Lowell to Host Drone Show for MonsterBash Festival
The Lowell Bicentennial Committee will present a drone light display at the city's annual fall festival on October 24.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Cultural
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The Lowell Bicentennial Committee will debut a drone light show at the MonsterBash and Fall Fest on October 24, 2026. The performance is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. above the Rockland Trust parking lot.
Why it matters
The committee is funding the display to highlight the long-standing partnership between the city and the Kiwanis Club. This addition marks a significant expansion of the community event, which has been a local tradition for nearly three decades.
The Lowell Bicentennial Committee secured $1 million in private donations to fund city celebrations. The festival partnership between the Kiwanis Club and the city has spanned nearly 30 years.
The players
Lowell Bicentennial Committee
This group is responsible for organizing and funding the various anniversary-related events held across the city.
Kiwanis Club
The local chapter of this international service organization maintains a long-standing partnership with the city to produce the annual autumn festival.
The details
The festival will feature a wide range of activities including carnival rides on Merrimack Street and trick-or-treating for attendees. An additional celebration exclusively for adults is slated to take place at the Hive Public Market.
Timeline
The drone light show takes place at 6:30 p.m. on October 24, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This drone display marks a modern evolution of the MonsterBash and Fall Fest, which has been a staple of the city calendar for 30 years. The exhibition follows a broader trend of municipalities replacing traditional fireworks with aerial drone technology for large-scale public events.
Residents should plan for the closure of Merrimack Street to accommodate carnival rides throughout the festival. The drone show can be viewed at 6:30 p.m. from the area surrounding the Rockland Trust parking lot.
The takeaway
The event showcases how private funding can significantly enhance long-standing municipal traditions through new technology. Attendees should arrive early to secure a viewing spot for the drone performance given the anticipated crowd size.
Further reading
For more information on community events, visit the Lowell Cultural section.
More information
To plan your visit, view the complete festival schedule and event map.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Lowell Sun.
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