Tennessee has several theaters for drive-in movies — all of them a bit of a drive — so going will be a big event for your family that requires a little planning.
We’ve got you covered for a memory-making night out with the kids. Just make sure your leave in plenty of time! Here are the drive-in movies within an hour’s drive of Nashville in order of distance:
Stardust Drive-In Theatre (31 miles)
310 Purple Tiger Dr, Watertown
615-237-0077
Open 7 nights a week
$9 for ages 12 & over, $7 for ages 6 – 11), FREE for kids 5 and under
Now showing:
Coming soon:
NEW THIS YEAR! “Retro Wednesdays”
July 13:
July 20:
July 27:
Moonlite Drive-In (40 miles)
931 W Main St, Woodbury
615-563-7900
Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Now showing:
Pink Cadillac Drive-In Theater (41 miles)
2506 TN-100, Centerville
931-729-2386
Open Fridays and Saturdays
$10 for adults, 12 & under are free
Now showing:
Macon Drive-In (50 miles)
3570 Scottsville Rd, Lafayette
615-666-4411
Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
$6 for ages 10 and up, $3 for ages 9 – 5 and ages 4 and under are FREE
Now showing:
Sparta Drive-In (91 miles)
220 Roberts Matthews Hwy, Sparta
931-739-8000
Open Fridays and Saturdays
$9 for ages 12 and up, $5 for kids 4 – 11 and children 3 and under are FREE
5 Tips for Drive-In Movies with Kids:
- PLAN ON A LATE NIGHT: Drive-Ins offer double features. Even if you pull away after the first feature, you’ll be getting home late.
- KIDS CAN WEAR PAJAMAS: Then, plop them right into bed when you get home.
- PACK FUN SNACKS: Or pay a pretty bundle at the concession stand. Pop your own popcorn, candy, & pack a cooler with cold drinks.
- BRING CHAIRS, PILLOWS & THROWS: Even on a warm night you can get chilled sitting outside.
- PACK JUMPER CABLE (JUST IN CASE): When you play the sound through your car radio, batteries can drain fast. Be ready.
