A Movie Night Out in the time of Social Distancing

Brad Smith • June 9, 2020

Movies have changed due to the Covid-19, here's what we are doing about it.

Outdoor Movie social distancing
The coronavirus pandemic has flipped our lives completely and because it was unprecedented, a lot of us have had to resort to a lifestyle we were unaccustomed to. Since it is a ‘novel’ virus and quite deadly too, we have to social distance ourselves from everyone for safety. This has led to the closure of workplaces, schools as well as movie theaters across the country. Some big blockbusters such as Marvel Studio’s Black Widow and MGM’s James Bond Film was expected to release but given the situation, they have been postponed. 

While we’ve been consuming movies through streaming services during the lockdown period, nothing beats the experience of a big screen. Drive-in theaters had faded in popularity but are experiencing a spike in numbers as people are desperate to get out of the house while following social distancing rules.

Get Out Of The House With Drive-in Movies

Get Out Of The House With Drive-in Movies

Getting out of the house is a way for people to feel normal and as they look for activities to keep themselves busy. Drive-in movies are an excellent choice for a night-out. A number of drive-in movie owners have reported getting interest from new customers who had never heard of their services before. 


Since everyone is in their own car at drive-in movies, the owners are looking to show movies during the day time as well. They are testing with LED screens and working towards the re-birth of the whole concept. Being able to show movies round the clock will also help them replenish the income they lost and keep the customers coming in. 

Premiere Outdoor Movie Is Still Open

Although most drive-in theaters remain closed in the country due to the outbreak of coronavirus, a small minority has been able to benefit from it. Most drive-ins in New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida and Maryland have been forced to shut down in the present circumstances. These theaters survive on concessions and even though they are a better choice than their indoor counterparts, there is so much they can do without the release of new movies. 


Of course, the pandemic will end at some point but we still don’t know when it will happen. Once all businesses resume, we are sure there will be a huge chunk of people who will be hesitant to return to crowded places including auditoriums with lots of people. In such a scenario, drive-ins are a good-old way to watch movies on the big screen. 


The movie theaters are expected to be shut for the rest of the summer, however, big studios releasing the most anticipated movies of 2020 will be beneficial for drive-ins and revive the business like nothing else. 



If the idea of going to drive-in appeals to you but you are scared, you shouldn’t be. Keep in mind that the drive-in has been created to ensure that you’re not in contact with other people and social distancing rules are maintained. 

About Premiere Outdoor Movies

Compliance with rules doesn’t mean that you can’t have fun. We just have to reimagine and rethink the way we function and still continue to experience the same excitement, albeit in a different way. We are a drive-in company that provides a number of services to the public anywhere, any day. 


We pride ourselves on having access to numerous size screens on the east coast and on our ability to host an event of any size. You can bring back the glorious days of drive-in theaters and host your own little screening for your community. Our projectors display well on the massive 30’, 40’ and 52’ inflatable movie screens and fit your need to enjoy your favorite movies. If you are not looking to host a movie-night, we can help you with similar events such as setting up drive-in concerts, restaurants, company presentations, Church Services, Fundraisers etc. In fact hosting your own event in a creative, easy and unique way is a lot easier with our services!



Circumstances force us to adapt and as Drive-in events soar in popularity, it is a beautiful reminder of an experience that we went through years back and enjoyed. With indoor theaters, you sit in a dark auditorium with a bunch of strangers whereas drive-ins are a great opportunity for neighborhoods and communities to come together and enjoy a movie under the stars. 

Setup A Popup Drive-in Event

We have more than 11 years of experience in setting up Drive-in events so if you’re looking to organize one, look no further.


We can help you with the following aspects of the Drive-in event:

  • Renting and purchasing of Drive-in movie equipment
  • Films and their procurement
  • Location set up of a Drive-in event
  • Social Distancing requisites required to set up a popup event
  • Licensing and Permits for the event


If you’re wondering how to set up your popup event, we are a call away. You set the date of your event and we will help you in all other aspects of the planning including advertising. We aim to give you an experience where you only have to book and we will manage the rest making your experience a breeze and your event an unforgettable night-out for your guests. If you’re not planning a movie night, we can also help you in organizing Car shows and local community gatherings. If you need ideas, we can also assist you in that department.

Plan Your Outdoor Movie Event Today

Just the concept of watching your favorite movies huddled next to your family and breathing in the fresh air gets us excited. It makes us think of the 1950s where watching movies from your car was normal and a great date idea. Throw in some popcorn and candy to make it a totally magical night. 



If you are tempted but have questions, get in touch with us. Let your community come together in a safe way and have yourself a nostalgic, unforgettable night. Our specialists are available to get you started and help you arrange a party the old-fashioned way. 

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