Ever wanted to watch a film on the big screen from the comfort of your car or camp out in front of it? Relaxing in the summer breeze, with the sun shining on you and the sound of the film echoing around you – sounds like bliss right? Well, now that the summer is here and the days are longer, film lovers can experience a cinema like no other – drive-in cinemas! So, if you’re searching for “drive-in cinemas near me”, you’ve reached the right page!
We’ve got it all laid out for you! The best drive-in cinema experiences are hosted by Luna Cinema and Summer Screens and here are their upcoming showings. We even include the best drive-in cinemas at Christmas!
Drive In Cinemas This Summer
South East
Kings Cross Coal Drops Yard
Looking for the perfect summer drive-in cinema? Head to Kings Cross Coal Drops Yard for a summer of blockbusters!
From Barbie, Back to the Future and Wonka to La La Land, Mean Girls (the original) and Encanto! Plus, loads more!
It’s known to be the most idyllic outdoor drive-in cinema in London. With a giant screen on the canal, there’s plenty of seating and space for you to get comfy on the opposite side. They’ll be showcasing movies until 18th August, every day and every evening – so don’t miss out.
There’s also plenty of snacks and refreshments to keep you going throughout your movie.
Coal Drops Yard, Stable St, London N1C 4DQ
1st July to 18th August 2024
Free! But seating is first come first serve basis
Barbican
From The Boy and the Heron, The Grand Budapest Hotel and Marie Antoinette – plus more!
Silk St, Barbican, London EC2Y 8DS
21st August - 1st September 2024
From £18.00
Tulleys Farm, West Sussex
This summer, Tulley’s Farm is transforming into the ultimate drive-in cinema experience, bringing the magic of the big screen right to your car! Imagine cosying up with your loved ones under the starry sky, surrounded by the picturesque countryside, as you enjoy blockbuster hits and timeless classics from the comfort of your own vehicle.
With a fantastic lineup of films for all ages, delicious snacks on hand, and that nostalgic feel of a traditional drive-in, Tulley’s Farm promises an unforgettable evening for families, couples, and friends alike. So, rev up your engines, grab your favourite blanket, and get ready for a night of cinematic delight at Tulley’s Farm’s summer drive-in cinema!
Unit 1 Turners Hill Rd, Crawley RH10 4PE
21st August - 1st September 2024
Front from £49.95
Middle from £44.95
Wing from £34.95
Central from £29.95
Mollie's Movies, Oxfordshire
Turn your engines off and enjoy a night out in a popular American-style drive-in cinema – that’s pretty perfect for open air films! Whether you bring the kids, choose to have a date night or enjoy a friends get together, you can all watch your favourite films from the comfort of your own car!
From Back to the Future and Top Gun – Maverick to loads more! Plus, they have scrumptious food on offer, too, like burgers, chilli cheese dogs, chicken tenders and house fries!
Shrivenham Rd, A420, Buckland, Faringdon SN7 8PY
22nd August 2024
£15.00 per car
Adventure Cinema
Grimsthorpe Castle, Lincolnshire
You can catch The Greatest Showman (singalong versions, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and Pretty Woman this August and September. With hot food onsite and of course, popcorn – your munchies are sorted. Don’t forget to bring comfy pillows and blankets, it’s time to wind down for a couple of hours.
Grimsthorpe Castle, Lincolnshire, PE10 0LY
30th August - 1st September 2024
From £16.98
Shugborough Estate, Staffordshire
This September you can transport back to the prehistoric era with Jurassic Park, get your groove on with Dirty Dancing, enjoy Sing and The Gruffalo and get pumped with Top Gun!
Shugborough Estate, Great Haywood, Staffordshire, ST17 0UP
20th - 22nd September 2024
From £13.69
Drive-in Cinemas At Christmas
Last Christmas, there was a whole host of drive-in cinemas showing the best Christmas classics!
From classics like Miracle on 34th Street and the Santa Claus to fan favourites like Home Alone and Elf! You could find all sorts of Christmas movies to suit any mood! Even if you feel like a festive action-packed thriller…Die Hard, anyone?
Here’s what the best drive-in cinemas showing Christmas films showed last year!
Luna Cinema
Now, this is a magical experience to enjoy a classic cinema evening. With over 40 stunning locations across the UK, from London, Birmingham, and Yorkshire to Wales! Everyone has a drive-in cinema they can head to. Watching your favourite films, whether it’s Dirty Dancing, Hollywood blockbusters like No Time To Die or family films.
Or maybe you’re in the mood for a classic movie, Luna Cinema has it all.
With a gorgeous backdrop, giant screens and popcorn at the ready, you’re in for a cinematic experience like no other.
This Christmas you can enjoy the following films:
- The Muppet Christmas Carol
- The Nightmare Before Christmas
- Die Hard
- Elf
- Miracle on 34th Street
- The Holiday
- Home Alone
- Last Christmas
- Love Actually
- The Santa Claus
- How The Grinch Stole Christmas
- and so much more!
Christmas Drive In Cinema, Billericay
Fill your belly with sweet treats and popcorn. Wrap up warm and bring the blankets. And settle down as you watch the mean, green Grinch get up to his naughty tricks again!
Looking for more Grinch activities? We have plenty!
Barleylands,
Barleylands Road,
Billericay
CM11 2UD
9th December 2023
16:15
From £29.00 per car
Christmas Family Drive In Cinema, Haighland Woodland Park
This Christmas, treat the family to a drive-in cinematic experience like others as you watch Home Alone on a giant screen!
From a Christmas song and dance live entertainment, to ‘in car’ games and giveaways! There will also be plenty of street food traders offering all sorts of delicious treats and you can walkabout with Santa too!
It’s the perfect way to kick-start your Christmas!
Haigh Woodland Park
School Ln,
Wigan
WN2 1PE
17th December 2023
Film starts at 18:30
From £35.00 per car
Christmas Drive In Movies, Loch Lomond Shores
You can watch all your favourite festive films on the world’s largest portable LED screen! Sit back and enjoy FIVE NEW magical movies to choose from, as well as the classics from last year.
From Elf, Arthur Christmas and The Polar Express, to Home Alone 1 and 2, How The Grinch Stole Christmas to The Nightmare Before Christmas and It’s A Wonderful Life. Phew…Which movie will you watch?!
You can also wander around the magical illuminated forest this Christmas and enjoy gourmet food… From wood-fired pizzas and hot dogs to deluxe hot chocolate and doughnuts!
Loch Lomond Shores,
Ben Lomond Way,
Balloch,
G83 8SX
15th - 24th December 2023
From £38.00 per car
North East
Liverpool Town Hall
An indoor cinema where you can beat the cold, but also be out of the house!
Head to the Town Hall in Liverpool to enjoy festive cheer and a magical atmosphere, as you settle down for a movie…or two.
From Elf and The Holiday to The Nightmare Before Christmas! What about Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone or Edward Scissor Hands? Or maybe, you’d rather stick to the Christmas movies like How The Grinch Stole Christmas and Home Alone 2!
For a tearjerker, we suggest Last Christmas…
Town Hall, High Street, Liverpool, L2 3SW
14th December 2023 to 2nd January 2024
From £15.50
Christmas Drive In Movie, Manchester
You’re welcome to join Manchester’s BIGGEST Christmas drive-in cinema. With a massive screen, an abundance of festive treats and a sing-a-long, it’s 100% set to get you into the Christmas mood!
AJ Bell Stadium
1 Stadium Way
Barton-upon-Irwell
Salford
M30 7EY
23rd December 2023
18:00
From £29.00 per car
Midlands
The Factory Works
Not entirely a drive-in cinema, but The Luna Winter Cinema is setting up shop at the Factory Works this December in Birmingham!
Set in Digbeth, a treasure trove of culture, you can enjoy all your festive favourites with a cinematic experience like no other. Giggle with glee with The Muppet Christmas Carol, sit on the edge of your seats with Die Hard, and get excited for Christmas with Elf or Home Alone!
Custard Factory, The Custard Factory, Gibb St, Deritend, Birmingham B9 4AA
9th - 23rd December 2023
From £15.50
London
Kensington Palace
Enjoy a Christmas classic, a Christmas romcom or an animation that is an annual tradition for families everywhere. What films am I talking about? Well, you can start with Miracle on 34th Street, snuggle down The Holiday and sing your heart out with The Nightmare Before Christmas!
But wait…there’s more! You can munch on popcorn while watching Elf, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, Love Actually and The Muppet Christmas Carol. Or if you’re one of those who think Die Hard is a Christmas movie…(ahem, it’s not) you can also watch that too!
From settling down in your cars, sofas or beanbags, Luna Winter Cinema is certainly a drive-in cinema experience to remember.
Not to forget all the Christmas-themed food and drinks you can indulge in!
Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX
11th - 15th December 2023
From £17.00
Christmas Drive In Cinema, Isle of Wight
From Christmas classics to family favourites, you can enjoy a trip to the cinema in your own car! Watch your favourite film on a giant LED screen, where you can see and hear everything. The film will even play the sound straight into your own car radio.
With fantastic food on offer, you can keep warm in the comfort of your own car, and…keep your bellies warm too!
From Last Christmas, Bad Santa and Frozen to Office Christmas Party and How The Grinch Stole Christmas!
The Needles Landmark Attraction,
Alum Bay New Road,
ALUM BAY,
Isle of Wight,
PO39 0JD
2nd and 3rd December 2023
From £18.00 - £22.00 per car
With all these different options for your drive-in cinema experience, your summer nights will be occupied watching some of the best movies around. Whether you go with your family, friends or on your own, it’ll be an enjoyable evening of cinema!
Looking for more things to do this summer? Check out what’s on during the summer school holidays, travel to some refreshing lakes near you or travel to the beach!
Sun, sea and sand – ahh summer.