There’s no question that watching a movie at a drive-in theatre is a classic form of entertainment that will take you back to the good ole days. So it’s a good thing that SoCal has quite a few drive-in theaters that are still in operation as we could all use a little feel-good entertainment right now. Here are a few of our favorite places to see a drive-in movie across SoCal — where’s your favorite spot to catch a flick at the drive-in?
All theaters on this list require customers to comply with social distancing measures including parking at least 6 to 10 feet from another car, wearing a mask when leaving the car for the restroom or concession stand, and enjoying the movie from inside the car and not setting up a viewing space outside the vehicle.
Ready for some fun at the theater? Here’s where you can watch a drive-in movie in SoCal:
- Van Buren Drive-In
googlemaps/van buren drive-in Since 1964, this longtime drive-in theatre has been a family destination in SoCal. Open seven days per week featuring a variety of movies on multiple screens, the Van Buren Drive-In makes for a great family outing every night of the week. Admission is $10 per adult and only $1 for kids 5-9. Children under 5 are free. Van Buren Drive-In is located at 3035 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92503.
- Santee Drive-In
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googlemaps/brendan hawk Just as you’d expect from a drive-in theatre, you’ll find double features of some of the latest and greatest hits in a setting that will take you straight back to the good ole days. Santee Drive-In is located at 10990 Woodside Ave. North, Santee, CA 92071.
- South Bay Drive-In
googlemaps/south bay drive-in Another San Diego County destination is the South Bay Drive-In. Open 7 days a week, you can enjoy all the latest hits from the comfort of your car at this classic drive-in theatre. Tickets for adults are $10 each and kids’ tickets between the ages of 5-9 are $7 each. South Bay Drive-In is located at 2170 Coronado Ave, San Diego, CA 92154.
- Paramount Drive-In
paramount drive-in A night of nostalgia awaits you when you visit the Paramount Drive-In located in SoCal. Pack your favorite blankets, bring your pillows, and get nice and comfy in the car for an evening under the stars to watch a blockbuster hit. General admission is $10 per adult and $3.50 for kids 5-8. Kids under 5 are free! Paramount Drive-In is located at 7770 Rosecrans Avenue, Paramount, CA 90723.
- Rubidoux Drive-In
googlemaps/john hansen Dating back to 1945, this classic destination in Riverside has been a SoCal hotspot to grab a double feature for over 70 years. Although it still retains its classic charm, it’s been fully updated so it also offers the latest modern amenities. Rubidoux Drive-In is located at 3770 Opal St, Riverside, CA 92509.
- Mission Tiki Drive-In
googlemaps/mission tiki drive-in With a name like Mission Tiki Drive-In, you know you’re in store for a fun night of entertainment at this tiki-themed venue. Currently offering all the latest and greatest movies on the big screen along with a few classics that everyone knows and loves, you can show up for a double feature at this classic drive-in for a memorable night of movie viewing. Mission Tiki Drive-In is located at 10798 Ramona Ave, Montclair, CA 91763.
What a fun way to spend an evening in SoCal. Did we leave out any drive-in theaters? If there are other drive-in theaters in SoCal that are open, please let us know in the comments so we can update our list.
googlemaps/van buren drive-in
Since 1964, this longtime drive-in theatre has been a family destination in SoCal. Open seven days per week featuring a variety of movies on multiple screens, the Van Buren Drive-In makes for a great family outing every night of the week. Admission is $10 per adult and only $1 for kids 5-9. Children under 5 are free. Van Buren Drive-In is located at 3035 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92503.
tripadvisor/santee drive-in
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Just as you’d expect from a drive-in theatre, you’ll find double features of some of the latest and greatest hits in a setting that will take you straight back to the good ole days. Santee Drive-In is located at 10990 Woodside Ave. North, Santee, CA 92071.
googlemaps/south bay drive-in
Another San Diego County destination is the South Bay Drive-In. Open 7 days a week, you can enjoy all the latest hits from the comfort of your car at this classic drive-in theatre. Tickets for adults are $10 each and kids’ tickets between the ages of 5-9 are $7 each. South Bay Drive-In is located at 2170 Coronado Ave, San Diego, CA 92154.
paramount drive-in
A night of nostalgia awaits you when you visit the Paramount Drive-In located in SoCal. Pack your favorite blankets, bring your pillows, and get nice and comfy in the car for an evening under the stars to watch a blockbuster hit. General admission is $10 per adult and $3.50 for kids 5-8. Kids under 5 are free! Paramount Drive-In is located at 7770 Rosecrans Avenue, Paramount, CA 90723.
googlemaps/john hansen
Dating back to 1945, this classic destination in Riverside has been a SoCal hotspot to grab a double feature for over 70 years. Although it still retains its classic charm, it’s been fully updated so it also offers the latest modern amenities. Rubidoux Drive-In is located at 3770 Opal St, Riverside, CA 92509.
googlemaps/mission tiki drive-in
With a name like Mission Tiki Drive-In, you know you’re in store for a fun night of entertainment at this tiki-themed venue. Currently offering all the latest and greatest movies on the big screen along with a few classics that everyone knows and loves, you can show up for a double feature at this classic drive-in for a memorable night of movie viewing. Mission Tiki Drive-In is located at 10798 Ramona Ave, Montclair, CA 91763.
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Address: 3770 Opal St, Riverside, CA 92509, USAAddress: 10798 Ramona Ave, Montclair, CA 91763, USAAddress: 7770 Rosecrans Ave, Paramount, CA 90723, USAAddress: 10990 N Woodside Ave, Santee, CA 92071, USAAddress: 2170 Coronado Ave, San Diego, CA 92154, USA
