Parc Astérix unveils new drone and laser nighttime show

Parc Astérix is launching its first-ever nighttime spectacular on its lake this summer, a 10-minute show called "Astérix et la potion d’étoiles" that will run nightly from July 11 to August 30. The show features a blend of 370 drones, pyrotechnics, water fountains, and laser effects, all choreographed to tell a story inspired by the beloved comic book series.

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It was mounted in just five months!

Developed in just five months, the production is a significant undertaking for the theme park. "It was mounted in just five months!" exclaimed Kévin Blandina, the director of shows. The drones, a key element, were practiced in secret on a former military base to avoid public curiosity. They are stored in a hidden area behind the lake, which is currently inaccessible to visitors. Plans are already in motion to relocate the drone launch site to the roof of a new Greek restaurant next year.

The impetus for the new show came from Florian Gady, who championed the inclusion of drones. "He insisted that we have drones," Blandina said. The idea gained traction after a test run last June, leading to the project's launch in January. The park's previous fireworks show had become dated, especially when compared to the impressive new nighttime spectacle at Disneyland Paris, which opened in March.

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He insisted that we have drones.

According to Blandina, the most challenging phase was the scriptwriting, as Parc Astérix aimed to "really tell a story, not just put on a fireworks display." The show incorporates classic scenes from the "Astérix" adventures, including the inevitable clashes with Roman soldiers, promising an engaging experience for visitors.

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we wanted to really tell a story, not just put on a fireworks display.