impaired.
- Parking. Austin has paid parking on site, and New York’s parking details are still to come.
Is the Harry Potter Drone Show Worth It?
The New York, Salt Lake City, and Phoenix ticket pages show a 4.9 out of 5 rating from 225 reviews, and San Diego and Austin show 4.8 from 232. “The drone effects, music, and atmosphere were truly magical, and the kids were completely captivated,” one parent wrote in May 2026.
More Harry Potter This Halloween
- Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle, Universal Orlando’s projection show, returns to Hogsmeade on select nights through November 1, its first run since 2022.
- Nox at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London opens the Harry Potter sets after dark on October 29, 30, and 31, with tickets at £150.
- For haunts across the country, my list of when haunted houses open in 2026 is sorted by opening date.
Last updated: September 30, 2026.
