The Riverfire event in Brisbane Festival 2025 features an exciting drone show called "Skylore — Nieergoo: Spirit of the Whale," which is a three-dimensional multicolor drone display combining technology, storytelling, and Indigenous culture. This show uses 400 drones to depict a First Nations creation story related to the Brisbane River, enriched by an original sound composition. The event is free and takes place at Festival Garden, South Bank, and Queen’s Wharf during the festival start on September 6 and later dates (Skylore sessions on Sept 25-27).
Additionally, Riverfire 2025 introduces pyrotechnic drones that launch 600 effects above Brisbane, complementing the traditional fireworks, marking a first in Queensland. Drone usage by the public around the event area is restricted for safety reasons.
The drone shows are celebrated for their cultural significance, visual spectacle, and engagement with the community, making them a highlight of the Brisbane Festival.
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