Get ready for a gravity-defying experience as the Thunderbird Drone Festival returns for its third year on August 25th and 26th of 2023! Oklahoma's first and only drone film/photo festival and drone technology event promises to be bigger and better than ever before. On day one filmmakers and photographers from all over the world will converge in Woodward, Oklahoma, to showcase their stunning drone work across a variety of categories in front of an enthusiastic audience. Hand-selected by a professional jury, including Emmy award winners, the films and photos featured in the festival will leave you in awe. Category winners will receive awards and will celebrate the evening at the VIP after-party! On the second day of the festival, you'll get the chance to attend a wide range of drone seminars, panels, and demos covering everything drone industry. And don't miss the amazing FPV, tiny-whoop races at the Sky-high Shootout! This year's festival promises to be an unforgettable experience that you won't want to miss. So, make sure to mark your calendar for August 25th and 26th of 2023, and come join us in Woodward for the ultimate celebration of drone technology and creativity! Film Festival categories include: - Landscape, Architecture, & Sports - Showreel & Commercial - FPV - Still Photography • Nature • Architecture - Narrative, Dronie, & More Other - Made in Oklahoma • Still • Film - First-Time Filmmaker or Under 18 - Best In Show Cash prizes and awards will be presented at the event. Here's what we did last year! Each category winner received a $100 cash prize and a custom Thunderbird Drone Festival wooden, laser-cut medal by a local Oklahoma creator. The Best In Show received a $500 cash prize and a custom Thunderbird Drone Festival wooden, laser-cut medal. We are aiming for even bigger and better things this year!