Outdoor Family Events

Thursdaze: Weekly Drone Light Show at Baytowne Wharf

Watch synchronized drones paint the night sky above the Baytowne Lagoon every Thursday all summer

πŸ“… Date

Thursday, May 28 - Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 21:00

πŸ“ Location

Village of Baytowne Wharf
9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd
Miramar Beach, FL 32550

About This Event

What happens when cutting-edge drone technology meets the magic of a Florida summer night? Thursdaze at Baytowne Wharf is your answer. Every Thursday from May 28 through August 13, 2026, a fleet of illuminated drones takes to the sky at 9 PM above the Baytowne Lagoon in a choreographed aerial light spectacular unlike anything else on the Emerald Coast.

The show blends technology with coastal charm as drones trace patterns, shift formations, and light up the night sky β€” all perfectly reflected in the lagoon below. It's a genuinely mesmerizing experience that wows first-timers and regulars alike, and there's not a bad seat in the house anywhere along the village waterfront.

Free and family-friendly, Thursdaze is a can't-miss Thursday night tradition for vacationers. Combine it with dinner at one of Baytowne's waterfront restaurants and a stroll through the village shops for a full evening out.

Who This Event Is Best For

Families, tech enthusiasts, couples, all ages

What To Expect

A 9 PM aerial drone light show above the Baytowne Lagoon, free admission, best viewed from the village waterfront promenade, every Thursday May 28 through August 13

Planning Tips for Destin & Miramar Beach Visitors

  • Stake out a spot along the lagoon's edge by 8:45 PM for the best unobstructed views of the drone formations overhead.
  • If you're staying in Destin or Miramar Beach, check drive time before heading out since some events are nearby while others are better treated as a short side trip.
  • For weekend events, it helps to pair this with nearby dining, beach time, or another local attraction so the outing feels like part of a full vacation day.
  • Use the official event website for final admission details, tickets, parking, and any same-day schedule changes.

Cost & Admission

Free admission

Staying Nearby?

If this event is one reason for your trip, it makes sense to stay somewhere comfortable and keep the rest of the weekend easy. Our rentals work well for guests who want beach time, dining, and local events all in the same trip.

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πŸ“ Location & Directions

Village of Baytowne Wharf

9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

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