You searched “drive-in movies near me.” You want to know if there’s a drive-in theater close by, what’s playing, and when you can go. We can help with that.
Drive-in movie theaters are still very much alive in the United States. There are over 293 operating drive-ins across 46 states, and we’ve cataloged every single one. Here’s how to find your closest drive-in theater.
Use Our Directory
The fastest way to find a drive-in near you is our complete drive-in theater directory. It lists every operating drive-in in the country, organized by state, with addresses, websites, screen counts, and more.
Each theater page includes a Google Maps embed so you can see exactly where it is and get directions. Just find your state, browse the list, and pick the one closest to you.
Search by State
We cover all 46 states that have operating drive-in theaters. If you already know your state, jump straight to the listing. Here are some of the most popular:
- New York — 28 drive-ins, the most of any state
- Pennsylvania — 26 drive-ins from the Poconos to Pittsburgh
- Ohio — 23 drive-ins spread across the state
- Texas — 16 drive-ins, many open year-round
- California — 12 drive-ins from the Bay Area to San Diego
Every state page shows all open theaters with direct links to their individual pages, where you’ll find addresses, websites, social media links, and details about pricing, screens, and food policies.
Search by City or Metro Area
Looking for drive-in theaters near a specific city? We have 56 metro area pages that show every drive-in within reach of major cities across the country. A few examples:
- Atlanta — Including the Starlight 6, one of the most well-known drive-ins in the South
- Boston — Several options across New England
- Denver — Drive-ins along the Front Range
- Los Angeles — Southern California drive-ins
- Nashville — Central Tennessee options
Each city page lists nearby theaters with distances, so you can quickly see which drive-in is the closest to where you live.
Explore the Map
Want to see every drive-in in the country at a glance? Our homepage map plots all 293+ theaters on an interactive map. You can zoom into your area, click on a pin, and go directly to that theater’s page.
It’s the quickest way to visually find the drive-in theater nearest to you, especially if you’re near a state border or willing to drive a bit further for a better option.
Use the Search
You can also hit the search button at the top of any page (or press Cmd+K on desktop) to search our entire directory by name. If you’ve heard of a specific drive-in and want to find it, the search will pull it up instantly.
What to Expect at a Drive-In
If it’s been a while since your last drive-in trip, or if this is your first time, here’s what to know:
- Season runs April through September for most theaters. Drive-ins in warmer states like Texas, Florida, and Arizona may stay open year-round.
- Movies start at dusk, usually between 8:00 and 9:30 PM depending on the time of year.
- Admission is typically $8 to $12 per adult, and most drive-ins show a double feature (two movies) for that price. Kids are often free or heavily discounted.
- Sound comes through your FM radio. Tune to the posted frequency and listen through your car speakers or bring a portable radio to save your battery.
- Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Many people sit outside their cars, especially in warm weather.
- Buy something from the concession stand. Drive-ins make most of their money from food sales, not ticket sales. Supporting the snack bar helps keep the drive-in open.
Find Your Closest Drive-In
There are over 293 drive-in theaters operating in the United States right now, and one is probably closer than you think. Browse our state listings, check your nearest metro area, or explore the map to find it.
Drive-in season is right around the corner. Find your closest theater, check their website for opening dates, and go see a double feature under the stars.
