Will Drones Return to Universal Orlando’s Nighttime Show

Could drones return to Universal Orlando’s Nighttime show? New information has been released regarding the drones, find out what we know!

Cinesational – a Symphonic Spectacular

Cinesational – a Symphonic Spectacular is a nighttime show at Universal Studios Orlando. The show is 22 minutes long.

Viewers experience a cinematic journey with music from Harry Potter, Jurassic World, and Jaws. The show includes music, lighting, fireworks, water, and drones.

The show can be viewed around the lagoon. However, the “official” dedicated viewing area is in Central Park. This area is the most crowded, but it provides the best viewing.

Drones Removed

In December, Universal Orlando stopped the use of drones in their nighttime show, Cinesational: A Symphonic Spectacular. At the time, they released the following statement regarding the pause of the drones:

“We have currently paused the drone component of Cinesational: A Symphonic Spectacular. Guests can still enjoy the show nightly at Universal Studios Florida.”-Universal Spokesperson

No official reason was given however, the drone removal came after a drone incident at Lake Eola. You can read more about Universal removing the drone element from the nighttime show HERE.

Drones Can Return!

The FAA issued a new waiver that allows Sky Elements to resume drone operations over Universal Studios Florida. This is the company that managed the drones of Universal’s CineSational: Symphonic Spectacular before the removal of the drones.

CineSational: Symphonic Spectacular is set to return to Universal Studios Florida on Monday, April 14th.

The waiver is in place from April 11th through March 31, 2027. Even with the waiver, it is unknown if the drones will be part of the show when it returns on Monday.

What do you think of the waiver? Do you hope that drones will be reincorporated into the show? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to share this post with your friends.

Source: Scott Gustin