
Saturday is Drone Day at the Thunderbird Drone Festival.
Drone Day
Drone Day will feature a full lineup of panels, STEM activities, and hands-on educational opportunities to explore the exciting world of drones and UAS technology. Participate in interactive breakout sessions, test your skills in drone soccer, and enjoy the Sky High FPV Races, where goggle-wearing pilots fly through a high-speed obstacle course in a battle for the championship title!
Whether you’re a seasoned drone enthusiast or just curious about aerial innovation, Drone Day has something for everyone.
Sky High Shootout FPV Races
Watch as goggle-wearing races as they pilot tiny whoop drones through a complicated obstacle course.
Cheer on your favorite pilot and see if they have what it takes to be this year's champion.
Drone Soccer
Drone Soccer is an innovative STEM workforce development program designed for students ages 12 and up. Imagine playing a real-life version of Quidditch from Harry Potter—but with drones.The program has expanded rapidly, now reaching 35 states with more than 340 active programs nationwide, including several right here in Oklahoma. Through Drone Soccer, students discover pathways into future careers such as mechanical engineering, aerospace, coding, software development, electrical engineering, troubleshooting, leadership, and drone operations. They gain hands-on experience working in diverse, coed teams to design, program, and fly drones while developing critical skills in collaboration and communication. These experiences not only spark curiosity but also build a strong foundation for advanced STEM coursework, technical training, and college degrees. For students who want to take their skills to the next level, the U.S. Drone Soccer Association organizes a national league, offering opportunities for local, national, and even international competition.
STEM Events
Breakout Sessions
Breakouts led by industry leaders! More information coming soon!