10,000 Drones Depict 'King Jesus' Over North America

Aerial light show in Texas sets multiple Guinness World Records during Easter celebration

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:06am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring bold, jagged black silhouettes and geometric shapes in high contrast, conceptually representing the massive scale and symbolic power of the 10,000-drone light show depicting 'King Jesus' over North America.A drone light show of biblical proportions captivates crowds in Texas, using cutting-edge technology to bring the story of Jesus to life in the sky.Eufaula Today

In a spectacular display over Manvel, Texas, Aerial Illuminations Drone Light Shows used 10,000 drones to create a massive light show depicting the story of Jesus Christ during Holy Week. The Easter finale event set four Guinness World Records, including the world's largest QR code, LED screen, logo, and word created by drones.

Why it matters

The large-scale drone light show represents a new frontier in public art and entertainment, using cutting-edge technology to bring religious stories and symbols to life in the sky. It also highlights the growing popularity of drone performances, which are becoming more common at major events and festivals.

The details

Over the course of nine nights from March 27 to April 5, Aerial Illuminations produced a series of drone light shows depicting different stories from Jesus' life and ministry, culminating in a grand finale on Easter that featured 10,000 drones. The production took over two months to plan and involved more than 100 crew members. Each night, the number of drones increased, starting with 5,000 on the first night and building up to the record-breaking 10,000 on the final evening.

  • The drone light shows took place from March 27 to April 5, 2026.
  • The Easter finale event was held on April 5, 2026.

The players

Aerial Illuminations Drone Light Shows

The production company that created the drone light show depicting the story of Jesus Christ.

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The takeaway

This large-scale drone light show represents a new frontier in public art and entertainment, using cutting-edge technology to bring religious stories and symbols to life in the sky. It also highlights the growing popularity of drone performances, which are becoming more common at major events and festivals.