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This is a list of drive-in theaters that are currently in operation. This list may not include those that operate only as a swap meet.

This is a dynamic list and may never be able to satisfy particular standards for completeness. You can help by adding missing items with reliable sources.

Australia[edit]

Main article: List of active drive-in theatres in Australia

Victoria[edit]

New South Wales[edit]

Queensland[edit]

Western Australia[edit]

South Australia[edit]

Brasil[edit]

Distrito Federal[edit]

Canada[edit]

British Columbia[edit]

Manitoba[edit]

  • Big Island Drive-In in Flin Flon
  • Shamrock Drive-In in Killarney
  • Stardust Drive-In in Morden

New Brunswick[edit]

Nova Scotia[edit]

Ontario[edit]

Prince Edward Island[edit]

Quebec[edit]

  • The Cine-Parc Mathers (Mathers) in St-Eustache
  • The Ciné-Parc Odeon (Cineplex Entertainment LP) in Boucherville
  • The Ciné-Parc Paradiso in Chandler
  • The Cine-Parc St-Hilaire (Action Film) in St-Hilaire
  • The Ciné-Parc St-Nicolas (Cineplex Entertainment LP) in St-Nicolas
  • The Cine-Parc Templeton in Gatineau

Saskatchewan[edit]

  • The Jubilee Drive-In in Manitou Beach, Saskatchewan, just outside of Watrous, Saskatchewan on Highway 365. One Screen built in 1955.

United States[edit]

This is a partial list of drive-in theaters currently operating in the U.S. As of July 2008, about 383 remain, with a total of more than 635 screens, according to the United Drive-In Theater Owners Association.[3]

As of May 2009, there are no known operating drive-in theaters in Alaska, Delaware or Louisiana

Alabama[edit]

Operates two screens. Both usually show double-features.
Opened May 23, 1997. Single drive-in screen accompanied by five newly-constructed indoor theatres. Second drive-in screen demolished in 2005 to make room for the indoor theatres.

Arizona[edit]


Arkansas[edit]

California[edit]

Operates year round with six screens showing double features
Operates year round with six screens showing double features
Operates year round with two screens showing double features

Colorado[edit]

Operates two screens; both screens show double-features (four movies total)
Operates three screens; each screen shows double-features (six movies total)
Combination of drive-in theater and motel; also known as Best Western Movie Manor. Operates two screens
Despite having two screens, only one has been in use since 1997
  • The TruVu Drivein in Delta

Connecticut[edit]

Operates three screens; all screens show double-features of movies currently in wide release. Movies are shown from spring into fall on weekends, and every day of the week during the summer season.
The Southington Drive-In is a community–owned and operated establishment and contains 1 screen. All Movies are G - PG13.

The Southington Drive-In is unique not only because it is one of only three remaining outdoor venues in the state, but also because it has been purchased by the town of Southington. A little history on this town treasure: the drive-in first opened in 1954 and operated for nearly half a century before closing in 2002. In 2004 the Southington residents voted to purchase the property in order to expand nearby Recreation Park and enjoy continued outdoor activities at the nostalgic site. They agreed to execute a new concept – that of letting local non-profit organizations staff each movie night with their own volunteers in exchange for a portion of the proceeds. So for $10 a Southington carload can enjoy a fun family and help community programs and initiatives within the Southington community to be funded. If the carload is from out of town it will cost $12. Walk ins are welcome at $2 each, but they would need a portable radio and a chair.[6] http://www.southingtondrive-in.org

Florida[edit]

Opened November 22, 1963 - 13 screens; now known as the Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop for its flea market[11]
site of the Lake Worth Swap Shop and Drive-in[11]

Georgia[edit]

Only Drive-In located in south Georgia[12]

Hawaii[edit]

Opened in 2003. Shows features once a month on Saturday nights[16]

Idaho[edit]

Illinois[edit]

Indiana[edit]

Indiana has retained a remarkable number of its drive-ins, due largely to it being one of the last states in the Union to adopt Daylight Saving Time, in 2006.
Operates two screens; both screens show double-features, typically first-run movies (four movies total)
Two screens, located 14 miles west of Louisville, KY.
Operates five screens; all screens show double-features (ten movies total)
Operates two screens; both screens show double-features (four movies total)
Operates four screens; all screens show double-features (eight movies total)

Iowa[edit]

Kansas[edit]

Opened June 30, 1950. 1 screen, serving 750 cars with 600 speakers that still work. Became the world's first "digital drive-in" in 1999 with the addition of a DTS system.

Kentucky[edit]

Two screens showing separate double features.
The original screen was destroyed by a tornado in 1996. The new screen is considerably smaller than the original.
Single screen. The name comes from its location between what were originally two landmark hills on Highway 127.

Maine[edit]

  • The Bridgton Twin Drive-In in Bridgton
  • The Prides Corner Drive-In in Westbrook
  • The Saco Drive-In in Saco
  • The Skowhegan Drive-In in Skowhegan (Opened June 30, 1954)
  • The Skylite Drive-In in Madawaska

Maryland[edit]

  • Bengies Drive-in in Baltimore (Opened June 6, 1956)

Massachusetts[edit]

Michigan[edit]

Opened in 1964 by John Magocs. Operates two screens; both screens show double-features (four movies total).
  • The Cherry Bowl Drive-In in Honor
Opened in 1953. Operates one screen; shows double-features (two movies total)
Opened in 1961. Affiliated with the Sunset Drive-in in Hartford.[17] Operates one screen; shows double-features (two movies total)[18]
Opened in 1950. Operates five screens; all screens show double-features (10 movies total). Originally known as Ford-Wyoming Drive-In. Had nine screens since the early 90's; screens 6-9 on Wyoming Ave. were closed and torn down in May 2010. Name was shortened to Ford Drive-In the following month
Opened in 1949 as the NK Drive-in, it has four screens that shows 2 movies each (eight total)[19]
The oldest drive-in in Michigan, opened in 1947. Operates one screen; shows double-features (two movies total)
  • Mikes Drive-in Theatre in Troy
Opened 2008. Operates 9 screens; all screens show triple feature. First active drive-in theatre in Troy, shows a total of 27 movies. In April 2011 this theatre will operate 16 big screens, triple feature, with a total of 48 movies.
"Opened in 2003. Reopened in 2010 at site of Pontiac Silverdome. Operates three screens; all screens double-features." [20]
Opened in 1948. Affiliated with the Five-Mile Drive-in in Dowagiac.[17] Operates one screen; shows double-features (two movies total)[21]
  • The US-23 Drive-in Theatre in Flint.
Opened in 1951. Operates three screens; all screens show double-features. Last active drive-in theater in Genesee County [22]

Minnesota[edit]

Mississippi[edit]

on W. Quitman St.

Missouri[edit]

Marquis and rear of projection screen of Route 66 Drive-in at Carthage, Missouri
Is the newest Drive-IN in MO that opened in 2004.
Operating 4 screens.
Operating 2 screens.

Montana[edit]

Nebraska[edit]

Nevada[edit]

Operates year round with four screens showing double features
Five screens, serving 950 cars. Opened on January 7, 1966.

New Hampshire[edit]

Operating 2 screens. Summer only.

New Jersey[edit]

New Jersey was the birthstate of the drive-in movie theater
Reopened in 2004; New Jersey's first open drive-in in over a decade

New Mexico[edit]

Two screens; open weekends from April to September
Three screens; opened in 1990
Single screen; open weekends May to September

New York[edit]

Operates two screens. Both with double features

Operates two screens. Both with double features, sometimes triple
Hollywood Drive In in Averill Park
Operates two screens. Both with double features, sometimes triple
Double features on weekdays, triple features on weekends
Operates two screens. Both with double features, sometimes triple
Previously known as Bath Drive-In Theater. Closed and for sale as of August 2010
Four screens, close to Buffalo and Niagara Falls, features playground for kids, free wi-fi internet, and miniature golf
Double features nightly
  • West Rome Drive-in in Rome:: after 2011 season in year 2012 it was Completely torn down and re built from the ground up and reopen later that year. Now Closed in 2014 Because Owners Didn't shell out for Digital Projection.

North Carolina[edit]

North Dakota[edit]

Ohio[edit]

Second oldest continuously operating drive-in theater in the world
Closed for several years during the 1990s
Four simultaneously running screens and capacity for 1,000 cars. Originally opened October 1, 1969 with only one large screen. It closed for several years during the 1990's. A second screen was added during the late 70's. The third and fourth screens were added just during the last couple of years.

Oklahoma[edit]

Opened 5/21/51 as a single screen theatre named the Modernaire, was twinned in 53 and renamed the Admiral Twin. Built by local Businessman L.E. Snider, First Feature was "Oh Suzanna" starring Chill Wills. Was later owned By General Cinema Corp. and is now owned by a local family named Blake. Note: The Admiral Twin's double screen tower burned down on 9/3/10, the owners plan to rebuild. The Co-Owner of Admiral Twin Drive In is accepting donations to rebuild the theater. For information on how to donate go to KTUL.COM[32]

Oregon[edit]

Open seasonally since July 31, 1953, last active drive-in cinema in the Portland metropolitan area
Open since 1953, it has the biggest screen in Oregon (90' wide).

Pennsylvania[edit]

Opened as Route 45 Drive-In on August 27, 1940
Opened as Ficks Drive-In (after original owner Isadore J. Ficks) on April 25, 1949. In recent years, the original box office was recovered and now sits inside the entranceway to the drive-in.
Opened June 6, 1950. Four screens. The original lot and lot #2 still have speakers
Opened June 19, 1947 as Ruthorn Drive-In. Owner's family ran several drive-ins in the Greater Pittsburgh area from the 60's to the 90's. All are now defunct.
Operates two screens; both screens show double-features (four movies total)
Opened as Carrolltown Drive-In on June 15, 1950
Opened 1954. Maintains a very nostalgic look with old Coca-Cola and Sprite signs for the marquee and entranceway. Snack bar includes candy machines from the 1940's. Only operating drive-in in Beaver County at this point.
Originally opened as Lee's Woodland Drive-In on May 6, 1949. Closed in late 70's and reopened April 4, 1995 as Galaxy Drive-In. Ownership changed after 2004 season and renamed Riverside.
The second drive-in theater ever built. Opened April 15, 1934
Originally opened June 8, 1950 and operated until 1996. In 2007, the Twin Hi-Way Drive-In was given a complete restoration job and reopened on July 3 that year. Located on an original stretch on the Lincoln Highway (formerly designated as U.S. 22/U.S. 30, hence the name of the drive-in. Now designated as PA Route 60). A second screen has just been constructed opposite of the original screen.

Rhode Island[edit]

Opened July 3, 1951. Operates three screens; all screens show double-features of first-run films. (six movies total)

South Carolina[edit]

South Dakota[edit]

Tennessee[33][34][edit]

Projection room and concession stands heavily damaged by fire in March 2007; theater had no interruption of service and continues to operate.
Reopening under new ownership in 2009
Constructed and began operations in 2003. Second screen added in 2005.
Operates three screens. Each screen shows a double-feature (six movies total). Previously had four screens, but screen #2 burned down in 2007 and was not replaced
One mile from the Bristol Motor Speedway. Screen goes dark on racing weekends, when the drive-in lot is converted to a campground for visiting race fans.

Texas[edit]

Opened 2004. Has four screens, each showing a double-feature, operates 364 days a year, show times @9:00pm.
Opened September 11, 1955, closed in 1984 and reopened in 2002
Reopened. Opened as Starlite in 2005, renamed Litestar but closed the following year

Utah[edit]

Vermont[edit]

Virginia[edit]

Washington[edit]

Open since 1949, family owned, 3 screens, digital sound.
5 screens in operation, 6th screen remains damaged after windstorm.
Will close in Fall 2010 to provide more money to build a 14 screen multiplex.

West Virginia[edit]

The snack bar includes 2 pool tables and eating area w/road frontage
Opened August 31, 1947. Includes carports in the front rows and Sunset Diner in front of the theater

Wisconsin[edit]

Wyoming[edit]

  • American Dream Drive-In in Powell

India[edit]

Ahmedabad, Gujarat[edit]

The largest screen in Asia, has room for about 665 cars or 6000 people. Opened on September 6th 1973. Covered sitting facility attracts people who don't own cars as well..

Chennai, Tamilnadu[edit]

Prarthana Drive-In Theatre

  • Prarthana is the world's first beach drive-in theatre
  • India’s only Beachside drive-in theatre.

It is the only place to watch your favorite movie on a one-of-a-kind giant concrete screen of 4500 sq.ft. with gentle sea breeze and a delectable vegetarian cuisine. Prarthana would be your perfect evening with the moon and the stars shining on you. Apart from the drive-in area for the cars, a gallery with a seating capacity of 614 people offers the same experience for those visiting Prarthana by vehicles other than 4 wheelers. Prarthana also has a large area with play equipments for children. Equipped with dts sound system and Xenon Lamp house one can experience the best clarity of sound and picture.

References[edit]

  • Pocket Drive-in Locator, Drive-On-In, 2004. ISBN 1-4120-4032-9
  • The moviegoing experience, 1968-2001. McFarland, 2003. ISBN 0-7864-1361-1.P.218-222
  • Today, It’s a Long Drive to the Drive-In. The New York Times, September 16, 2008. Retrieved on 2009-04-27
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  21. ^ MySpace: Sunset Drive In Theater
  22. ^ The Flint Journal April 29, 2009 Lease deal will keep U.S. 23 Twin Drive-in Theater open for five years, with improvements planned
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  34. ^ http://www.driveintheater.com/list/tennesse.htm

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