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down our picks for the top 10 amazing
drive-in movie theaters in the US before
we begin we publish new content every
day so be sure to subscribe to our
channel and ring the bell to get
notified about our latest videos for
this list we’re looking at some of the
most popular interesting and classic
drive-in movie theaters found across
America to be included the theater needs
to operate regularly not just for
special events so while the jaws on the
water screening at the Alamo Drafthouse
is indeed unforgettable it won’t be
considered number 10 the Ford Wyoming
Drive in Dearborn Michigan
this Detroit drive-in gets all the
popular new movies but in terms of
modern trappings that is about it of
course that’s part of what makes this
institution so charming and memorable
the old-school vibe it’s been around
since 1950 and boasting 5 screens claims
to be the largest drive-in in the world
it offers special two for the price of
one double features and is open
exclusively on weekends as their retro
intermission animation reminds you
you’ll want to take advantage of that
time to visit the refreshment center
number nine Becky’s drive in walnut port
Pennsylvania in many ways
Becky’s is the archetypal establishment
but that’s what makes it so great they
deliver a perfect family-friendly
driving experience the sound is
broadcast locally over FM radio but
portable radios can also be rented for
next to nothing the snacks are tasty and
affordable and they’ve even got a
playground for kids each visit to
Becky’s feels like a trip to a simpler
more wholesome time add to that the fact
that they’ve got two screens and hosts
special events like car shows and
fireworks and you really can’t go wrong
of course well in Pennsylvania you’ll
also want to check out shank Wyler’s
drive-in to number eight the Field of
Dreams drive-in theater Liberty Center
Ohio as Kevin Costner’s ray Kinsella
learned in the 1989 film Field of Dreams
if you build it they will come taking
that same faith in the public’s undying
love for good old-fashioned
entertainment the Saunders family of
Ohio built this drive-in theater in
their very own backyard it was clearly a
labor of love for Donna and rod Saunders
but it’s one that’s paid off people
cannot say enough good things about it
in the years since they opened in 2007
they’ve added a second smaller screen as
well as games pudding and volleyball all
in the name of creating an atmosphere of
good clean fun number seven the
Wellfleet drive-in theater Wellfleet
Massachusetts this Cape Cod drive-in
theater has been putting a smile on the
faces of locals and tourists alike since
it opened for business all the way back
in 1957 since then they’ve upgraded to a
digital projector and Dolby Digital
sound but apart from those undeniable
improvements and quality the institution
remains every bit as classic and
nostalgic as one might hope each parking
space comes with a little old-timey
looking radio that is sure to pique the
interest of kids of all ages while the
on-site playground serves as the perfect
distraction for more Restless children
the drive-in also plays host to a flea
market and other events number six the
Mesa Drive in Pueblo Colorado at the
Mesa drive-in kids get in for free and
unlike with so many other businesses
here kids are still considered kids
until the age of 12 which makes this a
very affordable night out for families
add to that the fact that this
long-running establishment offers an
order ahead concession stand menu and
you’ve got the recipe for a really great
evening the place has been around since
1951 and has since converted from 35
millimeter to digital projection but
apart from the necessary updates not
much has changed many decades later they
still offer the same fun atmosphere and
great hospitality that made them famous
number five the route 66 drive-in
theater Carthage Missouri route 66 might
not be an official highway anymore but
it remains an iconic symbol of a bygone
era of American life a driving
pilgrimage of sorts for travelers with a
nostalgic streak there’s a lot to see
and do along this legendary stretch of
road from its many diners and retro
motels to the countless odd roadside
attractions but no trip is complete
without a stop at the famous
route 66 drive-in located in Carthage
Missouri this slice of history first
opened in 1949 only to be shuttered in
1985 thankfully in 1998 it was reopened
doing its part to keep historic route 66
alive and kicking in all its nostalgic
glory number four Benji’s driving Middle
River Maryland size doesn’t always
matter but when you’re on the tail end
of a line up for a drive-in and gets
stuck at the back of the field there’s
something to be said for a really big
screen and at 52 by 120 feet
Benji’s claims to boast the largest
drive-in screen in America this Maryland
landmark has been in operation since
1956 and has developed a funny
reputation for having really strict
rules however for anyone annoyed by the
widespread disregard for common courtesy
in most theaters these days it’s kind of
great ask any of its many dedicated
patrons and they’ll assure you that the
rules are part of the draw and the
overall charm I would like to see the
people that are now 12 bring their
children in number three the Delsea
Drive in theater Vineland New Jersey
among roadtrippers nostalgia junkies and
driving aficionados Delsea Drive in is
spoken about with a sort of reverence
it’s the last drive-in in New Jersey and
while that might not seem like a big
deal it is when you consider the fact
that Jersey is actually the birthplace
of the American drive-in family’s always
thanking you for being here
they’re getting a nice family night out
with their kids very cost effective
jersey businessman Richard M
Hollingshead filed the patent in the
city of Camden and then opened the first
drive in there in 1933 and today
delcie keeps the dream alive the spot
doesn’t have much in terms of bells and
whistles but it offers rock-bottom
prices an oft praised assortment of
snacks and the knowledge that you’re
participating in a real American
tradition starting Jersey will maintain
even Jersey number two the Harvest Moon
twin drive in Gibson City Illinois when
you think retro entertainment and
Technology energy efficiency and
environmentally friendly aren’t among
the first qualifiers to come to mind but
in Gibson City Illinois the good folks
behind Harvard
moon twin drive-in are proving that the
age-old tradition of the American drivin
and eco responsibility can actually go
hand in hand the theater has been around
since 1954 but in 2009 it underwent a
refurbishment adding wind turbines and
LED lighting coming through and seeing
it and then knowing it’s what’s powering
the theater is just kind of amazing
despite these measures it still offers
all the charms snacks and low prices
that people love translation it’s the
sort of theater you’ll really feel good
about supporting number one coyote drive
in Fort Worth Texas
coyote drivin actually boasts not one
but three locations in Texas and Alabama
though they all Rock the Fort Worth
location is arguably the best the fully
loaded concession stand has a menu item
for just about every taste and a
selection of beers sure to satisfy even
the most discerning Studds aficionado
with cheap prices double features
multiple screens a massive dining area
live music and more this drive-in is
more than just an outdoor theater it’s a
perfect night out just waiting to happen
oh and in addition to bringing your dog
you’re also welcome to arrive on
horseback
they’ve got hitches waiting at the
cantina yeehaw
do you agree with our picks check out
these other great clips from watch mojo and subscribe for new videos every day
living and experience welcome to
watchmojo.com and today we’re counting
down our picks for the top 10 amazing
drive-in movie theaters in the US before
we begin we publish new content every
day so be sure to subscribe to our
channel and ring the bell to get
notified about our latest videos for
this list we’re looking at some of the
most popular interesting and classic
drive-in movie theaters found across
America to be included the theater needs
to operate regularly not just for
special events so while the jaws on the
water screening at the Alamo Drafthouse
is indeed unforgettable it won’t be
considered number 10 the Ford Wyoming
Drive in Dearborn Michigan
this Detroit drive-in gets all the
popular new movies but in terms of
modern trappings that is about it of
course that’s part of what makes this
institution so charming and memorable
the old-school vibe it’s been around
since 1950 and boasting 5 screens claims
to be the largest drive-in in the world
it offers special two for the price of
one double features and is open
exclusively on weekends as their retro
intermission animation reminds you
you’ll want to take advantage of that
time to visit the refreshment center
number nine Becky’s drive in walnut port
Pennsylvania in many ways
Becky’s is the archetypal establishment
but that’s what makes it so great they
deliver a perfect family-friendly
driving experience the sound is
broadcast locally over FM radio but
portable radios can also be rented for
next to nothing the snacks are tasty and
affordable and they’ve even got a
playground for kids each visit to
Becky’s feels like a trip to a simpler
more wholesome time add to that the fact
that they’ve got two screens and hosts
special events like car shows and
fireworks and you really can’t go wrong
of course well in Pennsylvania you’ll
also want to check out shank Wyler’s
drive-in to number eight the Field of
Dreams drive-in theater Liberty Center
Ohio as Kevin Costner’s ray Kinsella
learned in the 1989 film Field of Dreams
if you build it they will come taking
that same faith in the public’s undying
love for good old-fashioned
entertainment the Saunders family of
Ohio built this drive-in theater in
their very own backyard it was clearly a
labor of love for Donna and rod Saunders
but it’s one that’s paid off people
cannot say enough good things about it
in the years since they opened in 2007
they’ve added a second smaller screen as
well as games pudding and volleyball all
in the name of creating an atmosphere of
good clean fun number seven the
Wellfleet drive-in theater Wellfleet
Massachusetts this Cape Cod drive-in
theater has been putting a smile on the
faces of locals and tourists alike since
it opened for business all the way back
in 1957 since then they’ve upgraded to a
digital projector and Dolby Digital
sound but apart from those undeniable
improvements and quality the institution
remains every bit as classic and
nostalgic as one might hope each parking
space comes with a little old-timey
looking radio that is sure to pique the
interest of kids of all ages while the
on-site playground serves as the perfect
distraction for more Restless children
the drive-in also plays host to a flea
market and other events number six the
Mesa Drive in Pueblo Colorado at the
Mesa drive-in kids get in for free and
unlike with so many other businesses
here kids are still considered kids
until the age of 12 which makes this a
very affordable night out for families
add to that the fact that this
long-running establishment offers an
order ahead concession stand menu and
you’ve got the recipe for a really great
evening the place has been around since
1951 and has since converted from 35
millimeter to digital projection but
apart from the necessary updates not
much has changed many decades later they
still offer the same fun atmosphere and
great hospitality that made them famous
number five the route 66 drive-in
theater Carthage Missouri route 66 might
not be an official highway anymore but
it remains an iconic symbol of a bygone
era of American life a driving
pilgrimage of sorts for travelers with a
nostalgic streak there’s a lot to see
and do along this legendary stretch of
road from its many diners and retro
motels to the countless odd roadside
attractions but no trip is complete
without a stop at the famous
route 66 drive-in located in Carthage
Missouri this slice of history first
opened in 1949 only to be shuttered in
1985 thankfully in 1998 it was reopened
doing its part to keep historic route 66
alive and kicking in all its nostalgic
glory number four Benji’s driving Middle
River Maryland size doesn’t always
matter but when you’re on the tail end
of a line up for a drive-in and gets
stuck at the back of the field there’s
something to be said for a really big
screen and at 52 by 120 feet
Benji’s claims to boast the largest
drive-in screen in America this Maryland
landmark has been in operation since
1956 and has developed a funny
reputation for having really strict
rules however for anyone annoyed by the
widespread disregard for common courtesy
in most theaters these days it’s kind of
great ask any of its many dedicated
patrons and they’ll assure you that the
rules are part of the draw and the
overall charm I would like to see the
people that are now 12 bring their
children in number three the Delsea
Drive in theater Vineland New Jersey
among roadtrippers nostalgia junkies and
driving aficionados Delsea Drive in is
spoken about with a sort of reverence
it’s the last drive-in in New Jersey and
while that might not seem like a big
deal it is when you consider the fact
that Jersey is actually the birthplace
of the American drive-in family’s always
thanking you for being here
they’re getting a nice family night out
with their kids very cost effective
jersey businessman Richard M
Hollingshead filed the patent in the
city of Camden and then opened the first
drive in there in 1933 and today
delcie keeps the dream alive the spot
doesn’t have much in terms of bells and
whistles but it offers rock-bottom
prices an oft praised assortment of
snacks and the knowledge that you’re
participating in a real American
tradition starting Jersey will maintain
even Jersey number two the Harvest Moon
twin drive in Gibson City Illinois when
you think retro entertainment and
Technology energy efficiency and
environmentally friendly aren’t among
the first qualifiers to come to mind but
in Gibson City Illinois the good folks
behind Harvard
moon twin drive-in are proving that the
age-old tradition of the American drivin
and eco responsibility can actually go
hand in hand the theater has been around
since 1954 but in 2009 it underwent a
refurbishment adding wind turbines and
LED lighting coming through and seeing
it and then knowing it’s what’s powering
the theater is just kind of amazing
despite these measures it still offers
all the charms snacks and low prices
that people love translation it’s the
sort of theater you’ll really feel good
about supporting number one coyote drive
in Fort Worth Texas
coyote drivin actually boasts not one
but three locations in Texas and Alabama
though they all Rock the Fort Worth
location is arguably the best the fully
loaded concession stand has a menu item
for just about every taste and a
selection of beers sure to satisfy even
the most discerning Studds aficionado
with cheap prices double features
multiple screens a massive dining area
live music and more this drive-in is
more than just an outdoor theater it’s a
perfect night out just waiting to happen
oh and in addition to bringing your dog
you’re also welcome to arrive on
horseback
they’ve got hitches waiting at the
cantina yeehaw
do you agree with our picks check out
these other great clips from watch mojo and subscribe for new videos every day
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