"Ohio’s drive-in theaters are summer magic: popcorn under the stars, family nights in lawn chairs, and the flicker of film reels spinning beneath open skies. It’s the kind of place where I can rewind time, roll down the windows, and enjoy a double feature with fireflies in the background."
I’ve got cozy blankets in the backseat, a root beer float from the snack bar in hand, and headlights dimming all around me—all as the screen glows to life across a quiet Ohio field. Who knew a movie night could feel like a memory in the making?
Unique Drive-in Theaters in Ohio:
Starlite Drive-in
Catch a Classic Under the Stars at Starlite Drive-In -
Magic City Drive-in
If You Want Double Features and Retro Vibes, Cruise Over to Magic City Drive-In -
Melody 49 Twin Drive-in
Make It a Throwback Night at Melody 49 Twin Drive-In -
Mayfield Road Drive-in
Enjoy Movies and Milkshakes at Mayfield Road Drive-In -
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If You're in Columbus, Don’t Miss a Show at South Drive-In -
Holiday Auto Theatre
Watch Flicks from the Comfort of Your Car at Holiday Auto Theatre -
Hi-Road Drive-in
Relax and Rewind with a Movie Night at Hi-Road Drive-In -
Skyview Cruise-in Theatre
If You Like a Small-Town Feel and Big Screens, Visit Skyview Cruise-In Theatre -
Liberty Center Field of Dreams Drive-in
Bring the Family for an Evening at Liberty Center Field of Dreams Drive-In -
Springmill Drive-in
Springmill Drive-in -
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Does Ohio have a large number of drive-in movie theaters?
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Ohio boasts one of the largest numbers of
drive-in movie theaters in the country.
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When did Ohio open its first drive-in movie theater?
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The state saw the opening of one of the first drive-ins,
the Starlight Auto Theater, in Akron in 1937.
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How popular were drive-in theaters in Ohio?
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These unique movie theaters became extremely popular with residents,
resulting in Ohio boasting 189 drive-in theaters by the end of the
1960s.
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Are there still drive-in theaters in Ohio today?
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While the majority of the drive-ins are now gone, there are still
plenty where both locals and visitors can catch a
movie beneath the stars in the comfort of their own car.
In Summary...
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