At the drive-ins, you’ll get a nostalgic flashback with outdoor big screens while you cozy up in the car or with lawn chairs and blankets, snacking on your favorite candy.  So pack up a car full of kids and enjoy a classic drive-in experience, making beautiful memories with your family.

Here’s where you can cruise into a drive-in movie theater around Austin this week.

Blue Starlite Drive-in | Locations in Downtown and Central Austin
Blue Starlite’s Central location has new Hollywood releases as well as classic favorites and is open Thursday through Saturday (and sometimes Wednesdays) year-round.  Get more info and purchase tickets here. Hint: wouldn’t this be a cute “mystery trip” surprise for the kids?

Also, check out the lineup at the Blue Starlite’s Skyline location on a rooftop in downtown Austin.   We love that you can catch nostalgic (and new) flicks, book private events, and get your kids’ 80s and 90s film education.  Check here to buy tickets and view the full schedule of films.


Doc’s Drive-In Theatre | Buda
Doc’s Drive-In Theatre is a special place to take the family.  They play a wide range of vintage through present movies and you can get everything you need to make a special outing…and even stay over in a mini house if you want to extend your visit.  Doc’s Diner has a huge menu with everything from snacks, wings, and Sammies to make-your-own s’mores kits.  They also have Mama Merlot’s where you can grab your favorite libation.  Browse the full schedule and get the low-down on everything happening at Doc’s here.


Stars & Stripes | New Braunfels
This drive-in theater just south of Austin is open year-round and shows double features of the newest movies.  They also have a 50s diner featuring “car meals” and even have kids’ meals and milkshakes!  Check here for all details about their New Braunfels location (also in Lubbock!).


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