Drive-in movies are the perfect summer experience! Pop open the hatch and sit in the trunk, or grab some blankets and lawn chairs and set up right at the bumper to watch your favorite flicks on the big screen, under the stars!
Here are some of Boston Moms’ favorite drive-in movie theater locations this summer! Have some to add to the list? Let us know in the comments!
West of Boston
Mendon Twin Drive-In
35 Milford St., Mendon
“America’s most beloved drive-in movie theater” has been running movies for the past 64 years! Each night they run double features on each of their two giant screens. There is also a kid-friendly beer garden with a snack bar, an ice cream stand, and fire pits for making s’mores.
North of Boston
Northfield Drive-In Theater
981 Northfield Road, Hinsdale, New Hampshire
The Northfield Drive-In is just a stone’s throw over the Massachusetts/New Hampshire border, and it’s certainly worth the trip! This classic drive-in is celebrating 74 years in business, and its retro feel is family fun for everyone! The snack bar opens at 6:30 p.m., with double features playing throughout the season!
South of Boston
Star Drive-In
205 Myrick’s Street, East Taunton
A different movie will be shown on the big screen at sunset every Saturday night. This fun event is free! What a wonderful gift to the local community! Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy. Kids and adults alike will love the fun menu and impressive ice cream selection!
Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre
51 State Highway, Route 6, Wellfleet
This classic drive-in theatre is a throwback to the origination of drive-ins in 1957! It is the last of its kind on the Cape and one of only about 300 left in the entire country! Get there early to enjoy a round of mini-golf before the double-feature movie!
Rustic Tri-View Drive-In
1195 Eddie Dowling Highway, North Smithfield, Rhode Island
As the last-standing drive-in in Rhode Island, this outdoor theater showcases double features from April to September! Gates open every weekend at 6:30 p.m.
Other Outdoor Movies
Looking for other outdoor movies in Boston this summer? We have a whole list of them — and they’re free!
Moonrise Cinemas in Plymouth is a great family friendly, dog friendly outdoor cinema, beer garden and restaurant that opened in June!