SPRING NIGHT SPOTS: THE BEST DRIVE-INS IN AUSTRALIA

With the cooler weather upon us, heading out to a drive-in cinema is the perfect way to enjoy a spring night out.

Watching a flick under the stars dates decades back, with drive-in cinemas being a go-to spot for Aussies for more than 60 years. At its peak, it’s believed that there were a whopping 330 drive-in cinemas across the country. Roaring in the 1950s and 1960s, drive-ins brought people together for all occasions – whether it be for the perfect date night destination or an inexpensive family night out, the allure of watching movies from your car was an affair for all ages.

Today, drive-in cinemas aren’t as easy to come by, but definitely worth the search if you’re looking for the perfect night spot. Here are our top 4 Australian drive-ins that will bring back the nostalgia!

Skyline Drive-In Blacktown (Sydney)

This retro-inspired movie spot is Sydney’s only standing drive-in cinema, located 30 minutes out of the CBD. This nostalgic drive-in brings you back to the 1950s, complete with era-appropriate-attired staff and a retro diner serving hot dogs, burgers, milkshakes and more delicious eats.

Address: Cricketers Arms Road, Blacktown, NSW 2148

Website: Skyline Drive-In Blacktown

Yatala Drive-In Theatre (Gold Coast)

Just 25 minutes from Brisbane CBD and the Gold Coast lies Yatala Drive-In, Queensland’s very own 1950s-inspired drive-in cinema. Find Cadillac coaches, full-sized statues of Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe and more in their retro American-style diner and snack bar.

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Address: 100 Jacobs Well Road, Stapylton, Queensland 4207

Website: Yatala Drive-In Theatre

Dromana 3 Drive-In (Victoria)

Located about 50km south of Melbourne, Dromana 3 Drive-In boasts 4 screens for both in and out of car movie goers. You can hop out of the car and even on your roof (at your own discretion!) to watch the movie, giving you the full experience of watching a flick under the stars. Walk-ins are also welcome at their Deckchair Cinema, providing you with reclining seats, FM headsets, speakers and bean bags in the open air.

Address: 133 Nepean Highway, Dromana, VIC 3936

Website: Dromana 3 Drive-In

Coburg Drive-In (Victoria)

Being the biggest drive-in cinema in the Southern Hemisphere, Coburg Drive-In is equipped with 33-metre-wide screens and has a colossal 900 car spots. If you’re looking for the perfect place to take the kids, this drive-in is just 11 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD and offers free admission for children under 12 all year round. Find hot food and snacks at their retro-style dinner, or order from the comfort of your car with the Coburg Drive-In App to have snacks delivered straight to you.

Address: 155 Newlands Road, Coburg, VIC 3058

Website: Coburg Drive-In