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July 4th drone shows will light up skies in dozens of cities this year

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Independence Day drone shows planned for dozens of cities across the country.

Shows involve hundreds of illuminated drones programmed to carry out choreographed routines set to songs like "Firework" by Katy Perry .

Drone shows have exploded in popularity in recent years as Americans search for safer ways to mark major events.

"After two years of doing a drone show for Fourth of July festivities, the community has spoken loud and clear — and the Tahoe City Downtown Association is bringing back the boom!" reads a statement on the group's website. Galveston , Texas , also returned to traditional fireworks in 2023 after switching to drones in 2022 , according to the Rockefeller Institute of Government ..

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