A spectacular, waterfront drone light show is coming to Clearwater this month. The Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) will host “Lights by the Bay,” a drone light show, on January 13 beginning at 6:30pm. Hovering drones take center stage, painting the sky with breathtaking aerial maneuvers and captivating light displays, all set against the stunning backdrop of CMA.

Set your sights on a breathtaking drone show as the night sky comes alive with synchronized pirates, treasure maps, and swashbuckling adventures. Bring the whole crew for a family-friendly, high-flying spectacle—it’s a night of magic and imagination by the bay. It’s a most fitting event during Gasparilla Season in Tampa Bay.

General admission is $55 for adults and $45 for kids (3-12). Your GA ticket includes an interactive dolphin presentation, live entertainment and more. Adults will also receive a drink ticket. Food will be available for purchase throughout the aquarium.

VIP tickets are $85 for adults and $65 for kids (3-12). These tickets include all the perks of GA plus a private viewing area for the drone show, private dining in the grand ballroom, and early entry to the aquarium.

Lights by the Bay ticket holders now have the chance to elevate their Lights by the Bay experience! You and your party of up to 10 can watch the drone show from inside the Ruth & J.O. Stone Dolphin Complex. Enjoy private bench seating, a private viewing area and receive an action photo with one of our dolphins! This is an extremely limited offer, book your party now.

Enjoy access to underwater views of the rescued dolphins, sea turtles, stingrays and other resident animals and explore a number of marine life habitats that will be viewable during the evening hours until 8:30pm.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium is located at 249 Windward Passage.