Drone Light Shows in the New River Valley
Create a drone light show for your Blacksburg, Christiansburg or Radford event.
Airloom plans aerial stories for campus celebrations, fundraisers, festivals and business milestones across the New River Valley. Projects generally start around $15,000.
Claytor Lake State Park marina in Virginia’s New River Valley. Photo: Virginia State Parks staff / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Resized and compressed.
A shared finale for the New River Valley
The YMCA at Virginia Tech celebrated its 150th anniversary with a June 2025 drone show at Blacksburg High School’s Bill Brown Stadium. Its public event recap connects the show with Give Local NRV, showing how an aerial celebration can bring supporters together around a nonprofit milestone.
Airloom can develop your own show for a benefit event, alumni gathering or community festival. Plan the story alongside your fundraising and sponsor goals so the finale reinforces the purpose of the evening.
Regional event planning
Blacksburg
campus gatherings, alumni events and nonprofit celebrations.Christiansburg
community festivals and company milestones.Radford and surrounding communities
private celebrations, civic events and regional gatherings.
Send the exact venue rather than only the town name. Launch space, audience placement and site access determine the next steps.
How it works
Send your venue, date, event type and budget.
Airloom reviews the site and recommends a show.
Choose the story, music and message.
The team coordinates flight planning and event logistics.
Explore our Signature Drone Show, Custom Story Show and Integrated Experience options.
Weather planning
Agree on weather decisions and a backup plan with your event team before the celebration. Airloom reviews the season, location and show time as part of planning.
Quick answers
Can a school or campus host a drone show?
Potentially. Airloom reviews the proposed field or open space, venue permission, audience separation and airspace. Include the venue address, event schedule and any campus requirements in your enquiry.
How much does a drone show cost?
Projects generally start around $15,000. Your quote confirms the show design, site needs, travel costs and availability.
How early should we book?
Allow 4–6 weeks for planning. Restricted sites may take longer, and complex FAA waivers may need 90+ days. Airloom handles permits and flight planning for the agreed site.
Can we include music and sponsor images?
Yes. Share the story, music and sponsor ideas you have in mind. Airloom recommends a show design that fits the event, budget and site.