8 Tips For A Great Drive-In Movie Experience

There's nothing like the summertime drive-in movie! Grab a blanket and popcorn, and find a drive-in near you!

Everyone loves the vintage atmosphere of drive-in movies. Nowadays, drive-in screens and sound are quite advanced. 

You will want to plan a trip to one of the drive-in theaters this year! You might even have a drive-in right in your backyard. Drive-ins are not just relics of the past. 

An average movie with snacks and drinks costs around $25 for a family of four. Next, here are a few tips for making your drive-in experience as enjoyable as possible.

What's Great About a Drive-In Movie?

• It allows pets, grilling, and smoking. 
• It's an experience you do not get too often.
• It could be personal and can become a party.
• It features two movies at once, making it twice as entertaining.
• It's also ridiculously cheap in comparison to chain movie theaters.

You can technically bring anything you want in - so you can even grab a pizza before going in. However, prices at the concession stand are low.

Tips for Having a Good Time at Your Drive-In Movie

These are 8 tips for an enjoyable first drive-in experience if you want to be comfortable and have fun.

1.Dress Comfortably

Drive-in movie theaters have a great advantage: Nobody will look at what you're wearing.

Put on your pajamas for a more comfortable experience. You can also dress up like one of the Avengers.

 2.Bring Bug Spray

Since summer brings a lot of bugs, it's important to bring bug spray. No matter whether you sit outside on your lawn chairs or roll the windows down, you'll be outside for a few hours.

Make sure you pack bug spray so that you don't feel like you're in the jungle while watching "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle."

3. Take Comfortable Chairs

Even if you plan to sit in your car or on a blanket, you may still want chairs. Sitting in the same place for two movies can prove uncomfortable. 

If you plan to sit in the back of a van, SUV, or truck, bring some blankets and pillows with you.

4. Have Cash On Hand Just in Case

While some drive-in movie theaters are closing during the pandemic, others are still serving food with limited capacity. 

Patrons must stand six feet apart and use different doors to enter and exit. Employees are also required to wear face masks. 

5. Make Sure to Adhere to The Rules

Each drive-in theater has its own rules and regulations, so check the website for information about food/grills, dogs, and more. 

As of 2021, there will still be constraints in place to ensure there is plenty of room between cars, in lines, etc. Following these rules helps make sure theaters stay open. 

6. Get Your Tickets in Advance & Arrive Early

Tickets for popular shows will sell out quickly, so get yours in advance! Some theaters may allow you to purchase reserved parking spots as well.

Arrive early to get the best spot. If you arrive early, you will have the best choice of parking spots for trucks, SUVs, and vans.

7. Take Your Own Radio & Extra Batteries

It is highly encouraged to bring battery-operated radios to the Drive-In theater. Portable radios can save your car battery when used to tune into the movie's sound. 

Pack a portable radio with extra batteries. Your car's radio drains your battery since you need to stream the movie's audio through it.

You will also need a portable radio if you're planning to set up chairs in your pickup bed or behind your vehicle so that you can hear the movie.

8. Make Sure You Pack a Dinner, Snacks, & Beverages

Drive-in movie theaters also offer the advantage of bringing food from home.  Or you can buy snack foods or money at the concession stand. 

Due to social distancing restrictions, some drive-ins have closed their concession stands and relaxed their rules on outside food. 

Be sure to check with the drive-in before you go whether you can bring your snacks. Check the rules before bringing food when you are heading to a drive-in theater.

SOME MORE TIPS TO ENJOY DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT 

• Come early to secure the best parking spots.
• Be sure to leave safely after the show is over.
• Do not drive under the influence of alcohol.
• Look out for groups of families when you are parking.
• Watch out for people when you're driving and parking.
• Turn off your dome light or headlights when not necessary.
• Bring some lawn games (like a football) to play between films.
• You can park your truck or vehicle backward so you can relax.
• Respect your environment, clean up after yourself, and don't litter.
• Keep in mind that people might smoke and make noise while you are there.

Drive-In Movie Packages at Premiere Outdoor Movies

In the United States, drive-in movies are not a new concept. There were over 4,000 drive-ins in the United States in 1958, making it one of the best ways to entertain families at the time. 

Drive-in theaters reached their peak popularity in the late 1950s and early 1960s, especially in rural areas. At Premiere Outdoor Movies, we bring drive-in movies directly to your location. The packages start at $2300.

We Offer Three Sizes of Drive-In Screens

Premiere Outdoor Movies offers three commercial Air screen sizes, including a: 

1. 30-foot screen 
2. 40-foot screen
3. Gigantic 52-foot screen 

Even a dual 30-foot screen is available so that you can watch one movie on each side or two different movies simultaneously.

The Packages Include:

• 5000 seat sound systems
• 12K to 20K lumen projection
• Professional staff for the entire event
• FM radios for listening from a vehicle
• Generators for powering the entire event
• WIFI audio for listening from your smartphone or tablet (if available)
  

Takeaway

Drive-in movie theaters used to be used for just watching movies, but that has changed. 

We can host all your special events, such as weddings, graduations, and corporate events. If you're looking for a perfect social distancing event, host a drive-in!

Premier Outdoor Movies can add charm to your Movies. Our big screen and HD results will add spice to your event, ensuring a real-time movie experience. With our latest high-end equipment, we've become the first choice for customers looking for the best movie experience. Call us today to reserve your Halloween party rental.

What are you waiting for? Contact us to have an amazing experience!.