The 4th Annual DroneFest takes place Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Police Activities League, 1330 Spring Street, Charlotte, North Carolina.
It’s free to attend, but registration is required.
A high-energy, family-friendly event for aviation and drone enthusiasts— for students in grades 6–12 (ages 11–19).
What to Expect
- Live drone demonstrations
- Drone license training
- 30+ booths: FAA, Air Marshals, CMPD, Duke, NCDOT, CPCC, and more
- Special appearance by SNOOPY, CMPD helicopter
Don’t Miss
- Raffle prizes (tickets sold on site)
- Hot dogs and hamburgers fresh off the grill
Schedule of Events
- 10:00 – 11:30 AM | Drone License Class
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Fly Your Drones
- 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM | Cookout
- 1:00 PM | Raffle & Awards
- 1:00 PM | SNOOPY Arrives
- 2:00 PM | Event Concludes
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When
May 9, 2026 @ 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Cost
FREE
What
4th Annual DroneFest
Where
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Activities League
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