There is something so nostalgic about a drive-in movie theater. Replaced by the rise of VCRs and home theaters, the last of the Main Line area drive-ins closed in the mid-1980s. However, some still remain in other parts of Pennsylvania (many in the Lehigh Valley) and southern New Jersey. There are a grand total of just over 300 remaining operational drive-in movie theaters in North America. Your next road trip can include these nearby drive-ins, along with an overnight stay. Here are seven to consider within a few hours\u2019 drive for some family road-trip fun. Download this handy map, and visit them all!<\/p>\n
Shankweiler\u2019s Drive-In Theatre<\/a><\/p>\n 4540 Shankweiler Rd., Orefield<\/p>\n Established in 1934, Shankweiler\u2019s is the oldest operating drive-in in the world. This Lehigh Valley institution offers double features. Shankweiler\u2019s was recently awarded the title of \u201cBest Drive-In Theater\u201d in the 2026 USA Today 10 Best Readers\u2019 Choice Award<\/a>s<\/a>. Open year-round with a snack bar onsite, Shankweiler\u2019s is only about an hour away from Wayne.<\/p>\n Stay: If you want to stay the night after your double feature, Orefield has plenty of chain hotels to consider. Looking for a unique stay instead? Check out the Glasbern Inn<\/a>, a historic hotel named one of Travel + Leisure\u2018s Best Getaways in Pennsylvania<\/a>. It\u2019s worth the short (less than five-mile) drive from the theater to this sustainable hotel with authentic historic cottages, a farmhouse, restored stables and a barn.<\/p>\n Dine: Movies call for pizza! The Red Tomato Pizzeria<\/a> is a popular spot for pizza, pasta and Italian dishes before the show. Norma J\u2019s Restaurant<\/a>, just over a mile away, is a beloved American diner perfect for classic comfort food.<\/p>\n Becky\u2019s Drive-In<\/a><\/p>\n 4548 Lehigh Dr, Walnutport<\/p>\n Featuring two screens and a popular concession stand and surrounded by scenic farmland, Becky\u2019s Drive-In offers audio via your car radio and even weekend pony rides for the little ones. Also located in the Lehigh Valley, Becky offers admission prices ranging from $12 per adult to $8 per child under 13 and free admission for kids three and younger.<\/p>\n Stay: Less than a few miles from Becky\u2019s Drive-In, Filbert Bed & Breakfast<\/a> is a great choice to stay after a night at the drive-in. The early 1800s Victorian farmhouse and general store is located at the foothills of the Blue Mountains in the Lehigh Valley.<\/p>\n Dine: The Berlinsville Hotel <\/a>offers daily food specials along with elevated pub fare like wonton tacos and perogi. It also has a full-service bar for a post-flick cocktail or beer.<\/p>\n Mahoning Drive-In Theater<\/a><\/p>\n 635 Seneca Rd., Lehighton<\/p>\n Nestled in the scenic Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, Mahoning Drive-In Theater has been presenting cinema under the stars since 1949. This retro-focused drive-in specializes in 35mm film screenings and themed weekends at its Lehigh Valley location. It offers a stocked concession stand and allows leashed pets in all areas except concessions.<\/p>\n Stay: The Inn at Jim Thorpe<\/a> is just a few miles from the theater and offers an onsite restaurant and bar in addition to unique guest rooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi access. Guests can visit the spa to relax with a massage or other body treatments. The inn also offers a game room, as well as a fitness center.<\/p>\n Dine: Sit down for a meal\u00a0at the Inn at Jim Thorpe\u2019s Broadway Grille and Pub, <\/a>or head over to enjoy the 1930s atmosphere at Lehighton\u2019s Bonnie & Clyde Pub and Grill<\/a>.<\/p>\n Delsea Drive-In Theatre<\/a><\/p>\n 2203 S. Delsea Dr., Vineland, NJ<\/p>\n Delsea Drive-In is New Jersey\u2019s only remaining drive-in movie theater and, depending on your location, the closest to the Main Line. With a current movie lineup and a snack bar offering more than just popcorn and nachos (think burgers, cheesesteaks, pizza and wings), this spot is a great place for a date or family outing.<\/p>\n Stay: The Hampton Inn<\/a> and Holiday Inn Express<\/a> are both Vineland hotel options to consider. With its proximity to the Delaware Bay, the Charlesworth Hotel<\/a> in Fortescue is a great choice if driving farther is a possibility. Located about 30 miles (45 minutes) southwest of Vineland, this historic fishing village sits right on the bay and features a highly rated onsite seafood restaurant with a panoramic bayfront deck.<\/p>\n Dine:\u00a0Scratch-made Italian classics are on the menu at Maplewood III<\/a> and Martino\u2019s Trattoria and Pizzeria<\/a>. Visit Outlaw\u2019s Burger Barn & Creamery <\/a>for a classic cheeseburger and milkshake combo.<\/p>\n Haar\u2019s Drive-In<\/a><\/p>\n 185 Logan Rd., Dillsburg<\/p>\n Located near Harrisburg, this is a popular spot in central Pennsylvania. Pull up and watch current releases on the big screen while enjoying the great outdoors at Haar\u2019s Drive-In.<\/p>\n Stay: Allenberry Resort & Spa<\/a> is 15 minutes from Haar\u2019s Drive-In and features 75 acres of countryside with fly fishing, a wellness spa, dining and even a playhouse offering live theater.<\/p>\n Dine: The Pickle Nickel<\/a> is the spot for classic sirloin patty burgers, fresh-cut fries and creamy milkshakes. Baker\u2019s Diner<\/a> offers the menu variety you would expect from a classic diner, including all-day breakfast.<\/p>\n Circle Drive-In Theatre<\/a><\/p>\n 1911 Scranton Carbondale Hwy., Scranton<\/p>\n Open since 1949, Circle Drive-In Theatre is an iconic drive-in showing movies from spring to fall, including first-run flicks and retro classics on its two giant outdoor screens. Nosh on popcorn and candy as well as freshly made pizzas and items from the grill.<\/p>\n Stay: Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton<\/a> is a bigger hotel in the downtown area with all the amenities. For a smaller hotel experience, try the Colonnade,<\/a> which features three upscale boutique suites.<\/p>\n Dine: Bar Pazzo <\/a>features wood-fired ovens, house-made gelato and an espresso bar caf\u00e9. Cooper\u2019s Seafood <\/a>is the spot for seafood with a side of spectacle at this sprawling restaurant complex, which also features a microbrewery onsite.<\/p>\n Garden Drive-In<\/a><\/p>\n 20 State Rte. 11, Hunlock Creek<\/p>\n A two-screen drive-in located in Luzerne County, the Garden Drive-In is a first-run theater also featuring fairs and flea markets on its grounds during the day.<\/p>\n Stay: The Frederick Stegmaier Guest House<\/a> is the place to stay in nearby Wilkes-Barre for luxurious overnight accommodations 15-20 minutes from the drive-in.<\/p>\n Dine: Stone Creek Bar & Grill<\/a> is a cozy, casual tavern serving cheesesteaks and pizzas, along with cold brews and mixed drinks. If you are looking for breakfast in the morning, Red Rooster Pancake House<\/a> is a diner and breakfast spot famous for hearty portions and a vintage, rooster-themed interior.<\/p>\n