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.
*Header photo via Stars & Stripes Facebook
— 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, from snacks, wings, and sandwiches 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 lowdown 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”, kids’ meals, and milkshakes! Check here for all details about their New Braunfels location (also in Lubbock!).
— Blue Starlite Drive-in | Available only for private showings as of May 2025
Blue Starlite has been an Austin staple since 2009. The founders are currently taking time off to focus on their family, but you can still reserve private drive-in movie experiences. The creators of Blue Starlite also have a new project, Silents Synced.
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