China’s record-breaking drone show combines AI, art and sheer spectacle
“On October 17, 2025, China’s ‘Firework Capital’ Liuyang set two Guinness World Records with a devastating display of 15,947 synchronized drones. Titled ‘A Firework Belonging to a Firework,’ the performance was orchestrated by Shenzhen’s Guozhou Innovive Innovation. It captivated millions of spectators both on-site and online, seamlessly showcasing the ancient Chinese art of fireworks.” Combined with modern drone technology.
But that was just the beginning. Another one 7,496 drones fired fireworksBlending the traditions of Liwang – famously China’s “hometown of fireworks” – with the precision of modern technology. The result? A breathtaking spectacle that defines what a celebration can look like.
The science behind the magic
At first glance, it looks like pure art. But behind the scenes, this drone is a marvel of ballet Engineering and AI-powered orchestration. Each drone was in position Centimeter level accuracy Using RTK (Real Time Kinetic) technology. Thousands of drones communicate together in a tightly synchronized mesh network following pre-programmed flight paths, minimizing collision risks.