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Drive In Movie Theaters Near Chicago

Here is a list of drive in movie theaters near Chicago. Pull up and enjoy the show from the comfort of your car! Outdoor movie theater drive ins can make for an exciting summer bucket list night out of fun!


 
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    49'er Drive-In Theatre

    Family-friendly 49'er Drive-In Theatre in Northwest Indiana is open seasonally beginning around May. Admission is per person, but gives you access to both movies in each night's double feature. A wide variety of concessions are offered.

    Valparaiso, IN
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    ChiTown Drive-In

    ChiTown Drive-In is a seasonal outdoor movie theater with a large screen and sound delivered via your car's radio (or bring a handheld one). Outside food and drinks are not permitted, but a full menu is available online from their ChiTown Grille to be delivered straight to your car.

    Chicago, IL
    goldenagecinemas.com

    McHenry Outdoor Theater

    This kid-friendly drive in movie theater near Chicago hosts a variety of special events and promotions, with a double feature every night and lots of new releases. Listen to the movie over your car radio, bring your own portable radio or rent one onsite.

    McHenry, IL
    rt34drivein.com

    Route 34 Drive-In

    Some of the best drive in theatres are found off the main drag, on grass, and feature stargazing on and off the screen! Route 34 Drive In Theater offers such an experience, located out in Earlville, IL, which is about 1 hour from Naperville plus another 30 minutes from Chicago. On the line up (3 days a week), they tend play popular kid-friendly movies, as well as movies for older kids and adults.

    Earlville, IL

    Midway Drive-In Theatre

    Shila said:  This drive in movie theater near Chicago's west suburbs is known for playing a variety of genres. Check the schedule if you're up for a feel-good film, or if you're in the mood to be frightened out-of-your-mind with a scary horror flick! Either way, drive up in your vehicle and enjoy this special family movie night or unique date idea in Chicago!

    Sterling, IL

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