Drone Show Event by Drone Studios on behalf of Malibu Farm at Embarcadero Marina Park North

The proposed project is for an approximately 10-minute drone show on February 3rd, 2026, by Drone Studios on behalf of Malibu Farm at Embarcadero Marina Park North (EMPN) in San Diego, CA. The drones would be deployed from and landed at the western edge of EMPN. The proposed event would have a duration of one (1) day, including set-up starting at approximately 6:00 p.m. and clean-up concluding at approximately 10:00 p.m. A temporary safety perimeter would be established at the western edge of EMPN along a small section of the promenade adjacent to the waterfront. During the drone show, pedestrian access within the safety perimeter would be temporarily restricted using cones, caution tape and enforced by staff for a period of 15-minutes during the drone show. An alternative nearby walkway and park space would remain open at all times. Following the 15-minute period, the promenade would be reopened. No other closures of the walkways or road are anticipated to occur. The proposed event would be able to be viewed by the public without cost from various areas throughout the Embarcadero. Once the drone show concludes and the drones are secured, the safety perimeter would be removed. In the unlikely event a drone descends into the water, a net would be used to collect the drone immediately. The proposed drone shows would not impact commercial fishing activities or public access due to their limited nature. Staging for the proposed event would be within the safety perimeter and consist of approximately 100 drones. The drone show operation would have staff assigned as visual observers. Visual observers are responsible for scanning and monitoring for any and all airborne activity, such as aircraft, failed drones, and activity involving wildlife, and reporting any relevant observations to the District. Event staff would occupy approximately 3 spaces in the nearby EMPN public parking lot. Additionally, the Applicant is required to comply with FAA regulations and obtain any applicable approvals.