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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know

Everything you need to know about Global Drone® 2026, including tickets, attending, exhibiting, accessibility, accommodation, school groups, Congress Program and Keynote Luncheons.

About Global Drone

Start with the essentials

Learn what Global Drone® 2026 is, who it’s for, when and where it takes place, and how the Congress, Expo and Drone Zone fit together.

Global Drone® 2026 is a world-first major event platform bringing together drones, robotics, AI, Advanced Air Mobility, defence, agritech, investment, education and public spectacle on the Gold Coast, Australia. It combines a three-day Congress and Expo at Cbus Super Stadium, live demonstrations in the Drone Zone.

The event runs across three days from Wednesday 11 to Friday 13 November 2026 – 0900 – 1700 daily.

Cbus Super Stadium at Robina, on the Gold Coast.

Global Drone is built around four connected experiences:

  • Congress — six industry congress streams with global keynote speakers, expert panels and pitch competitions in the stadium’s corporate function rooms.
  • Expo — a three-day exhibition of drones (aerial, marine and terrestrial), robotics, AI, aerospace, defence, agritech, emergency response and education technologies.
  • Drone Zone — live flight and ground demonstrations of autonomous systems staged on the stadium playing field.
  • Keynote Luncheons – held daily with global keynote speakers during a three course lunch.

Global Drone® welcomes industry professionals, government representatives, defence personnel, investors, innovators, researchers, educators, students (via approved school groups) and members of the public. While the Congress and Keynote Luncheons are designed primarily for industry and government delegates, the Expo and Drone Zone are open to both industry and the general public.

The Congress is the business program — ticketed industry summits with keynote speakers, expert panels and pitch sessions, aimed at delegates, government and investors. The Expo is the exhibition floor, where you can explore technology stands and watch live demonstrations in the Drone Zone, and it’s open to industry and the general public via a General Admission ticket. In short: Congress is for the conference sessions; Expo (with GA) is for the exhibition and live demonstrations.

Global Drone is owned and organised by Super Fine Events and delivered through a specialist contractor network.

Exhibitors include commercial enterprises, government agencies, Airservices Australia, OEM manufacturers across the UAS, robotics, AI, aerospace and defence sectors.

You can explore the latest drone, robotics and AI technologies, meet the people and companies shaping the low-altitude economy, watch live demonstrations in the Drone Zone, and — for students and educators — engage with future careers content. The Expo is designed to be engaging for both industry professionals and the general public.

Expo access is via a General Admission (GA) ticket: $50 early bird / $60 full price for adults, and $20 early bird / $24 full price. Early-bird GA tickets are on sale from 3 September 2026.

We’d love to hear from you. Visit the Exhibit section of the website to apply. The process begins with an Expression of Interest Form.

Tickets and Entry

Plan your visit with confidence

Find information about ticket types, event entry, age requirements and what you need to know before arriving at Global Drone® 2026.

All Congress and Expo tickets are sold through our official ticketing provider, Lüp Events. Please only purchase through links on the official Global Drone® website to ensure your tickets are valid.

To help ensure a safe and secure event, all attendees are required to complete an online registration.

Once submitted, registrations undergo an approval and identity verification process before a ticket is issued.

Once approved, you’ll receive your ticket via email along with everything you need to know before attending Global Drone® 2026.

There are several ticket options depending on what you would like to experience:

  • 3-Day Congress Delegate Pass — access to the Congress program, including industry sessions, keynotes and panels.
  • Keynote Luncheon Tickets — a premium add-on experience held daily during the event.
  • General Admission – Adult Tickets— access to the Expo and Drone Zone.
  • General Admission – Student Group Tickets — Access to the Expo and Drone Zone during the Future Careers Day (Friday 13 November 2026)

Pricing varies by ticket type and the window you are purchasing in. See Tickets page for full details:

  • 3-Day Congress Delegate Pass: $550 early bird / $650 full price.
  • Keynote Luncheon (per day): $180 early bird / $200 full price.
  • GA Adult (Expo & Drone Zone): $50 early bird / $60 full price.
  • 3-Day GA Adult (Expo & Drone Zone): $100 early bird / $125 full price.
  • GA Student Adult (Expo & Drone Zone): $10.
  • 3-Day GA Student Adult (Expo & Drone Zone): $20.
  • Future Careers Day ONLY (Child/ Group): $10.


Ticket eligibility requirements apply for ALL tickets. Please review the Ticketing Terms & Conditions and Conditions of Entry before purchasing.

All ticket prices are shown in Australian dollars (AUD) and include GST.

Booking fees apply in addition to the advertised ticket price and will be calculated and displayed at checkout.

Tickets are released in stages:

  • Congress Delegate early-bird tickets: on sale from Thursday 3 September, ending Sunday 25 October 2026.
  • Full-price Congress tickets: from Monday 26 October 2026
  • GA (Expo & Drone Zone) early-bird tickets: on sale from Thursday 3 September, ending Sunday 25 October 2026.
  • Full-price GA tickets: from Monday 26 October 2026.

It depends on what you want to experience:

  • For industry sessions, networking and sector insights, choose a Congress Delegate Pass.
  • To explore the Expo, technology showcases and the Drone Zone, choose a GA ticket.
  • If you are attending with students or an education group, choose Student / Group tickets.

No. All tickets must be purchased online in advance. As every attendee is required to complete Global Drone®’s registration and security approval process, tickets are not available for purchase at the venue.

Tickets are purchased securely online through Lüp Events. Accepted payment methods are shown at checkout.

Once your registration has been approved, you’ll receive a confirmation email containing your ticket and event information. Please bring your ticket (printed or on your mobile device) together with a valid government-issued photo ID to gain entry.

All ticket sales are final and tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

The only exception is where a registration is not approved, in which case the ticket purchase will be refunded in full.

View our Ticketing Terms & Conditions and Conditions of Entry for full details.

Tickets are issued to approved attendees only following the registration and security approval process and cannot be transferred to another person.

For all ticket processing issues, please email Lüp Events – ticket@lup.events

 

All ticket prices are shown in Australian dollars (AUD) and include GST.

Booking fees apply in addition to the advertised ticket price and will be calculated and displayed at checkout.

Access depends on your ticket type:

  • 3-Day Congress Delegate Pass: access to Congress sessions on all days, plus the Expo and Drone Zone.
  • GA (Adult or Student): access to the Expo and Drone Zone on event days.
  • Keynote Luncheon: access to the luncheon on the relevant day/s, plus the Expo and Drone Zone.

Daytime program at Cbus Super Stadium:

  • Exhibition Zone (Expo): 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Wednesday 11 to Friday 13 November.
  • Congress sessions: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm across the three event days.
    Drone Zone live demonstrations: throughout each event day.

For the Expo and Congress, we recommend arriving from 9:00 am to make the most of the day.

Is there an age requirement or restriction? Global Drone® 2026 is an industry event and is not open to children or persons under the age of 18. The only exception is students attending as part of an approved school or educational group during Future Careers Day on Friday 13 November. Student registrations must be arranged by a teacher or authorised educator.

Yes. Students attending Future Careers Day as part of an approved school or educational group must hold a valid ticket arranged by their teacher or authorised educator.

Yes, your badge will provide re-entry on the day you are attending.

The Expo, Congress and Drone Zone are held within Cbus Super Stadium and proceed in all weather. Weather and schedule updates will be posted on the website and via our live information channels closer to the event.

  • Your ticket (printed or digital)
  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Comfortable footwear
  • Business cards (recommended)
  • An empty reusable water bottle (optional)

Yes. Trained assistance animals are welcome at Global Drone 2026. Domestic pets are not permitted at the venue. If you’re attending with an assistance animal, we recommend getting in touch ahead of time so we can support your visit.

Congress and Keynote Luncheons

Premium conversations and connections

The Global Drone® Congress brings together global keynote speakers, industry leaders, policymakers, investors, innovators and sector specialists across the technologies shaping the future of flight, Advanced Air Mobility, defence, agriculture, emergency response, ecology and the low-altitude economy.

Learn more about the Keynote Luncheons, how they fit into the event program and what attendees can expect from these premium sessions.

 

 The Congress is the core business program of Global Drone® — six specialised congress streams convening across Cbus Super Stadium’s corporate facilities over the three event days, each featuring international keynote speakers, expert panels and Keynote Luncheons.

Six congress streams run across the three days:

  • Advanced Air Mobility — Wednesday 11 November
  • Agri-Business — Wednesday 11 November
  • Defence Robotics & Counter-UAS — Thursday 12 November
  • Technology, Ecology, Conservation, & Natural Disaster Response – Thursday 12 November
  • Future Invest – Pitch Fest & Capital Raise — Friday 13 November
  • Entertainment & Sport  + Mining, Construction. & Asset Management – Friday 13 November

All congress sessions run 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. The program is subject to change.

The Congress is designed for industry leaders, government, investors, innovators, researchers, and professionals across defence, agribusiness, emergency response, education, infrastructure, aviation and the broader autonomous systems sector.

Future Invest is a ‘Shark Tank’-style funding platform chaired by Beaten Zone Venture Partners, connecting innovators in robotics and autonomous systems with venture capital, major banks and private equity investors. It runs on Friday 13 November and is by expression of interest only.

Purchase a 3-Day Congress Delegate Pass through the official website.

Yes, a 3-Day Congress Pass includes access to the Expo and Drone Zone.

Keynote Luncheons are held daily throughout the event and are a premium networking and thought-leadership moments within selected Global Drone® Congress streams. They combine a hosted lunch with a high-profile keynote speaker, offering senior delegates a more intimate setting to connect.They are a premium add-on experience.

No. Keynote Luncheons are an additional ticketed component and are not included in the standard Congress Delegate Pass. They must be purchased separately as an add-on.

Keynote Luncheons are $180 at the early-bird rate and $200 at full price, aligned with the Congress ticketing timeline.

All ticket prices are shown in Australian dollars (AUD) and include GST.

Booking fees apply in addition to the advertised ticket price and will be calculated and displayed at checkout.

Yes, tickets are limited and based on capacity.

You can purchase a Keynote Luncheon ticket through Lüp Events, or as a separate add-on to your 3-Day Congress Pass or GA ticket.

The Drone Zone is Global Drone®’s live demonstration arena, staged on the Cbus Super Stadium playing field. It showcases autonomous systems in action across all domains — aerial, terrestrial and aquatic — with around 120 demonstrations scheduled across the three event days.

Live flight and ground demonstrations of drones, autonomous systems and robotics, with an emphasis on civilian technology innovation. Static displays of electric aircraft and autonomous flight systems are also featured, and remote or off-site demonstrations — such as aquatic or wildlife surveys — are beamed live to the stadium’s big screens so everyone can watch in real time.

Live demonstrations run throughout each event day (Wednesday 11 to Friday 13 November and are viewable from the stadium.

Yes. All flight operations are managed by AUAV, which holds the overarching Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operator’s Certificate (ReOC) and acts as Chief Remote Pilot for all stadium flight operations. A 30-metre exclusion zone is maintained between all drones and patrons at all times, and no drones leave the stadium footprint. The stadium playing field sits in unrestricted airspace, outside the airport flight path.

Drone Zone demonstrations are part of the event experience for General Admission visitors and delegates. To watch from the stadium, you’ll need a GA ticket (or a Congress Delegate Pass).

Yes. Exhibitors can incorporate live demonstrations into their package. Register your demonstration interest through the Exhibitor Expression of Interest form in the Exhibit section.

Expo and Drone Zone

See the technology in action

Find out what to expect across the Expo and Drone Zone, including live demonstrations, visitor access, operational conditions and what you can bring to the event.

Schools and Future Careers Day

Inspiring the next generation

Future Careers Day connects students and student groups from upper primary through to university with the technologies, industries and career pathways shaping the future of drones, robotics, AI, autonomous systems and Advanced Air Mobility. Join us for Future Careers Day on Friday 13 November 2026 at Global Drone®.

Future Careers Day takes place on Friday 13 November 2026 from 9:00am–5:00pm at Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast.

The program gives students the opportunity to explore the future of drones, robotics, AI, autonomous systems and Advanced Air Mobility through the Global Drone Expo, live demonstrations, education and career experiences.

Schools and education groups can register their interest in attending Future Careers Day via the registration form on the Future Careers page of the Global Drone website.

Registrations must be submitted by a teacher or authorised educator on behalf of the school or education group. Following registration, the Global Drone® team will provide further information to help schools plan their visit.

Students aged 18 years and over can attend Global Drone independently on any day of the event by purchasing a Student Ticket. A valid student ID must be presented as proof of eligibility.

Students under 18 years of age may attend Global Drone on Future Careers Day, Friday 13 November only. They must attend either as part of a registered school or education group or accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.

Students under 18 cannot attend independently.

Future Careers is designed for students from upper primary through to university, providing age-appropriate opportunities to discover emerging technologies, industries and future career pathways.

The program will showcase opportunities across drones, robotics, AI, autonomous systems, Advanced Air Mobility and the many industries adopting these technologies.

All students under the age of 18 must remain under appropriate adult supervision while attending Global Drone®.

School and education groups must be accompanied by teachers or authorised adult supervisors and meet the required adult-to-student supervision ratio for their group.

Students attending independently of a school group must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian for the duration of their visit on Friday 13 November.

Parents, guardians, teachers and other accompanying adults must also be registered to attend Global Drone®.

Cbus Super Stadium is a fully accessible venue, with accessible parking, entrances, amenities and viewing areas available. Additional accessibility information will be published closer to the event.

Yes. Trained assistance animals are welcome at Global Drone® 2026. Domestic pets are not permitted at the venue. If you’re attending with an assistance animal, we recommend getting in touch ahead of time so we can support your visit.

Accessibility, Concession and Companion Card

Making Global Drone® accessible to everyone

Find information about accessibility support, concession options, Companion Card arrangements and assistance available during the event.

Travel, Accommodation and Parking

Getting to the Gold Coast made easier

Find practical information to help plan your trip, including travel, accommodation, transport and parking for Global Drone® 2026.

Cbus Super Stadium is located in Robina on the Gold Coast, Queensland. See our Visit page for more information on how to get to the event.

The Gold Coast is easily accessible. Cbus Super Stadium is around 20 minutes by direct transfer from Gold Coast Airport, and is also accessible by train from Brisbane. Full travel, public transport and parking details are available on the Visit page.

Designated drop-off and pick-up locations for taxis, rideshare services and accessible transport will be published closer to the event.

There is no on-site parking available at Cbus Super Stadium during Global Drone® 2026. On-street and public parking is available in the surrounding area within a short walking distance of the venue. Parking availability and any applicable fees are managed by the relevant parking operators, so we recommend allowing extra time to find a space or considering public transport where possible.

The Gold Coast offers a wide range of accommodation to suit every budget, much of it close to Robina and the coast. Accommodation information is available on the Visit page of the website.

For information on the Gold Coast visit www.experiencegoldcoast.com

International visitors are warmly welcomed. Please check the official Australian Government visa requirements for your country before you travel. International visitor information will be available on the Visit section of the website.

Confirmed Congress delegates and registered exhibitors may be able to request a letter of invitation to support a visa application. A letter of invitation does not guarantee a visa will be granted and is not a financial undertaking by the organisers.

Global Drone® is a world-first platform spanning innovation, industry leadership, public engagement, tourism impact and future workforce development. Exhibitors and sponsors connect directly with buyers, government stakeholders, investors, media and a large public audience across the drone, robotics, AI, Advanced Air Mobility, defence and agritech sectors.

Participants span drone, robotics, AI, Advanced Air Mobility, defence, agritech, emergency response, education, research, government and technology organisations — from OEM manufacturers to government agencies and commercial enterprises.

Visit the Exhibit section of the website. The process is straightforward – simply complete the Expression of Interest Form online. After this time our team will be in touch to discuss your application.

Detailed information regarding exhibition space inclusions will be made available once your Expression of Interest is received.

Yes. Exhibitors can incorporate live demonstrations into their package. The Drone Zone stages aerial, terrestrial and aquatic demonstrations on the stadium playing field, with off-site demonstrations beamed to the big screens. Register your demonstration interest via the Expression of Interest form on the Exhibit page.

Sponsorship is a relationship-led conversation. Submit a sponsorship enquiry through the Sponsor page and the sponsorship team will be in touch to discuss partnership options and prepare a tailored proposal.

A range of sponsorship opportunities is available across the Congress, Expo, and Drone Zone, scalable to different objectives and budgets.

Detailed exhibitor logistics, timings and the exhibitor manual will be provided to confirmed exhibitors.

Please use the Apply to Exhibit or Become a Sponsor pathways on the website. Exhibitor and sponsor enquiries are followed up by the relevant commercial lead, typically within one business day.

Exhibiting and Sponsoring

Take part in Global Drone® 2026

Global Drone® 2026 offers commercial partners direct access to industry, government, investors, media and public audiences across one of the world’s most exciting technology frontiers. Detailed information lives on the Exhibit and Sponsor pages.

Explore common questions about exhibiting, sponsorship opportunities, applications, participation requirements and getting your organisation involved.

Safety & Security

Safety is our highest priority

The safety of our visitors, delegates, exhibitors and the public is the highest priority at Global Drone® 2026. All flight operations are conducted under strict regulatory compliance and managed by specialist, certified contractors.

Yes. All stadium flight operations are managed by AUAV under an overarching Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operator’s Certificate (ReOC), with a designated Chief Remote Pilot. A 30-metre exclusion zone is maintained between all drones and patrons at all times, no drones leave the stadium footprint, and the playing field sits in unrestricted airspace outside the airport flight path. Rehearsals, testing and battery management are all part of the safety regime.

Yes. Operations comply with all Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulations. The event contractor already holds a Gold Coast area standing CASA approval, with approval for the larger drone fleet in progress.

Yes. First aid and medical support are part of the event’s crowd management and safety plans at Cbus Super Stadium, with onsite medics in place.

Crowd management plans, security personnel, police liaison, identity verification procedures and emergency response plans are in place throughout the event. Please follow the directions of event staff and security personnel at all times.

Where alcohol is available, responsible service of alcohol applies and proof of age may be required. Patrons who are intoxicated or behaving unsafely may be refused entry or removed.

No. For everyone’s safety and to comply with aviation regulations, members of the public must not fly personal drones at or near Cbus Super Stadium. Unauthorised drone activity can endanger the demonstrations and the public, and may be subject to enforcement.

If you need help, find the nearest event staff member, security officer or marked first aid point. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000. Please familiarise yourself with exits and follow the directions of staff and emergency services.

Global Drone® welcomes senior government representatives, defence personnel, international delegates and industry leaders. To help ensure a safe and secure event for all attendees, every registration undergoes an approval and identity verification process before a ticket is issued.

A valid government-issued photo ID is required to verify your identity and ensure it matches your approved registration before entry to the event.

Facial recognition technology is used as part of Global Drone’®s security procedures to verify attendee identity and facilitate efficient entry to the venue. This technology supports the safety and security of all attendees.

Food, Facilities & Onsite

Onsite Information

Practical information to help you plan your day onsite at Cbus Super Stadium. From food and drink to Wi-Fi, cloakroom facilities, badge collection and venue policies, here’s the practical information you’ll need to plan your day at Cbus Super Stadium.

Yes. Food and beverage will be available for purchase at Cbus Super Stadium throughout each event day. Details of outlets and options will be confirmed closer to the event.

General Admission, Student Group, and Congress Delegate tickets do not include food unless stated. Keynote Luncheons are the exception — a hosted lunch is part of the Keynote Luncheon experience. Otherwise, food and drink are available to purchase onsite.

Patrons are not permitted to bring food or beverage products from commercial outlets into the venue. Homemade food in a container (other than glass) is permitted. Water in a bottle with an unbroken factory seal (up to 1.25L) and tea and coffee in a thermos are permitted. Other liquids are not permitted. Otherwise, patrons can bring in empty water bottles which can be filled with water at the designated water stations in the venue.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options will be available. Keynote Luncheon and catered Congress elements will aim to accommodate common dietary requirements where notified in advance.

Cbus Super Stadium does not have a dedicated, venue wide public wi-fi network.

Cbus Super Stadium is a cashless venue. There are no ATMs on site.

Yes, Cbus Super Stadium provides free cloaking facilities for oversized bags.

You can collect your event badge from the Registration Desk upon arrival at Cbus Super Stadium. Please have your ticket (printed or on your mobile device) and a valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s licence or Passport) ready for verification.

As part of Global Drone®’s security procedures, facial recognition technology will be used at the venue to verify attendee identity and facilitate entry.

Please allow additional time on arrival to complete the identity verification process.

Cbus Super Stadium is a smoke-free venue in line with Queensland law. Smoking and vaping are only permitted in designated outdoor smoking areas.

If you lose or find an item during the event, please visit the nearest information point or event staff member. Lost property enquiries after the event can be made via the Contact page on the Global Drone website.

Media and Press

Information for journalists and media

Find answers about media enquiries, accreditation, interview opportunities, event resources and accessing information for coverage of Global Drone® 2026.

We welcome media interest. Please submit a media enquiry via the Contact Us form and our media team will be in touch.

Media accreditation registration details will be available on the event website closer to the event. To register your interest, please complete the Contact Us form.

A media kit will be made available on the event website closer to the date.

Global Drone® works with a range of media partners including News Corp. Media partner announcements will be shared via the News section as they are confirmed.

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Still have questions?

If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, please get in touch through the contact form on the website and we’ll point you in the right direction.

Be Part of Global Drone® 2026

Choose your pathway and be part of Global Drone®, the world-first event platform bringing drones, robotics, AI, Advanced Air Mobility, defence, agritech, investment, education and live demonstrations together on the Gold Coast, Australia.

Global Drone® is an 18+ event, with all attendees subject to security screening.

Students under 18 may attend Future Careers Day on Friday 13 November as part of a registered school group, or accompanied by a parent or guardian.