A Christmas Carol: The Drone Light Show returns to Northampton, bringing the festive classic to life in the winter sky

Following last year’s success, A Christmas Carol arrives at Franklin's Gardens on 27 December, featuring dazzling displays and exclusive narration by actor and comedian Matt Lucas

Back by popular demand, A Christmas Carol: The Drone Light Show returns to Northampton on 27 December. Taking place in the grounds of Franklin's Gardens, the spectacle brings Charles Dickens’ timeless Christmas classic to life with hundreds of drones, perfectly synchronised to an exclusive narration from actor and comedian Matt Lucas. Tickets are now on sale via the Fever app and the official website to be the first to hear when they’re available.

Audiences can expect to be taken on a journey with Ebenezer Scrooge and other beloved characters from A Christmas Carol in a dazzling fusion of cutting-edge technology, artistry, and sound. This immersive epic-scale event features 600 drones performing in perfect synchrony, guided by Matt Lucas’ unmistakable voice. The ultimate festive experience, the show is set to spark the imagination and stir the soul of all ages.

Before the drones take flight, the fun begins with a family-friendly pre-show. Visitors are welcome to arrive early to enjoy a food village, live music, and children’s activities, including fairground attractions. 

A Christmas Carol: The Drone Light Show, is presented by Celestial—a world-leading drone art company, in partnership with Yuup, the marketplace for local experiences. Together, they launched the UK’s first paid-for ticketed drone light shows in 2023. Since then, they have continued to captivate audiences with mesmerising productions such as Evolution and The Wizard of Oz, bringing breathtaking displays to cities across the country. To date, their shows have been enjoyed by more than 130,000 people.

Practical information: 

• Location: Franklins' Gardens
• Date: 27 December
• Price: Starting from £14 (Adult) and £10 (Child) for Early Bird
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Tickets: https://feverup.com/m/437469
• Assets: Images and videos available here

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^{About Yuup}

^{Yuup is an experience marketplace that curates and champions locally rooted experiences across the UK. In 2023, Yuup launched the nation’s first large-scale ticketed drone light shows, helping to define a new category of live entertainment. As lead producer of WILD, Yuup brings together creative collaborators, venues, and audiences, overseeing every aspect of production, touring, and delivery.}

^{About Celestial}

^{Celestial is a world-leading drone art company that combines creative vision with technical mastery to tell stories at scale. Their awe-inspiring shows have included ticketed productions with Yuup such as Evolution and A Christmas Carol, as well as global commissions for Amazon Prime, Samsung, and Greenpeace. Celestial has also delivered major live spectacles for Eurovision, Glastonbury, and London’s New Year’s Eve celebrations.}

^{About Fever}

^{Fever is the leading global live entertainment discovery platform, inspiring over 300 million people every month to discover the best experiences in over 40 countries. With a mission to democratise access to culture and entertainment in real life, Fever inspires users to enjoy unique experiences and events—from immersive exhibitions and sports to interactive theatrical performances, concerts, and festivals—while empowering its partners with data and technology to develop and expand new experiences worldwide.}