Grab your popcorn and load up the family {or parents only} trucksters! We bring you the remaining drive-in movies around the QC. Movies are a summer go-to, but they look a little different this year – we’re taking it old school!
Smarty Alert: Some of these are a good drive, 45-50 minutes, but seriously, what else do you have going on these days?! Also, always check the event Facebook pages the day of, just in case their are changes or cancellations.
First up,
The Music Yard Summer Drive-In Series
The Music Yard is a hip outdoor venue in South End and they regularly host live music and drive-in movies. The Music Yard offers car side food & beverages, no outside food or beverage. We recommend this outing as a date night, leave the kiddos at home and enjoy the vibes of the Music Yard.
Drive-In Movie Night: 7/30
Date: Thursday, 7/30
Location: The Music Yard, 2433 South Blvd (between Mac’s Speed Shop and SouthBound)
Movie: The Sandlot
Time: 8:30p
Cost: Turf slot (blanket or lawn chair): $15; Car pass: $30; VIP Picnic table for 8: $100.
Click here to purchase tickets.
The next Music Yard drive-in movie will be on 8/6 featuring The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Details to come on their Facebook page.
Carolina Mall Drive-In Movies in Concord
The Carolina Mall in Concord is taking movies outside, drive-in style. Southeast Cinemas at Carolina Mall in Concord will be showing movies outside from Thursday to Sunday, starting at 9p.
Concessions are available – they’ll take your order from your car and deliver back to you. Sound will be transmitted directly to your car via FM transponder, you’ll receive this when you arrive. Restrooms available, social distancing/masks required. Always check link before you go.
Drive-In Movie Night: 7/30
Date: Thursday, 7/30
Location: Southeast Cinemas at Carolina Mall, 120 Country Club Drive, Concord
Movie: Jaws
Time: 9p
Cost: $20
Drive-In Movie Night: 7/31
Date: Friday, 7/31
Location: Southeast Cinemas at Carolina Mall, 120 Country Club Drive, Concord
Movie: Jurassic Park
Time: 9p
Cost: $20
Drive-In Movie Night: 8/1
Date: Saturday, 8/1
Location: Southeast Cinemas at Carolina Mall, 120 Country Club Drive, Concord
Movie: Jaws
Time: 9p
Cost: $20
Drive-In Movie Night: 8/2
Date: Sunday, 8/2
Location: Southeast Cinemas at Carolina Mall, 120 Country Club Drive, Concord
Movie: Jurassic Park
Time: 9p
Cost: $20
Drive-In Movie in Old Town Cornelius
Drive-In Movie in Old Town Cornelius is THE event of the summer season! They have a mix of new releases, classics and family-friendly titles, all under the stars from the comfort of your own cars!🌛⭐️ Just pull in and enjoy the show!
Concessions available with local food trucks and restaurants. Follow their Facebook page for more details and more movie releases into August.
Drive-In Movie Night: 8/1
Date: Saturday, 8/1
Location: Lake Norman YMCA, 21300 Davidson Street, Cornelius
Movie: The Secret Life of Pets 2
Time: Arrive at 8:15p. Park 8:15p-8:45p. Show starts at 8:55p
Cost: Vehicle plus driver: $15 | Passenger (adult): $10 | Passenger (child): $7 | Front row seating (walk-in, no vehicle): $9
Click here to purchase your tickets. Space is limited, so buy in advance.
Drive-In Movie Night: 8/8
Date: Saturday, 8/8
Location: Lake Norman YMCA, 21300 Davidson Street, Cornelius
Movie: Grease
Time: Arrive at 8:15p. Park 8:15p-8:45p. Show starts at 8:55p
Cost: Vehicle plus driver: $15 | Passenger (adult): $10 | Passenger (child): $7 | Front row seating (walk-in, no vehicle): $9
Click here to reserve your tickets. Space is limited, so order in advance.
Knight Drive-In
Knight Drive-In is located at the Rowan County Fairgrounds and is open every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday (weather permitting). Concessions are available, cash only. Restrooms available. Check their Facebook page for more details.
Drive-In Movie Night: 7/29
Date: Wednesday 7/29
Location: 1560 Julian Road, Salisbury, NC
Movie: Moana
Time: Gate opens at 8p, movie starts at 9p
Cost: $6/person or $20/4 people. Each additional person $5. Kids 4 and under free.
Drive-In Movie Night: 7/31
Date: Friday, July 31
Location:1560 Julian Road, Salisbury, NC
Movie: Jaws
Time: Gate opens at 8p, movie starts at 9p
Cost: $6/person or $20/4 people. Each additional person $5. Kids 4 and under free.
Drive-In Movie Night: 8/1
Date: Saturday, August 1
Location:1560 Julian Road, Salisbury, NC
Movie: Deep Blue Sea
Time: Gate opens at 8p, movie starts at 9p
Cost: $6/person or $20/4 people. Each additional person $5. Kids 4 and under free.
Hound’s Drive-In
Hound’s Drive-In is hosting outdoor movies through November. They show double features on two different screens. Restrooms available. No outside food or drink. They have an awesome menu here to order from. Cash only. Always check here for updates.
Drive-In Movie Night: 7/31
Date: Friday, 7/31
Location: 114 Raven Circle, Kings Mountain, NC
Double Feature Screen 1: Kung Fu Panda + Karate Kid (both PG)
Double Feature Screen 2: She Dies Tomorrow + The Rental (both R)
Time: Movie starts at dusk, 8:40p-ish
Cost: $20/carload. Buy tickets in advance here.
Tune into 88.1 FM for the movie’s audio. Radios for rent for $5 or for purchase for $20.
Drive-In Movie Night: 8/2
Date: Sunday, 8/2
Location: 114 Raven Circle, Kings Mountain, NC
Double Feature Screen 1: Kung Fu Panda + Karate Kid (both PG)
Double Feature Screen 2: She Dies Tomorrow + The Rental (both R)
Time: Movie starts at dusk, 8:40p-ish
Cost: $20/carload. Buy tickets in advance here.
Tune into 88.1 FM for the movie’s audio. Radios for rent for $5 or for purchase for $20.
Check back here often for more movies in the coming months.
Badin Road Drive-In
Badin Road Drive-In has two double features every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Restrooms available. Cash only (ATM on site).
Drive-In Movie Night: 7/31-8/2
Location: 2411 Badin Road, Albemarle, NC
Movie: Twister & Perfect Storm
Time: 8:40p-ish (recommend arriving early because you can’t buy tix online)
Cost: $7/adult, $5/child age 6-11, free for kids under 6
Always check their Facebook page for updates on weekly movie showings.
Smarty Note: Check out Charlotte Motor Speedway’s Drive-In events here for 7/29, 8/5 & 8/19!
